Steam je prvo razvijen kako bi omogućio automatizirana ažuriranja za svoje igre, ali je kasnije proširen da uključi igre drugih izdavača. Zbog svoje kompatibilnosti i velike biblioteke igara, jednostavno je upravljati svim svojim materijalom na jednom mjestu, rasporediti vrijeme s prijateljima, pa čak i pridružiti se grupama istomišljenika. Međutim, dok pokušavate ažurirati neke naslove putem Steama^(Steam) , možda ćete dobiti poruku da je datoteka sadržaja Steam zaključana^{(Steam Content File Locked)} . To je vrlo nezgodno i niste jedini koji se suočava s ovim problemom. Zaključana datoteka sadržaja preuzimanja Steam -a čest je problem koji bi se mogao pogrešno protumačiti kao sofisticiran ili kompliciran problem. ^(Steam)Donosimo vam koristan vodič za rješavanje ovog problema. Dakle, nastavite čitati!

Kako popraviti zaključanu datoteku sadržaja Steam u sustavu Windows 10^{(How to Fix Steam Content File Locked in Windows 10)}

Ponekad Steam možda neće moći kopirati ažurirane datoteke na tvrdi disk vašeg računala, što vas sprječava da igrate najnoviju verziju bilo koje igre. Poteškoće s dopuštenjima često su uzrok ovog problema. Možete riješiti problem zaključane datoteke sadržaja preuzimanja Steam -a bez puno rada ako koristite odgovarajući i razuman pristup. 

Slijedite dolje navedene metode korak po korak da biste riješili navedeni problem.

Metoda 1: Ponovno pokrenite računalo^{(Method 1: Restart PC)}

Neke aplikacije na vašem računalu mogu se sukobiti sa Steamom^(Steam) ili vašom igrom, što može uzrokovati zaključavanje datoteke sadržaja. Da biste isključili nepoželjne aplikacije, ponovno pokrenite računalo u ovom scenariju. Nakon što se vaše računalo ponovno pokrene, ponovno instalirajte igru ​​da vidite je li vaš problem riješen.

1. Idite na  izbornik Start^{(Start menu)} .

2. Sada odaberite  ikonu napajanja^{(power icon)} .

Napomena:^(Note:)  U sustavu Windows 10^{(Windows 10)} ikona napajanja^(Power) nalazi se pri dnu. Dok^(Whereas) se u sustavu Windows 8^{(Windows 8)} ikona napajanja^(Power) nalazi na vrhu.

3. Prikazat će se nekoliko opcija poput  Sleep ,  Shut down , i  Restart  . Ovdje kliknite na  Restart .

Metoda 2: Pokrenite Steam kao administrator^{(Method 2: Run Steam as Administrator)}

Steam može zahtijevati posebna prava za pristup određenim datotekama i direktorijima. Najjednostavniji način je svaki put pokrenuti Steam kao administrator kako biste riješili problem zaključane datoteke sadržaja Steam .

1. Desnom tipkom miša kliknite datoteku Steam.exe i odaberite Svojstva^(Properties) .

2. Idite na karticu Kompatibilnost^{(Compatibility)} i označite opciju Pokreni ovaj program kao administrator^{(Run this program as an administrator)} .

3. Konačno, kliknite na Primijeni^(Apply) > U redu^(OK) za spremanje promjena.

4. Ponovno pokrenite Steam i provjerite postoji li problem zaključane datoteke sadržaja preuzimanja Steam-a ili ne.

Metoda 3: Ponovno pokrenite Steam ^{(Method 3: Restart Steam )}

Slijedite ove korake da ponovno pokrenete Steam^(Steam) .

1. Otvorite Upravitelj zadataka^{(Task Manager)} tako što ćete zajedno pritisnuti tipke ^(keys)Ctrl + Shift + Esc  .

2. Pronađite i odaberite  neželjene ^(unwanted) pozadinske ^(background) procese^(processes)  pomoću visoke  memorije^(Memory) .

