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RetroDECK Folder Structure

Here is the RetroDECK folder structure.

Main Folders

Type	Folder	Comment
Flatpak Folder	/var/lib/flatpak/app/net.retrodeck.retrodeck/current/active/files/	Contains the sandboxed flatpak environment and should not be touched.
User Var Folder	~/.var/app/net.retrodeck.retrodeck/	Exposes configuration, cache, and system data from the Flatpak environment.
Userdata Folder	retrodeck/	Contains userdata. Has a dynamic location, chosen by the user.

Userdata Folder - retrodeck/

Type	Folder	Comment
BIOS Folder	retrodeck/bios	BIOS folder (follows the RetroArch BIOS structure).
Borders Folder	retrodeck/borders	Border files for supported systems
Cheats Folder	retrodeck/cheats
ES-DE Folder	retrodeck/ES-DE	Userdata from ES-DE
Logs Folder	retrodeck/logs	RetroDECK logfiles
Mods Folder	retrodeck/mods	Mods folders for supported systems
PortMaster Folder	retrodeck/PortMaster	PortMaster downloaded games data
ROMs Folder	retrodeck/roms	ROMs folders
Saves Folder	retrodeck/saves	Save folders for supported systems
Screenshots Folder	retrodeck/saves	Screenshots folders for supported systems
Shaders Folder	retrodeck/shaders	Shader folders for supported systems
States Folder	retrodeck/states	State (save state) folders for supported systems
Texture Packs Folder	retrodeck/texture_packs	Texture Packs folders for supported systems

ES-DE Folder

Type	Folder	Comment
Collections Folder	collections	Custom ES-DE Collection
Custom Systems Folder	custom_systems	Custom Systems
Downloaded Media Folder	downloaded_media	Scraping data
Gamelists Folder	gamelists	ES-DE gamelist.xml files
Themes Folder	themes	ES-DE Themes

BIOS Folder

Most BIOS files are put in the root of the folder.

Type	Folder	Comment
Cemu Folder	cemu
Citra Folder	citra
Databases Folder	Databases
Dc Folder	dc
Fbneo Folder	fbneo
Gzdoom Folder	gzdoom
HdPacks Folder	HdPacks
Machines Folder	Machines
Mame-sa Folder	mame-sa
Mupen64plus Folder	Mupen64plus
Np2kai Folder	np2kai
Pico-8 Folder	pico-8
PPSSPP Folder	PPSSPP
Quasi88 Folder	quasi88
Rpcs3 Folder	rpcs3
Switch Folder	switch
Themes Folder	themes
Vita3K Folder	Vita3K

ROMs Folder

RetroDECK Follows the ES-DE ROMs Folder Structure.

