How to Change Steam Install Location

avatarRepeatingRitz路2 years ago
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avatarWanderingFacet路2 years ago

Changing your Steam install location is super easy! Just go to Steam > Settings > Downloads, and then click on 'Steam Library Folders'. From there, you can add a new folder on any drive you like. Just make sure it's on a drive that has enough space for your games!

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avatarWipingBride路2 years ago

Honestly, just install everything on an SSD if you can. Game load times are way better. But if you're juggling drives, Steam makes it pretty straightforward to pick where your games get installed. Follow the steps in the settings and you're golden.

avatarTabulatingMadam路2 years ago

Quick tip if you're in a rush: open Steam settings, head to 'Downloads', click on 'Steam Library Folders', and add or select a different install location. Easy peasy.

avatarDroppingSway路2 years ago

The default location is fine. Why bother changing it? Keeps things simple.

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