3. Zatim kliknite  Završi zadatak^{(End task)} , kako je prikazano označeno.

4. Sada ponovo pokrenite aplikaciju Steam .

Također pročitajte: ^{(Also Read:)} Kako onemogućiti Steam Overlay u sustavu Windows 10^{(How to Disable Steam Overlay in Windows 10)}

Metoda 4: Provjerite integritet datoteka igre^{(Method 4: Verify Integrity of Game Files)}

Provjerite^(Please) integritet datoteka igre slijedeći postupke u nastavku nakon deaktiviranja instaliranog antivirusnog programa:

1. Pokrenite  aplikaciju Steam  na svom sustavu i prijeđite na  karticu Knjižnica^(Library)  s vrha.

2. Pod Biblioteka igara^{(Game Library)} vidjet ćete popis svih vaših igara. Pronađite  igru^(game)  ​​koju želite provjeriti. Kliknite desnom tipkom miša na njega da otvorite  Svojstva^(Properties) , kao što je prikazano.

3. Prijeđite na karticu  Lokalne datoteke^{(Local files)}  u prozoru Svojstva u igri.

4. Ovdje kliknite na gumb  Provjeri integritet datoteka igre ^{(Verify integrity of game files )} , kao što je prikazano u nastavku.

5.  Pričekajte^(Wait)  da Steam provjeri integritet datoteka vaše igre.

Metoda 5: Izbrišite predmemoriju preuzimanja^{(Method 5: Clear Download Cache)}

Steam predmemorija za preuzimanje funkcionira slično kao i druge predmemorije. Iako to olakšava i brže dohvaćanje datoteka pohranjenih u predmemoriji, pogreške se mogu pogoršati, što rezultira neuspjelim ažuriranjima i upozorenjem o zaključavanju datoteke sadržaja.

1. Pritisnite tipku  Windows^{(Windows key)} , upišite  Steam i kliknite  Pokreni kao administrator^{(Run as administrator)} .

2. Sada idite na  karticu Steam i  s padajućeg izbornika  odaberite  Postavke . ^(Settings)Pogledajte sliku ispod.

3. Odaberite  postavke preuzimanja^(Downloads)  na lijevom oknu.

4. Pomaknite^(Scroll) se do dna i kliknite na  gumb IZBRIŠI PREMJEMU ZA PREUZIMANJE^{(CLEAR DOWNLOAD CACHE)}  .

5. Kliknite  OK  u   promptu za potvrdu Clear Download Cache .

6. Na kraju kliknite na  OK  za spremanje promjena.

Također pročitajte: ^{(Also Read:)} Gdje su instalirane Steam igre?^{(Where are Steam Games installed?)}  

Metoda 6: Onemogućite antivirusni program treće strane (ako je primjenjivo)^{(Method 6: Disable Third-party Antivirus (If Applicable))}

Ako na vašem računalu imate instaliran antivirus treće strane, on također može blokirati aplikaciju Steam i uzrokovati problem zaključavanja datoteke sadržaja Steam . Stoga slijedite dolje navedene korake da biste onemogućili antivirusni program treće strane.

Napomena 1: ^{(Note 1: )} Ne preporučuje se deinstaliranje bilo kojeg antivirusnog programa s računala jer štiti vaš sustav od virusa i prijetnji.

Napomena 2:^{(Note 2:)}  Pokazali smo korake za  Norton Security  Antivirus kao primjer.

1. Desnom tipkom miša kliknite ikonu  Antivirusnog programa^{( Antivirus Program icon)}  na traci sustava i odaberite  Onemogući automatsku zaštitu^{(Disable Auto-Protect)} .

2. Zatim  odaberite  padajući izbornik trajanja za koji će ^{(Select the duration)}Antivirusni^(Antivirus) program ostati onemogućen na stranici  Sigurnosni zahtjev^{(Security Request)}  .

Metoda 7: Premjestite datoteke igre Steam^{(Method 7: Move Steam Game Files)}

Pokušajte premjestiti datoteke za instalaciju Steama^(Steam) i igre na drugo mjesto. Možda ćete moći riješiti problem zaključane datoteke sadržaja preuzimanja Steam-a nakon što to učinite.