Type	Folder	Comment
3DO Folder	3do	A 32-bit console known for its high price and multimedia capabilities.
Adam Folder	adam	A home computer and game console hybrid released by Coleco.
Amiga Folder	amiga	A family of personal computers known for their graphics and sound capabilities.
Amiga1200 Folder	amiga1200	An advanced model of the Amiga computer with improved graphics and processing power.
Amiga600 Folder	amiga600	A compact version of the Amiga computer with fewer expansion options.
Amigacd32 Folder	amigacd32	A CD-ROM based game console version of the Amiga computer.
Amstradcpc Folder	amstradcpc	A series of 8-bit home computers popular in Europe.
Apple2 Folder	apple2	One of the first highly successful mass-produced microcomputers.
Apple2gs Folder	apple2gs	An advanced model of the Apple II with better graphics and sound.
Arcade Folder	arcade	Coin-operated entertainment machines found in public places.
Arcadia Folder	arcadia	A lesser-known console with a small library of games.
Archimedes Folder	archimedes	A family of personal computers developed by Acorn Computers.
Arduboy Folder	arduboy	A handheld game console based on Arduino technology.
Astrocde Folder	astrocde	A second-generation home video game console released by Emerson Radio.
Atari2600 Folder	atari2600	One of the first successful home video game consoles.
Atari5200 Folder	atari5200	A follow-up to the Atari 2600 with improved graphics and sound.
Atari7800 Folder	atari7800	A backward-compatible console with better graphics than its predecessors.
Atari800 Folder	atari800	An 8-bit home computer known for its gaming capabilities.
Atarijaguar Folder	atarijaguar	A 64-bit game console with a limited library of games.
Atarilynx Folder	atarilynx	A handheld game console with a color display.
Atarist Folder	atarist	A family of home computers known for their MIDI capabilities.
Atarixe Folder	atarixe	An 8-bit home computer similar to the Atari 800.
Atomiswave Folder	atomiswave	An arcade system board developed by Sammy Corporation.
BBC Micro Folder	bbcmicro	A series of microcomputers developed by Acorn Computers for the BBC.
C64 Folder	c64	One of the best-selling home computers of all time.
CD-i Mono-I Folder	cdimono1	A multimedia CD-ROM game console developed by Philips.
CDTV Folder	cdtv	A multimedia platform based on the Amiga computer.
ChaiLove Folder	chailove	A retro game framework for creating games in Lua.
Channel F Folder	channelf	A second-generation home video game console released by Fairchild.
Colecovision Folder	colecovision	A second-generation home video game console known for its arcade ports.
Consolearcade Folder	consolearcade	A general folder for home consoles that play arcade-style games.
Cps Folder	cps	Capcom's arcade system board used for many popular games.
Cps1 Folder	cps1	The first version of Capcom's arcade system board.
Cps2 Folder	cps2	The second version of Capcom's arcade system board with improved security.
Cps3 Folder	cps3	The third version of Capcom's arcade system board with advanced graphics.
Crvision Folder	crvision	A home computer and game console hybrid released by VTech.
Daphne Folder	daphne	An emulator for laserdisc arcade games.
Desktop Folder	desktop	Folder for .desktop files.
DOOM Folder	doom	A folder containing files related to the classic first-person shooter game.
DOS Folder	dos	An operating system for IBM-compatible personal computers.
Dreamcast Folder	dreamcast	A 128-bit game console developed by Sega.
Easyrpg Folder	easyrpg	An open-source RPG game engine.
Electron Folder	electron	A budget home computer developed by Acorn Computers.
Emulators Folder	emulators	Software that allows one computer system to behave like another.
Famicom Folder	famicom	The Japanese version of the Nintendo Entertainment System.
Fba Folder	fba	Final Burn Alpha, an arcade game emulator.
Fbneo Folder	fbneo	Final Burn Neo, an updated version of Final Burn Alpha.
Fds Folder	fds	Famicom Disk System, a floppy disk add-on for the Famicom.
Flash Folder	flash	A folder containing files related to Adobe Flash content.
Fm7 Folder	fm7	A home computer developed by Fujitsu.
Fmtowns Folder	fmtowns	A series of personal computers developed by Fujitsu.
Gamate Folder	gamate	A handheld game console developed by Bit Corporation.
