Repair and Download Controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf

Last Updated: 12/09/2023
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controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf uses the VDF file extension, which is more specifically known as a Valve Data file. It is classified as a Game (Valve Data) file, created for Steam API v018 by Valve.

The first release in the Windows 10 Operating System for controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf was on 11/05/2014 inside Steam API v018. This file marks the latest update from Valve, according to our records.

Please see below for more detailed information, VDF file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf
File Extension: VDF file extension
File Type: Game
Description: Valve Data
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Steam API v018
Developer: Valve
Software: Steam
Software Version: API v018
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 16960
Oldest File Date: 12/29/2019
Latest File Date: 12/29/2019


What are controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf Error Messages?


General controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf Runtime Errors

controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf file errors often occur during the startup phase of Steam, but can also occur while the program is running. These types VDF errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Steam is running. Here are some of the most common controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\controller_base\templates\controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf

This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.


Most VDF errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Steam), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Steam, system crash while loading or saving controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or malware infection. Thus, it’s critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.


Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click System Restore.
  4. Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
  5. Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
  6. Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Steam (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Steam software.

You can uninstall Steam software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for Steam API v018 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Steam software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

Steam API v018

Valve

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
  4. If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
  5. After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf files for every applicable version of Steam. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Steam folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\controller_base\templates\
  4. Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.



Download controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf to your appropriate Windows system directory. Valve typically does not release Steam VDF files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing controller_ps4_gamepad+mouse.vdf and all other VDF files for Steam. An incorrectly installed VDF file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 10


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File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
controller_generic_was... Valve Data Steam API v018 18709 C:\Windows\Prefetch\
controller_mobile_touc... Valve Data Steam API v018 18717 C:\Windows\Prefetch\
gamepad_fps.vdf Valve Data Steam API v018 10186 C:\Windows\Prefetch\
bigpicture_gyro.vdf Valve Data Steam API v018 254 C:\Windows\Prefetch\
controller_apple_wasd.vdf Valve Data Steam API v018 18707 C:\Windows\Prefetch\

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File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
setupact.log Log Steam API v018 175891 C:\Windows\Logs\DPX\
api-ms-win-core-heap-l... ApiSet Stub DLL Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.18362.1) 11728 C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\bin\cef\cef.win7x64\
diagerr.xml Extensible Markup Language Steam API v018 5718 C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
api-ms-win-core-synch-... ApiSet Stub DLL Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12) 13160 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...
api-ms-win-core-memory... ApiSet Stub DLL Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.18362.1) 11728 C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\bin\cef\cef.win7x64\


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