How do I add a non-Steam game using this skill?

The skill provides the necessary CRC32 App ID generation algorithm and binary VDF structure to correctly format and append entries to your shortcuts.vdf file.

Do I need to close Steam before using these features?

Yes, it is highly recommended to close the Steam client before modifying configuration files like config.vdf or shortcuts.vdf to prevent Steam from overwriting your changes.

What is the difference between text and binary VDF files?

Text VDF files, like config.vdf, are human-readable key-value pairs used for general settings, while binary VDF files, like shortcuts.vdf, use specific byte markers and are used for the non-Steam game library.

Can this skill help me find my Proton prefix?

Yes, it includes logic to scan your Steam libraries and locate the specific compatdata folder associated with a game's App ID or installation path.

Steam Linux Manager

Name: Steam Linux Manager
Author: fx

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게임 개발

Simplifies the management of Steam shortcuts, Proton configurations, and VDF files on Linux systems.

소개

The Steam Linux skill provides specialized capabilities for interacting with the Steam client on Linux environments. It automates complex tasks such as generating non-Steam game shortcuts using CRC32 app ID generation, parsing binary and text VDF configuration files, and managing Proton compatibility tool mappings. This skill is essential for users and developers looking to programmatically configure Wine prefixes, handle library folders, or share compatdata between games, ensuring seamless integration between custom applications and the Steam ecosystem while adhering to Linux-specific file structures.

주요 기능

Proton and Wine prefix (compatdata) management and path discovery
CRC32-based App ID generation for Linux compatibility
VDF parsing for both binary (shortcuts) and text (config) formats
Programmatic Steam library folder identification and path resolution
1 GitHub stars
Automated non-Steam shortcut creation with correct binary VDF formatting

사용 사례

Adding large collections of non-Steam games or emulators to the Steam library automatically
Locating and managing specific Wine prefixes within the compatdata directory for modding or troubleshooting
Configuring specific Proton versions or compatibility layers for games via terminal commands

소개

주요 기능

Proton and Wine prefix (compatdata) management and path discovery
CRC32-based App ID generation for Linux compatibility
VDF parsing for both binary (shortcuts) and text (config) formats
Programmatic Steam library folder identification and path resolution
1 GitHub stars
Automated non-Steam shortcut creation with correct binary VDF formatting

사용 사례

Adding large collections of non-Steam games or emulators to the Steam library automatically
Locating and managing specific Wine prefixes within the compatdata directory for modding or troubleshooting
Configuring specific Proton versions or compatibility layers for games via terminal commands