1. Pokrenite Steam  i kliknite na  karticu KNJIŽNICA ^(LIBRARY ) .

2. Ovdje desnom tipkom miša kliknite instaliranu igru ^{(Installed Game )} ​​i kliknite na  Svojstva… ^{(Properties… )} kao što je prikazano u nastavku.

3. Na novom zaslonu kliknite LOKALNE DATOTEKE^{(LOCAL FILES)}  >  Premjesti instalacijsku mapu...^{(Move install folder…)}  kao što je prikazano.

4. Odaberite pogon^(Drive) (npr . Drive G: ) iz  Odaberite ciljni pogon "naziv i veličina igre" treba premjestiti na^{(Select the target drive “name & size of game” should be moved to)} padajući izbornik. Zatim kliknite na Premjesti^(Move) .

5. Sada pričekajte^(Wait)  da se proces završi. Napredak možete provjeriti na zaslonu  MOVE CONTENT  .

6. Nakon što je proces premještanja dovršen, kliknite na Zatvori^(Close) , kao što je istaknuto u nastavku. 

Također pročitajte: ^{(Also Read: )}Kako napraviti sigurnosnu kopiju Steam igara^{(How to Backup Steam Games)}

Metoda 8: Popravite mape Steam knjižnice^{(Method 8: Repair Steam Library Folders)}

1. Pokrenite Steam i idite na svoje postavke^(Settings) nakon što kliknete STEAM u gornjem lijevom kutu zaslona.

2. Nakon što ste u Postavkama^(Settings) , idite na opciju Preuzimanja^(Downloads) na lijevom oknu.

3. Kliknite na gumb STEAM KNJIŽNICA MAPE .^{(STEAM LIBRARY FOLDERS)}

4. Ovdje odaberite pogon i kliknite na ikonu s tri točke^{(three dots icon)} , a zatim odaberite Repair Folder iz kontekstnog izbornika. Pogledajte sliku ispod.

5. Pričekajte da Steam popravi mapu^{(Repair Folder)} .

6. Konačno, ponovno pokrenite Steam^{( restart Steam)} nakon što popravite sve mape knjižnice slijedeći gornje korake.

Metoda 9: Resetirajte Windows utičnice^{(Method 9: Reset Windows Sockets)}

Winsock katalog je još jedan problem koji može uzrokovati zaključavanje datoteke sadržaja Steam -a . Windows Sockets API , ponekad poznat kao Winsock , tehnički je standard u računalstvu koji upravlja načinom na koji Windows mrežni softver treba pristupiti mrežnim uslugama, posebice TCP/IP u . Winsock je protokol koji povezuje Windows TCP/IP klijentski program sa stogom TCP/IP protokola. Za vraćanje sustava na zadane postavke, upotrijebite naredbu reset i slijedite upute u nastavku:

1. Kliknite Start i upišite Command Prompt . Zatim u rezultatima pretraživanja kliknite Pokreni kao administrator .^{(Run as administrator )}

2. Kliknite Da^(Yes) u promptu za potvrdu kontrole korisničkog računa .^{(User Account Control)}

3. Upišite netsh winsock reset u prozor naredbenog retka^{(Command Prompt)} i pritisnite tipku Enter .

Nakon što dovršite tri postupka i date Winsocku^(Winsock) priliku da se odmori, možete pokušati ažurirati igru ​​kako biste vidjeli je li riješen problem zaključane datoteke sadržaja steam.

Metoda 10: Popravite sistemske datoteke^{(Method 10: Repair System Files)}

Instalacijske datoteke igre na vašem tvrdom disku mogu biti oštećene ili imaju neispravne sektore. Dijelovi tvrdog diska koji imaju loše sektore ne mogu se pristupiti niti se mogu sporo raditi. Ako želite vidjeti ima li vaš tvrdi disk oštećene sektore, izvršite skeniranje Disk Check :

1. Pokrenite naredbeni redak kao administrator^{(Command Prompt as administrator)} .

2. Upišite naredbu chkdsk C: /f /r /x  i pritisnite  tipku Enter^{(Enter key)} .

3. Ako se od vas zatraži poruka, Chkdsk se ne može pokrenuti...volumen je... u procesu upotrebe^{(Chkdsk cannot run…the volume is… in use process)} , zatim upišite  Y  i pritisnite tipku  Enter^{(Enter key)} .

