How to Add and Move Games in Your Steam Library Folder
Learn how to add and move games to different Steam library folders for better game storage management.
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To add games to your Steam library folder, first, launch the Steam app on your computer. Go to Settings > Downloads > Steam Library Folders. Click Add Library Folder and navigate to the location where you want your games stored. Select the folder or create a new one, then confirm. Now, when you install a new game, you can choose this folder as the installation directory. For games already installed, right-click the game in your library, select Properties, go to the Local Files tab, and click Move Install Folder to relocate.
FAQs & Answers
- Can I add multiple Steam library folders on different drives? Yes, Steam allows you to add multiple library folders on different drives to organize and manage your game installations effectively.
- How do I move an installed game to a different Steam library folder? Right-click the game in your Steam library, select Properties, go to the Local Files tab, and click 'Move Install Folder' to relocate the game to another Steam library folder.
- Will moving a Steam game affect my saved game data? Moving installed games within Steam usually does not affect your saved game data, as saves are often stored separately, but it's good practice to back up your saves before moving.
- Why should I add multiple Steam library folders? Adding multiple library folders helps you manage storage space across different hard drives, allowing you to install games on drives with more free space or faster performance.