Type %LocalAppData% (to go to the Local folder) or %AppData% (to go to the Roaming folder). Click the folder result that appears in the search list. Understanding the AppData Subfolders

If you find yourself accessing this folder frequently for modding games or troubleshooting software, right-click the folder and select Show more options > Send to > Desktop (create shortcut) . This puts it one click away on your desktop.

You will see the folder appear, though it will look slightly transparent compared to other folders. Method 3: Search via the Taskbar

This data is designed to "roam" with your user profile if you are on a corporate network. This is where most application settings and game saves are stored. Pro-Tip: Create a Shortcut

Finding the AppData folder in Windows 11 can be tricky because it is by default. Here are the three easiest ways to find and open it.

The most direct method involves a simple address bar command. Open any File Explorer window—you can do this by clicking the folder icon on the taskbar or pressing Windows + E . Once the window is open, click directly into the address bar at the top of the window. Type %appdata% (including the percent signs) and press Enter. This command is a legacy environment variable that instantly transports you to the Roaming subfolder within AppData. If you need to see the root AppData folder (which contains the Local , LocalLow , and Roaming subfolders), simply type %userprofile%\appdata into the address bar instead.