4. Ponovno upišite naredbu: sfc /scannow  i pritisnite tipku  Enter^{(Enter key)}  za pokretanje   skeniranja System File Checker .

Napomena:^(Note:)  Pokrenut će se skeniranje sustava i trebat će nekoliko minuta da se završi. U međuvremenu, možete nastaviti obavljati druge aktivnosti, ali pazite da slučajno ne zatvorite prozor.

Nakon dovršetka skeniranja, prikazat će se jedna od ovih poruka:

• Zaštita resursa sustava Windows nije pronašla nikakve povrede integriteta.^{(Windows Resource Protection did not find any integrity violations.)}
• Zaštita resursa sustava Windows nije mogla izvesti traženu operaciju.^{(Windows Resource Protection could not perform the requested operation.)}
• Zaštita resursa sustava Windows pronašla je oštećene datoteke i uspješno ih popravila.^{(Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files and successfully repaired them.)}
• Zaštita resursa sustava Windows pronašla je oštećene datoteke, ali neke od njih nije uspjela popraviti.^{(Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files but was unable to fix some of them.)}

5. Nakon što je skeniranje završeno, ponovno pokrenite ^(restart) računalo^{(your PC)} .

6. Opet pokrenite naredbeni redak kao administrator^{(Command Prompt as administrator)}  i izvršite zadane naredbe jednu za drugom:

dism.exe /Online /cleanup-image /scanhealth
dism.exe /Online /cleanup-image /restorehealth
dism.exe /Online /cleanup-image /startcomponentcleanup

Napomena:^(Note:)  Morate imati ispravnu internetsku vezu da biste ispravno izvršili DISM naredbe.

Steam je fantastična platforma za igranje za računala. Nemojte^(Don) dopustiti da vam nekoliko malih grešaka stane na put gaming maratonu – samo znajte riješiti sve probleme koji se pojave na tom putu i bit ćete u redu.

Također pročitajte: ^{(Also Read:)} Popravak Steam se stalno ruši^{(Fix Steam Keeps Crashing)}

Metoda 11: Ponovno instalirajte Steam^{(Method 11: Reinstall Steam)}

Ako nijedna od gore navedenih metoda ne riješi problem zaključane datoteke sadržaja Steam , ponovno instalirajte ^(Steam)Steam slijedeći navedene korake.

1. Prvo idite na  mapu Steam  i desnom tipkom miša kliknite  mapu steamapps  , a zatim odaberite  opciju Kopiraj^(Copy)  .

2. Zatim  zalijepite mapu^{( paste the folder)}  na drugo mjesto kako biste  stvorili sigurnosnu kopiju^{(create a backup)}  instaliranih igara.

3. Sada pritisnite tipku  Windows^{(Windows key)} , upišite  Aplikacije i značajke^{(Apps and features)} i kliknite  Otvori^(Open) .

4. Odaberite  Steam  i kliknite na  označeni gumb Deinstaliraj  .^{(Uninstall )}

5. Ponovno kliknite na  Deinstaliraj^(Uninstall)  za potvrdu.

6. U prozoru za  deinstalaciju Steam^{( Steam Uninstall)} -a  kliknite na  Deinstaliraj^(Uninstall)  da biste uklonili Steam.

7. Zatim  ponovno pokrenite^(restart)  Windows PC.

8. Preuzmite  najnoviju verziju^{(latest version)}  Steama  sa^(Steam)  svog web preglednika, kao što je prikazano.

9. Nakon preuzimanja, pokrenite preuzetu  datoteku SteamSetup.exe  dvostrukim klikom na nju.

10. U   čarobnjaku  za postavljanje Steam kliknite na gumb ^{(Steam Setup)}Dalje ^(Next ) .

11. Odaberite  Odredišnu mapu^{(Destination folder)}  pomoću opcije  Pregledaj... ^{(Browse… )} ili zadržite  zadanu opciju^{(default option)} . Zatim kliknite na  Instaliraj^(Install) , kao što je prikazano u nastavku.