Gameandwatch Folder	gameandwatch	A series of handheld electronic games developed by Nintendo.
Gamecom Folder	gamecom	A handheld game console developed by Tiger Electronics.
Gamegear Folder	gamegear	A handheld game console developed by Sega.
GB Folder	gb	Game Boy, a handheld game console developed by Nintendo.
GBA Folder	gba	Game Boy Advance, a handheld game console developed by Nintendo.
GBC Folder	gbc	Game Boy Color, a handheld game console developed by Nintendo.
GC Folder	gc	GameCube, a home video game console developed by Nintendo.
Genesis Folder	genesis	A 16-bit game console developed by Sega.
Gmaster Folder	gmaster	A handheld game console developed by Watara.
Gx4000 Folder	gx4000	A game console developed by Amstrad.
Intellivision Folder	intellivision	A second-generation home video game console developed by Mattel.
J2me Folder	j2me	Java 2 Platform, Micro Edition, used for mobile devices.
Laserdisc Folder	laserdisc	A folder containing files related to laserdisc content.
Lcdgames Folder	lcdgames	A folder containing files related to LCD handheld games.
Lowresnx Folder	lowresnx	A fantasy console for making games in a low-resolution environment.
Lutris Folder	lutris	An open-source gaming platform for Linux.
Lutro Folder	lutro	A framework for creating retro-style games in Lua.
Macintosh Folder	macintosh	A family of personal computers developed by Apple.
MAME Folder	mame	Multiple Arcade Machine Emulator, a software for emulating arcade games.
Master System Folder	mastersystem	A third-generation home video game console developed by Sega.
Mega CD Folder	megacd	A CD-ROM add-on for the Sega Genesis.
Mega CD JP Folder	megacdjp	The Japanese version of the Sega CD add-on.
Mega Drive Folder	megadrive	The international name for the Sega Genesis.
Mega Duck Folder	megaduck	A handheld game console developed by Welback Holdings.
MESS Folder	mess	Multi Emulator Super System, an emulator for various consoles and computers.
Model2 Folder	model2	An arcade system board developed by Sega.
Moto Folder	moto	A folder containing files related to motorcycle games.
MSX Folder	msx	A standardized home computer architecture.
MSX1 Folder	msx1	The first generation of the MSX computer standard.
MSX2 Folder	msx2	The second generation of the MSX computer standard.
MSX turbo R Folder	msxturbor	An enhanced version of the MSX2 computer standard.
M.U.G.E.N Folder	mugen	IkemanGO a customizable fighting game engine.
Multivision Folder	multivision	A home computer and game console hybrid developed by Samsung.
N3DS Folder	n3ds	Nintendo 3DS, a handheld game console developed by Nintendo.
N64 Folder	n64	Nintendo 64, a 64-bit game console developed by Nintendo.
N64DD Folder	n64dd	A disk drive add-on for the Nintendo 64.
Naomi Folder	naomi	An arcade system board developed by Sega.
Naomi2 Folder	naomi2	An enhanced version of the Sega Naomi arcade system board.
Naomigd Folder	naomigd	A GD-ROM add-on for the Sega Naomi arcade system board.
NDS Folder	nds	Nintendo DS, a handheld game console developed by Nintendo.
Neo Geo Folder	neogeo	A cartridge-based arcade and home video game system developed by SNK.
Neo Geo CD Folder	neogeocd	A CD-ROM based version of the Neo Geo system.
Neo Geo CD JP Folder	neogeocdjp	The Japanese version of the Neo Geo CD system.
NES Folder	nes	Nintendo Entertainment System, an 8-bit home video game console.
NGP Folder	ngp	Neo Geo Pocket, a handheld game console developed by SNK.
NGPC Folder	ngpc	Neo Geo Pocket Color, an upgraded version of the Neo Geo Pocket.
Odyssey2 Folder	odyssey2	A second-generation home video game console developed by Magnavox.
Openbor Folder	openbor	Open Beats of Rage, a customizable beat 'em up game engine.
Palm Folder	palm	A folder containing files related to Palm OS devices.
PC Folder	pc	Uses for some PC game ports.
PC88 Folder	pc88	A series of home computers developed by NEC.
PC98 Folder	pc98	An upgraded series of home computers developed by NEC.
PCArcade Folder	pcarcade	A folder containing files related to PC arcade games.
PC Engine Folder	pcengine	A home video game console developed by NEC.
PC Engine CD Folder	pcenginecd	A CD-ROM add-on for the PC Engine.
PCFX Folder	pcfx	A 32-bit home video game console developed by NEC.
