Know full guide to move a Steam game to another drive

At the time of downloading games on Steam, you have the option to choose from multiple library folders and specify the location where you want to install them. Additionally, a recent update has made it convenient to move a game to another location without having to re-download the entire game.

This feature can be particularly helpful if you have installed large games and want to move them to a different storage device, such as a new SSD, without having to go through the hassle of re-downloading several gigabytes of game data.

It's important to note that this process differs from moving an entire Steam library folder, which moves all the games in the folder, whereas this method only moves specific games.


Here’s how to move a Steam game to another drive

Step One: Creating a Second Steam Folder

Launch Steam and navigate to the "Settings" option. From there, select the "Downloads" category and click on "Steam Library Folders." At the top of the screen, you'll see a plus symbol. Click on it and select the drive where you want to create the new library folder. Click "Add," and a new folder named "SteamLibrary" will be created on the chosen drive.

Step Two: Moving Game Files to the Second Library

There are two ways to move an installed game from the original Steam folder to the new one.

Option 1: Using the Storage Manager Window

The first method uses the Storage Manager window, which you just used to create the new library folder. Open this window and select the drive where the game you want to move is currently installed. Check the box next to the game, then click the "Move" button in the bottom right corner. A prompt will appear asking you to select the drive with your new Steam folder. Choose it and click "Move." This process may take some time, especially if you're moving a large game.

Option 2: Using the Games List

The second method involves the games list in your Steam library. Right-click on the game you want to move and select "Properties." In the new window that appears, click on the "Local Files" tab, then click the "Move Install Folder" button. From there, choose the Steam library where you want to move the game, and click "Move." Again, be patient during the moving process, as it may take a while.

Once you've moved a game to the new Steam library, you're done. You can repeat this process for any other games you want to move.

FAQs:

1. When was Steam launched?
   September 12, 2003.
2. On what platforms is Steam available?
   Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS as well as Android.