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D3DSCache directory
Hello
For some time I have this directory which appeared in AppData\Local, you know what it is ?
I can deleted it but reappears as soon as I launch Edge
Thanks
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This is a common folder created to store Direct3D (used by Edge) graphics cache. You can delete it, but it will come back. It's safe and nothing to worry about.
The D3DSCache folder is used by Windows to store Direct3D shader cache files, which help improve graphics performance in apps like Microsoft Edge and games. It's safe to delete it, but Windows or Edge will recreate it when needed, so it's normal for it to come back.
Located at C:\Users\[username]\AppData\Local
We conclude with a folder that isn't as critical for operating system tasks as the above, but is still worth mentioning as many people wonder what it is. D3DSCache is a folder that contains cached information for Microsoft's Direct3D API.
This is part of DirectX, which is used for graphics display in games and other visually intensive software. You shouldn't need to touch the files inside under normal circumstances, and they only take up a few megabytes. However, if you're experiencing game crashes related to graphics files, clearing this cache may be a useful step.
