How To Find Game Files On Steam
Steam is a popular platform for gamers to buy, download, and play games. Many gamers in Indonesia prefer using Steam due to its user-friendly interface and vast library of games. However, finding game files on Steam can be a bit tricky especially for new users. In this article, we shall discuss how to find game files on Steam in Indonesia.
What are Game Files?
Game files refer to all the files needed to run a game. These files include the game executable file, game textures, music files, config files, etc. Without these files, the game will not run. On Steam, game files are automatically downloaded and installed when you buy and install a game. However, finding these files can be a bit challenging, especially if you want to modify them.
Locating Game Files on Steam
By default, all game files are installed in the Steam folder. However, since the folder is usually hidden, you need to enable the 'Show Hidden Files' option on your computer. Once you enable this option, locating game files on Steam becomes easy. Here are the steps to follow:
Step 1: Open the Steam Folder
Navigate to the Steam folder located in the following directory: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam
Step 2: Enable 'Show Hidden Files'
Since the Steam folder is hidden, you need to enable 'Show Hidden Files' on your computer. Here's how to do it on Windows:
- Open the File Explorer
- Click on the View tab
- Click on Options
- Select 'Change folder and search options'
- Click on the View tab
- Select 'Show hidden files, folders, and drives'
- Click Apply and then OK
Step 3: Locate the Game Files
Once you enable 'Show Hidden Files', navigate to the following directory: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common. Here, you will find all the game files installed on your computer through Steam. You can manually modify these files to customize your gaming experience.
Conclusion
Finding game files on Steam can be a bit challenging, especially for new users. However, by enabling 'Show Hidden Files' and navigating to the steamapps\common directory, you can easily locate your game files. As always, remember to be careful when modifying game files to avoid causing irreversible damage to your game.