Pico8 Folder	pico8	A fantasy console for making, sharing, and playing tiny games.
Plus4 Folder	plus4	A home computer developed by Commodore.
Pokemini Folder	pokemini	An emulator for the Pokémon Mini handheld game console.
PortMaster Folder	portmaster	A folder containing files related to PortMaster.
Ports Folder	ports	A folder containing files related to game ports.
PS2 Folder	ps2	PlayStation 2, a home video game console developed by Sony.
PS3 Folder	ps3	PlayStation 3, a home video game console developed by Sony.
PSP Folder	psp	PlayStation Portable, a handheld game console developed by Sony.
PSVita Folder	psvita	PlayStation Vita, a handheld game console developed by Sony.
PSX Folder	psx	PlayStation, a home video game console developed by Sony.
Pv1000 Folder	pv1000	A home video game console developed by Casio.
Quake Folder	quake	A folder containing files related to the Quake series of games.
Satellaview Folder	satellaview	A satellite modem add-on for the Super Famicom.
Saturn Folder	saturn	A 32-bit home video game console developed by Sega.
Satun JP Folder	saturnjp	The Japanese version of the Sega Saturn.
SCUMMVM Folder	scummvm	An emulator for classic point-and-click adventure games.
SCV Folder	scv	Super Cassette Vision, a home video game console developed by Epoch.
Sega32x Folder	sega32x	A 32-bit add-on for the Sega Genesis.
Sega32x JP Folder	sega32xjp	The Japanese version of the Sega 32X add-on.
Sega 32x NA Folder	sega32xna	The North American version of the Sega 32X add-on.
Sega CD Folder	segacd	A CD-ROM add-on for the Sega Genesis.
SFC Folder	sfc	Super Famicom, the Japanese version of the Super Nintendo.
SG-1000 Folder	sg-1000	A home video game console developed by Sega.
SGB Folder	sgb	Super Game Boy, an adapter for playing Game Boy games on the SNES.
SNES Folder	snes	Super Nintendo Entertainment System, a 16-bit home video game console.
SNES NA Folder	snesna	The North American version of the Super Nintendo.
Solarus Folder	solarus	An open-source game engine for action-RPGs.
Spectravideo Folder	spectravideo	A series of home computers developed by Spectravideo.
STV Folder	stv	Sega Titan Video, an arcade system board developed by Sega.
Sufami Folder	sufami	Sufami Turbo, an add-on for the Super Famicom.
Supergrafx Folder	supergrafx	An upgraded version of the PC Engine.
Supervision Folder	supervision	A handheld game console developed by Watara.
Supracan Folder	supracan	A 16-bit home video game console developed by Funtech.
Switch Folder	switch	A hybrid home and handheld game console developed by Nintendo.
TG16 Folder	tg16	TurboGrafx-16, the North American version of the PC Engine.
TG-CD Folder	tg-cd	A CD-ROM add-on for the TurboGrafx-16.
TI99 Folder	ti99	A series of home computers developed by Texas Instruments.
TIC80 Folder	tic80	A fantasy computer for making, sharing, and playing tiny games.
TO8 Folder	to8	A home computer developed by Thomson.
Uzebox Folder	uzebox	An open-source retro-minimalist game console.
Vectrex Folder	vectrex	A vector display-based home video game console.
Vic20 Folder	vic20	A home computer developed by Commodore.
Videopac Folder	videopac	The European version of the Magnavox Odyssey².
Virtualboy Folder	virtualboy	A 3D gaming console developed by Nintendo.
Vsmile Folder	vsmile	An educational game console developed by VTech.
WASM4 Folder	wasm4	A fantasy console for making, sharing, and playing tiny games.
Wii Folder	wii	A home video game console developed by Nintendo.
WiiU Folder	wiiu	A home video game console developed by Nintendo.
Windows Folder	windows	A folder containing files related to the Windows operating system.
Windows3x Folder	windows3x	A folder containing files related to Windows 3.x.
Windows9x Folder	windows9x	A folder containing files related to Windows 9x.
Wonderswan Folder	wonderswan	A handheld game console developed by Bandai.
Wonderswancolor Folder	wonderswancolor	An upgraded version of the WonderSwan with a color display.
X1 Folder	x1	A series of home computers developed by Sharp.
X68000 Folder	x68000	A home computer developed by Sharp.
Xbox Folder	xbox	A home video game console developed by Microsoft.
Zx81 Folder	zx81	A home computer developed by Sinclair Research.
Zxspectrum Folder	zxspectrum	A series of home computers developed by Sinclair Research.