# How to verify files

Step-by-step instructions for validating the Kathana client through Steam: open the Library, right-click Kathana, go to Properties > Installed Files, and run "Verify integrity of game files". Repeat the verification until Steam reports all files verified correctly.

Written by _itryo in the Kathana Discord. Original thread: https://discord.com/channels/1363839027114934315/1406658283774804068
Topics: client-installation, troubleshooting, steam, file-verification, updates

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Step 1: Open Steam and go to Library. 
Step 2: Find Kathana and right click it - go to properties.
Step 3: Go to the "installed files" tab.
Step 4: Click on "verify integrity of game files"
Step 5: Repeat step 4 until it says "all files have been correctly verified"

Source: https://kathana.biner.dev/guides/how-to-verify-files/