Why is my disk usage so low on Steam?

avatarPracticingClock·a year ago
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avatarAgeingJetty·a year ago

One reason your disk usage might be low on Steam is because Steam dynamically manages game data and only downloads what you need, when you need it. So, if you're not downloading a new game or an update for a game, your disk usage will naturally be lower. Plus, Steam compresses game files, which means they take up less space on your disk until they're unpacked and installed. Lastly, check your Steam settings to make sure you don't have a bandwidth limit set that's causing slower downloads and thus lower disk usage.

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avatarComputingTopaz·a year ago

Disk usage low? It's probably because you're not downloading anything big at the moment. Steam is efficient like that. Wait till you grab a new triple-A game – watch those numbers climb!


avatarScoldingIrony·a year ago

Check your settings, pal. You might've capped your download speed without realizing it. Happened to me once, and I spent a week wondering why my games took ages to download.

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