I can't find my file

[MrBeef]

I've been editing a short film on blender via steam deck (long story). My edit is complete, but the Dolphin file system isn't letting me access the rendered video, even though I have tried multiple save folders. Is there something I'm missing?

[SuperBrat12]

Check Render Output Path:

In Blender, make sure you are rendering to a location that is accessible and supported by the file system on your Steam Deck.
Verify File Format and Extension:

Check the file format and extension of your rendered video. Ensure that it is a commonly supported format (e.g., MP4, AVI) that can be played on the Steam Deck.
Navigate to File System Directly:

Instead of relying on the Dolphin file system within Blender, try accessing the file system directly through the Steam Deck's file manager or any other file explorer application.
Check File Permissions:

Ensure that the folders you are rendering to have the necessary permissions for writing files. Sometimes, if the permissions are restricted, Blender may encounter issues saving the rendered video.
Save to External Storage:

If you are rendering to an internal storage location, consider saving the rendered video to an external storage device (e.g., microSD card) that you can easily access with the file manager on your Steam Deck.
Restart Blender:

Sometimes, issues can be resolved by restarting Blender. Close the application, reopen it, and check if the rendered video is accessible.
Check for Error Messages:

Look for any error messages or warnings during the rendering process in Blender. This can provide clues about potential issues with file saving.
Update Blender:

Ensure that you are using the latest version of Blender available for your Steam Deck. Updates may include bug fixes and improvements that could address the problem.
Community Support:

Seek help from the Steam Deck community or Blender forums. Others who may have faced similar challenges on the Steam Deck or with Blender might be able to provide insights or solutions.

[Simplemathic]

Originally posted by SuperBrat12:

Check Render Output Path:

In Blender, make sure you are rendering to a location that is accessible and supported by the file system on your Steam Deck.
Verify File Format and Extension:

Check the file format and extension of your rendered video. Ensure that it is a commonly supported format (e.g., MP4, AVI) that can be played on the Steam Deck.
Navigate to File System Directly:

Instead of relying on the Dolphin file system within Blender, try accessing the file system directly through the Steam Deck's file manager or any other file explorer application.
Check File Permissions:

Ensure that the folders you are rendering to have the necessary permissions for writing files. Sometimes, if the permissions are restricted, Blender may encounter issues saving the rendered video.
Save to External Storage:

If you are rendering to an internal storage location, consider saving the rendered video to an external storage device (e.g., microSD card) that you can easily access with the file manager on your Steam Deck.
Restart Blender:

Sometimes, issues can be resolved by restarting Blender. Close the application, reopen it, and check if the rendered video is accessible.
Check for Error Messages:

Look for any error messages or warnings during the rendering process in Blender. This can provide clues about potential issues with file saving.
Update Blender:

Ensure that you are using the latest version of Blender available for your Steam Deck. Updates may include bug fixes and improvements that could address the problem.
Community Support:

Seek help from the Steam Deck community or Blender forums. Others who may have faced similar challenges on the Steam Deck or with Blender might be able to provide insights or solutions.

WTH is this chatGPT response

[Zetro]

Hey Beef could you tell me where your steam deck saves its blender files to in desktop mode?
Trying to grab my blend files in recovery before wiping the deck.