Steam questions & answers

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Question by Guest
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July 26, 2023

When I launch any steam game it instantly closes on me. I'm sure that the games I am trying to play are supported by my computer. How do I fix this?

Rajesh Gupta
Answer by Rajesh Gupta

It is possible that there could be an issue with your Steam installation or the specific game files. Try verifying the game files through the Steam client or reinstalling the game. If the problem persists, you can seek further assistance from Steam support or the game's support forum for specific troubleshooting steps.

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Question by Guest #40547156
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June 1, 2017
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Answer by Alex Urbach

Steam is a digital platform for Windows, Mac and Linux operating systems. It works by allowing users to purchase thousands of games that can be stored on one single library accessible from anywhere. Here's what you need:

  1. The software: http://store.steampowered.com/about/

  2. An account: https://store.steampowered.com//login/?redir=about%2F

  3. Purchasing games: Paypal, Credit or Debit Card, Paysafecard and more.

And this is how it should look:

Click to viewSteam's window

Once you purchase a game through the interface, you'll find it in library ready to be downloaded.

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Question by Guest
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July 31, 2015

Where in the Steam client is the function of refund request?

Stephen Prastman
Answer by Stephen Prastman

The Steam client doesn't provide a way to request a Steam refund. You will have to log-in on the Help page with your username and then request a refund. Notice that refunds are available only for some titles and only for a limited period of time.


To begin, use the following URL as a guidance, then log-in with your username and password and follow the presented procedure: https://support.steampowered.com/kb_article.php?ref=6695-QIKM-7966&l=English

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Question by Guest
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July 31, 2015

I lost my password and forgot account name on Steam, but now after a forced restart it logged out. How do I restore access?

Stephen Prastman
Answer by Stephen Prastman

There is an entire page dedicated to password and username recovery. You will have to access it in order to begin the process. Notice that you Steam client is necessary for this operation.


Instructions: https://support.steampowered.com/kb_article.php?ref=4988-DHXV-7272#noaccountname


Download Steam: https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/client/installer/SteamSetup.exe

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Question by Guest
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March 16, 2010

Every time I go to Steam, it always says "The action is only valid for products that are currently installed." I encounter this error whenever I try to uninstall.

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Answer by MasterBETA

So are you asking how to install or get the products valid?

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Question by Guest
554 views
July 31, 2015

Can I play on Steam with a controller, or does it only support keyboard for PC?

Stephen Prastman
Answer by Stephen Prastman

Yes, you can play a Steam game with your controller. Steam created Big Picture, a mode where controller is exclusively used to play games and control the available functions. Firstly, connect your controller and make sure it's installed properly, then go to View > Big Picture Mode. Your controller will be available to navigate through the menus.

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Question by Guest
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December 8, 2010

My Call of Duty:Black Ops is freezing midgame and I only can do is to run Task Manager and close it. It happens on multi-player. Please help!

Stephen Prastman
Answer by Stephen Prastman

Right click the multiplayer entry in Steam and go to Properties. Select the option from the drop down menu to be as: Always keep this product up to date. Alternatively, update DirectX, graphic card, and sound card drivers but keeping the product up to date is the best thing to do if you experience crashes. Also, turn off any security solutions while you play the game.

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Question by Guest
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November 29, 2009

When I click my Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, it says the following error:
"Steam.exe (main exception): CMultiFielBlob(pSerialized): Partial field header at end of record". Can you guys help me, please?

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Answer by Guest

ye, go to control panel click uninstall program click steam and press repair

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Question by Guest
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July 31, 2015

How do I open my Steam gift? Is there an email verification or something like that?

Stephen Prastman
Answer by Stephen Prastman

To open a Steam gift, click the little mail icon in the title bar. You will find the gift in the Steam category. Double click it and then choose Redeem. Once it're redeemed, you will find the game in your Library. Immediate installation is available if you choose to play the game.

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