12. Pričekajte da se instalacija završi i kliknite na  Završi^(Finish) , kao što je prikazano.

13. Nakon instalacije Steama^(Steam) , premjestite  mapu sigurnosne kopije steamappsa^(steamapps)  koju ste prethodno napravili u instaliranu mapu  Steam .

14. Konačno,  ponovno pokrenite računalo^{(restart your PC)} . 

Često postavljana pitanja (FAQ)^{(Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs))}

Q1. Zašto je potrebno toliko dugo da se moje Steam preuzimanje završi?^{(Q1. Why is it taking so long for my Steam download to complete?)}

Ans. Previše igara i velikih naslova u Steam biblioteci, neispravan poslužitelj za preuzimanje^{(malfunctioning download server)} , zastarjeli mrežni upravljački program^{(obsolete network driver)} i nepouzdana mrežna veza^{(unreliable network connection)} razlozi su za spore brzine preuzimanja Steam -a.^(Steam)

Q2. Zašto se Steam ne preuzima?^{(Q2. Why isn’t Steam downloading?)}

Ans. Poslužitelji u određenoj regiji mogu biti spori, preopterećeni ili patiti od kvara hardvera, stvarajući probleme pri preuzimanju. Koristite drugačiji skup poslužitelja sadržaja i privremeno se premjestite na drugo područje za preuzimanje. Download Region > Steam > Settings > Downloads

Q3. Koji je postupak za otključavanje datoteke sadržaja?^{(Q3. What is the procedure for unlocking a content file?)}

Ans. Steam bi se trebao ponovno pokrenuti kada ponovno pokrenete računalo. Idite na izbornik KNJIŽNICA^(LIBRARY) i desnom tipkom miša kliknite igru ​​koja vam stvara probleme. Odaberite karticu Lokalne datoteke^{(Local Files)} s izbornika Svojstva^(Properties) . Steam će potvrditi integritet igre za nekoliko minuta ako kliknete gumb Provjeri integritet datoteka igre.

Preporučeno:^{(Recommended:)}

• Popravite Windows računalo se ne povezuje s TV-om^{(Fix Windows PC Won’t Connect to TV)}
• Popravite je Steam spor u sustavu Windows 10^{(Fix Steam is Slow in Windows 10)}
• Popravite Discord koji ne prepoznaje mikrofon^{(Fix Discord Not Detecting Mic)}
• Kako popraviti da se Steam ne otvara u sustavu Windows 10^{(How to Fix Steam Not Opening on Windows 10)}

Nadamo se da su vam ove informacije bile korisne i da ste uspjeli riješiti problem zaključane datoteke sadržaja Steam^{(Steam content file locked)} . Ako imate bilo kakvih pitanja, prijedloga ili ako imate bilo koji drugi način za zaključavanje datoteke sadržaja putem steam-a, obratite nam se u odjeljku za komentare u nastavku.

Fix Steam Content File Locked Error (2022)

Steam waѕ firѕt devеloped to allow for automated updates for their games, but it was subsequently expandеd to include games from other publishers. Because of its compatibility and large game lіbrarу, it’s simple to manage all of your material in one place, schedule tіmes with friends, and even join groups of lіke-minded gamеrѕ. However, while trying to update some titles through Steam, you may receive Steam Content File Locked messagе. This is hіghly inconvenient, and you are not the оnly one facing this issue. Steam download content file locked is a common prоblem that might be misinterрreted as a sophistіcated or cоmplicated issue. We bring to yoυ a helpful guide to fix this issue. So, continue reading!

How to Fix Steam Content File Locked in Windows 10

Sometimes Steam may not be able to copy the updated files to your computer’s hard drive, stopping you from playing the most recent version of any game. Difficulty with permissions is frequently the cause of this issue. You may solve Steam download content file locked problem without putting in a lot of work if you use the appropriate and reasoned approach. 

Follow the methods given below step by step to fix the said issue.

Method 1: Restart PC

Some apps on your PC may clash with Steam or your game, causing the content file to be locked. To switch off undesirable apps, restart your computer in this scenario. Once your computer has rebooted, reinstall your game to see if your problem has been resolved.

