If the fields are visible but hitting keys does nothing, your primary steering device has likely hijacked your keyboard inputs.
Before you start, it's crucial to make a backup of the file you plan to edit.
: Steam Cloud might be downloading your old data. Right-click F1 2013 in your Steam Library, go to Properties , and toggle Enable Steam Cloud synchronization to OFF .
Locate a working "steam_api.dll" file online, often found under terms like "F1 2013 Player One fix" Backup your original file in the F1 2013 game folder. Replace it with the new file, then navigate to MyF1 > Driver Information > Driver Details to input your name. SKIDROW Driver Name Changer Fix f1 2013 change name fix
To apply the RELOADED fix:
1/ Start the game and just leave the names alone, accept it as it is (Player One?) 2/ MyF1 > Driver Information > Driver Details > OverTake.gg F1 2013 - Settings won't save - fix? - OverTake.gg
: Unplug all steering wheels, flight sticks, external gamepads, and shifting modules from your USB ports before launching the game. If the fields are visible but hitting keys
: Dedicated simulation repositories such as OverTake.gg host small, preserved configuration archives designed specifically to resolve this loop. You can download community fixes like SKIDROW's F1 '13 Name Changer Fix 1.0 .
Launch the game and navigate to MyF1 > Driver Information > Driver Details to edit your name. Method 3: Direct Database Editing (Advanced)
If you want the original (e.g., from Steam Community, RaceDepartment, or Codemasters forums), search for: "F1 2013 name keeps resetting" site:steamcommunity.com or "F1 2013 profile name fix" Right-click F1 2013 in your Steam Library, go
Change both your first name and surname fields here.
Ensure your game updates by manually triggering a save, or verify that the autosave icon flashes on screen. Restart the game to confirm the fix. Method 3: Utilizing the Community Name Changer Fix
Open Windows File Explorer and navigate to your local documents: C:\Users\[Your Username]\Documents\My Games\FormulaOne2013\hardwaresettings\