Workshop collections
Steam Workshop Collections vs Individual Items
A Steam Workshop collection is a list of community entries, not one file or one delivery decision. Check each individual item separately so the result reflects the metadata and access path Steam returns for that item.
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Open the collection for discovery
Use a collection to browse related mods, maps, or assets. It can help you find the item you want, but it is not a batch-download request for this tool.
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Choose one member item
Open the Steam page for the exact Workshop entry you intend to use. Read the creator's notes for dependencies, compatibility, and any game-specific requirements.
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Copy that item's URL or Published File ID
The individual item page has its own Published File ID after id=. This is different from a collection identifier and is the value the lookup accepts.
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Check each item on its own
Paste one item at a time. Steam can return different metadata, public-link availability, or access limits for each entry in the same collection.
Questions
Does WorkshopFetch resolve every item in a collection?
No. The current tool supports one individual Workshop item per lookup and does not process a collection as a batch.
Why is a collection not treated as one download?
A collection can contain many separate items. Their availability, permissions, dependencies, and game requirements can differ, so one collection ID cannot safely stand in for an individual item.
Can I use the item ID shown in a collection?
Yes, after you open the individual member item's Steam page and confirm that the number belongs to that item rather than the collection itself.
Does checking an item install it with its dependencies?
No. The lookup only reports the delivery information Steam returns for one item. Follow the creator's and game's instructions for dependencies and installation.