1. Navigate to the Start menu.

2. Now, select the power icon.

Note: In Windows 10, the Power icon is found at the bottom. Whereas in Windows 8, the Power icon is located at the top.

3. Several options like Sleep, Shut down, and Restart will be displayed. Here, click on Restart.

Method 2: Run Steam as Administrator

Steam may require special rights to access certain files and directories. The simplest way is to run Steam as administrator every time to fix Steam content file locked issue.

1. Right-click on the Steam.exe file and select Properties.

2. Go to the Compatibility tab and check the Run this program as an administrator option.

3. Finally, click on Apply > OK to save changes.

4. Restart Steam and verify if the problem of steam download content file locked still exists or not.

Method 3: Restart Steam 

Follow these steps to restart Steam.

1. Open the Task Manager by hitting the Ctrl + Shift + Esc keys together.

2. Locate and select the unwanted background processes using high Memory.

3. Then, click End task, as shown highlighted.

4. Now, relaunch the Steam app.

Also Read: How to Disable Steam Overlay in Windows 10

Method 4: Verify Integrity of Game Files

Please check the integrity of the game files by following the procedures below after deactivating the installed antivirus:

1. Launch the Steam application on your system and switch to the Library tab from the top.

2. Under Game Library, you will see the list of all your games. Locate the game you wish to verify. Make a right-click on it to open Properties, as shown.

3. Switch to the Local files tab in-game Properties window.

4. Here, click on Verify integrity of game files button, as shown below.

5. Wait for Steam to verify the integrity of your game files.

Method 5: Clear Download Cache

Steam download cache functions similarly to other caches. While this makes it easier and faster to retrieve files stored in the cache, errors can compound, resulting in failed updates and a content file-locked warning.

1. Hit the Windows key, type Steam, and click on Run as administrator.

2. Now, go to the Steam tab and select Settings from the drop-down menu. Refer to the pic below.

3. Select the Downloads settings on the left pane.

4. Scroll down to the bottom and click on the CLEAR DOWNLOAD CACHE button.

5. Click on OK in the Clear Download Cache confirmation prompt.

6. Finally, click on OK to save changes.

Also Read: Where are Steam Games installed?  

Method 6: Disable Third-party Antivirus (If Applicable)

If you have third-party antivirus installed on your PC then it also may block the Steam app and cause Steam content file locked issue. So follow the steps listed below to disable third-party antivirus.

Note 1: It is not recommended to uninstall any antivirus program from your PC, since it protects your system from viruses and threats.

Note 2: We have shown the steps for Norton Security Antivirus as an example.

1. Right-click on the Antivirus Program icon from the system tray and select Disable Auto-Protect.

2. Next, Select the duration dropdown menu for which the Antivirus will remain disabled on the Security Request page.

Method 7: Move Steam Game Files

Try moving the Steam installation and game files to a different location. You might be able to resolve the steam download content file locked problem once you’ve done that.

1. Launch Steam and click on the LIBRARY tab.

2. Here, right-click on the Installed Game and click on Properties… as illustrated below.

3. On the new screen, click on LOCAL FILES > Move install folder… as shown.

4. Choose the Drive (e.g. Drive G:) from Select the target drive “name & size of game” should be moved to the drop-down menu. Then, click on Move.

5. Now, Wait for the process to complete. You can check progress in the MOVE CONTENT screen.

6. Once the moving process is completed, click on Close, as highlighted below. 

Also Read: How to Backup Steam Games

Method 8: Repair Steam Library Folders

1. Launch Steam and go to your Settings after clicking STEAM in the top left corner of the screen.

2. Once you’re in Settings, go to the Downloads option on the left pane.

3. Click on the STEAM LIBRARY FOLDERS button.

4. Here, select the drive and click on the three dots icon, then choose Repair Folder from the context menu. Refer to the pic below.

