Steam: change location for games - how it works

In this practical tip, we will show you how you can change the storage location for games on Steam.

Change location in Steam

1. Open Steam on your computer.
2. Click on the "Steam" tab and select "Settings".
3. Click on "Downloads" in the bar.
4. Under Libraries, click Steam Libraries Folder.
5. Select "Add directory" there.
6. Create a new directory at the desired location and click on "Select".
7. Future games can now be saved in this directory.

This article refers to the steam version 1407966480. How to activate the "Steam Guard" will be shown in the next practical tip.