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Are you getting a "Missing File Privileges" error on Steam? This error appears to be Windows-specific, so follow this list of troubleshooting steps to fix the "Missing File Privileges" error on your PC.
Easy Ways to Fix "Missing File Privileges" Error on Steam
- Reopen Steam as an administrator so it can access the Steamapps folder.
- If your PC has an Intel-based graphics card, stop the igfxEM Module in Task Manager.
- Clear Steam's download cache, check the integrity of your Steam files, repair the library folder, or uninstall and reinstall the game.
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QuestionWhat if this happens when you are downloading the game? It popped up when it was almost finished and now won't download even from fresh reinstall, just starts then downloads 2kb and file privileges.Sakshi SharmaCommunity Answer1) There is something wrong with your local network, and antivirus software is preventing the game from being downloaded to your PC. 2) Your computer doesn't have enough space to download, install, or update the game.
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