5. Wait for Steam to Repair Folder.

6. Finally, restart Steam after repairing all the library folders by following the above steps.

Method 9: Reset Windows Sockets

The Winsock catalog is another problem that might cause Steam content file locked. The Windows Sockets API, sometimes known as Winsock, is a technical standard in computing that governs how Windows network software should access network services, particularly TCP/IP. Winsock is a protocol that connects a Windows TCP/IP client program to the TCP/IP protocol stack. To restore the system to its default settings, use the reset command and follow the instructions below:

1. Click on Start and type Command Prompt. Then, click on Run as administrator from the search results.

2. Click on Yes in the User Account Control confirmation prompt.

3. Type netsh winsock reset in the Command Prompt window, and press the Enter key.

Once you’ve completed the three procedures and given Winsock a chance to rest, you may attempt updating the game to see whether the steam content file locked issue has been resolved.

Method 10: Repair System Files

The game installation files on your hard disc may be corrupted or have faulty sectors. Parts of the hard disc that have bad sectors can’t be accessed or run slowly. If you want to see if your hard disc has any damaged sectors, do a Disk Check scan:

1. Launch Command Prompt as administrator.

2. Type chkdsk C: /f /r /x command and hit Enter key.

3. If you are prompted with a message, Chkdsk cannot run…the volume is… in use process, then, type Y and hit the Enter key.

4. Again, type the command: sfc /scannow and press Enter key to run the System File Checker scan.

Note: A system scan will be initiated and it will take a couple of minutes to finish. Meanwhile, you can continue performing other activities but be mindful of not accidentally closing the window.

After completing the scan, it will show either of these messages:

• Windows Resource Protection did not find any integrity violations.
• Windows Resource Protection could not perform the requested operation.
• Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files and successfully repaired them.
• Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files but was unable to fix some of them.

5. Once the scan is finished, restart your PC.

6. Again, launch Command Prompt as administrator and execute the given commands one after the other:

dism.exe /Online /cleanup-image /scanhealth
dism.exe /Online /cleanup-image /restorehealth
dism.exe /Online /cleanup-image /startcomponentcleanup

Note: You must have a working internet connection to execute DISM commands properly.

Steam is a fantastic gaming platform for PCs. Don’t allow a few little blunders to get in the way of a gaming marathon–just know how to fix any issues that arise along the way, and you’ll be OK.

Also Read: Fix Steam Keeps Crashing

Method 11: Reinstall Steam

If none of the above methods fix Steam content file locked issue then, reinstall Steam by following the given steps.

1. Firstly, go to the Steam folder and right-click on steamapps folder, then select the Copy option.

2. Then, paste the folder in the other location to create a backup of the installed games.

3. Now hit the Windows key, type Apps and features, and click on Open.

4. Select Steam and click on the Uninstall button shown highlighted.

5. Again, click on Uninstall to confirm.

6. In the Steam Uninstall window, click on Uninstall to remove Steam.

7. Then, restart your Windows PC.

8. Download the latest version of Steam from your web browser, as shown.

9. After downloading, run the downloaded SteamSetup.exe file by double-clicking on it.

10. In the Steam Setup wizard, click on the Next button.

11. Choose the Destination folder by using the Browse… option or keep the default option. Then, click on Install, as depicted below.

12. Wait for the installation to be completed and click on Finish, as shown.

13. After installing Steam, move the steamapps backup folder you previously made to the installed Steam folder. 

14. Finally, restart your PC. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Why is it taking so long for my Steam download to complete?

Ans. Too many games and large titles in the Steam library, a malfunctioning download server, an obsolete network driver, and an unreliable network connection are all reasons for sluggish Steam download speeds.

Q2. Why isn’t Steam downloading?

Ans. Servers in a particular region may be sluggish, overloaded, or suffer from a hardware breakdown, creating download problems. Use a different set of content servers and temporarily move to a different download area. Download Region > Steam > Settings > Downloads

Q3. What is the procedure for unlocking a content file?

Ans. Steam should be relaunched when you restart your PC. Go to the LIBRARY menu and right-click on the game that’s causing you trouble. Select the Local Files tab from the Properties menu. Steam will validate the game’s integrity in a few minutes if you click the verify integrity of game files button.

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We hope this information was helpful and that you were able to fix Steam content file locked issue. If you have any questions, suggestions, or if you have any other way to steam download content file locked issue, please reach out to us in the comment section below.

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