Install steam game does not give other library folders as option

I want to install a new game but only the default library location is being offered.

I have two locations setup in the steam settings.

D:\Program Files(x86)\Steam\SteamApps (0 installed) - DEFAULT
U:\Games\SteamLibrary (8 installed)

I uninstalled another game (Transformers) that was on the U: drive and went to install it again. Only the default option was offered. I cannot remove the default folder as it is the default or the U: folder as it already has games installed.

U: drive has over 100gb free. I am aware of the mklink method so dont want that as an answer.

I have also tried closing and opening steam and rebooting.

I have tried adding a new steam folder location as a test. That too does not show up as an install option. Only the default folder.

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Best Answer

I had the same issue and I changed the default install folder. Once I changed the default folder I could choose any folder in the install menu.

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How do I get Steam to recognize my library folder?

Launch Steam and go to Steam > Settings > Downloads and click the Steam Library Folders button. This will open a window with all your current Steam Library folders. Near the top of the window click the "+" button and select the folder with your installed games.

How do I add another Steam library folder?

Navigate to your Steam client 'Settings' menu. Select 'Steam Library Folders' from the 'Downloads' tab. From here, you can view your default installation path, as well as creating a new path by selecting '+' button. Once you have created the new path, all future installations can be installed there.

Why are games not showing up in my Steam library?

If you are sure that you are logged in to the correct Steam account, then the issue is most likely that your filter is set incorrectly. Please log in to your Steam account using the Steam client and ensure that all games are visible in your Library.

How do I fix the new Steam library folder to be writable?

Fix: Steam Library Folder not Writable

Solution 1: Make Sure the Folder is not Read-Only.

Solution 2: Reinstall the Problematic Game.

Solution 3: Perform a Folder Fix from the Client.

Solution 4: Use a Folder Other Than Program Files.

Solution 5: Restart Your Computer.

Solution 6: Check Your Drive for Errors.

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