Locate the steam_api.dll (and potentially steam_api.ini ) inside that folder. Copy the file.

It is highly tempting to type "download steam_api.dll" into a search engine and grab the first file you see.

This error occurs because anti-virus software frequently flags these files as "false positives" or because the repack installation did not properly restore the file. This guide explains why this happens and how to fix it so you can get back on the track. What is steam_api.dll ?

steamapi.dll is a file developed by Valve Corporation. It serves as the bridge between a game and the Steam client. When you purchase GRID Autosport legitimately on Steam, the game calls this DLL to:

or your third-party antivirus dashboard. Navigate to the Protection History or Quarantine section.

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Scroll down to and click Add or remove exclusions .

Scroll down to and click Add or remove exclusions . Click Add an exclusion and select Folder .