How do I completely remove ManifestDeX changes?
If you want to revert your Steam client to its unmodified state, or uninstall specific games added via ManifestDeX, follow this guide to cleanly remove all custom integration modules.
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Option A: Uninstall Specific Games
To remove only a particular game while keeping the ManifestDeX framework intact, simply delete its matching .lua script file from Steam's stplug-in directory.
Script Path:
C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\config\stplug-in2
Option B: Complete Uninstallation (Revert Steam to Clean State)
To cleanly and fully remove all ManifestDeX hooks and modules from your PC:
- Navigate to your Steam main folder (usually
C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam). - Delete the
xinput1_4.dll,dwmapi.dllandmanifestdexcore.dllfiles. - Delete the entire
stplug-infolder inside theconfigsub-directory. - (Optional) Clear manifest cache files in your
depotcachefolder if you want to reclaim storage.
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Restart Steam Client
Completely exit and relaunch Steam. Your Steam client is now fully restored to its standard, unmodified vanilla settings.