====== How to Remove `gem.inf` and Restart GemstoneRO ======

This guide will show you how to resolve common patching issues by deleting the `gem.inf` file and restarting the GemstoneRO Patcher.

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===== 📂 Step 1: Open the GemstoneRO Directory =====

  * Locate the folder where you installed GemstoneRO.
  * By default, it’s in your `C:\Games\Gemstone` folder or the custom location you selected during installation.

Here is an example of what the directory looks like:  
**{{:patcherrestart.png|GemstoneRO Directory}}**

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===== 🗑️ Step 2: Identify the `gem.inf` File =====

  * Look for the file named **`gem.inf`** in your GemstoneRO directory.  
  * The file usually has a gear icon.

**⚠️ Important:** Do not delete any other files in this folder.

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===== 🖱️ Step 3: Delete the `gem.inf` File =====

  - Right-click on the `gem.inf` file.  
  - Select **Delete** from the context menu. Alternatively, select the file and press the **Delete** key on your keyboard.

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===== 🔄 Step 4: Restart the Patcher =====

  - Open the **Gemstone Patcher** application from the same directory.  
  - Allow the patcher to re-download the necessary files.

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===== 🎮 Step 5: Launch the Game =====

  - After the patching process is complete, click **Start** in the patcher to launch GemstoneRO.  
  - The game should now function without issues.

===== 🔔 Why Should You Do This? =====

The Patcher can occasionally cause mismatches and miss some updates. Deleting the `gem.inf` file ensures the patcher retrieves updated settings, automatically resolving potential problems.

If you encounter further issues, feel free to contact us on [[https://discord.gg/zNbT6bNUeQ|Discord]].
===== Quick Steps Summary =====

^ **Step**          ^ **Action**                                ^ **Icon**                                ^
| **Step 1**        | Locate the GemstoneRO directory           | 📂                                       |
| **Step 2**        | Identify the `gem.inf` file               | 🗑️                                       |
| **Step 3**        | Delete the `gem.inf` file                 | 🖱️                                       |
| **Step 4**        | Restart the Gemstone Patcher              | 🔄                                       |
| **Step 5**        | Launch the game through the patcher       | 🎮                                       |