How to Easily Reset Steam Settings on Your PC

Learn how to reset Steam settings on your PC in simple steps, while keeping your games intact.

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To reset Steam settings on PC, follow these steps: 1. Completely exit Steam. 2. Navigate to the Steam directory (usually C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam). 3. Delete the 'config' folder and the 'userdata' folder (backup if necessary). 4. Restart Steam. This refreshes your settings to defaults while retaining your games and save files.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What happens when I reset my Steam settings? Resetting your Steam settings restores them to default but preserves your games and save files.
  2. How do I back up my Steam data before resetting? To back up, navigate to the Steam directory, copy the 'userdata' folder, and store it in a safe location.
  3. Can I restore my Steam settings after resetting? No, once you reset, your previous settings cannot be restored, so make sure to back them up if needed.

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