Missing 'Stardew Valley.deps.json'

[MossyThornBusg]

So I'm trying to download Smapi, and I'm following the instructions on here exactly as it says. but when it comes down to changing the 'Stardew Valley.deps.json' I cant find it at all. The file just isn't there.
If anyone is willing to help that would be great

 

[MysticTempest]

So I'm trying to download Smapi, and I'm following the instructions on here exactly as it says. but when it comes down to changing the 'Stardew Valley.deps.json' I cant find it at all. The file just isn't there.
If anyone is willing to help that would be great

Is there a specific reason you're installing manually?
As opposed to the automated way: https://stardewvalleywiki.com/Modding:Player_Guide/Getting_Started#Install_SMAPI

If you can't find the file.
You may want to check your OS for any settings to show 'file extensions'. As your OS may be hiding the extension from you.

 

[MossyThornBusg]

Is there a specific reason you're installing manually?
As opposed to the automated way: https://stardewvalleywiki.com/Modding:Player_Guide/Getting_Started#Install_SMAPI

If you can't find the file.
You may want to check your OS for any settings to show 'file extensions'. As your OS may be hiding the extension from you.

I'm doing it manually because when I do it automatically it still says it's missing that file. When I went into my OS and I couldn't find anything and changed settings and still nothing showed up.
Here is a copy of the msg that shows up when I do it automatically

{(That's all I need! I'll install SMAPI now.
Game path: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Stardew Valley
Color scheme: auto-detect
----------------------------------------------------------------------------

Removing previous SMAPI files...
Adding SMAPI files...
The installer failed with an unexpected exception.
If you need help fixing this error, see https://smapi.io/help

System.IO.FileNotFoundException: Could not find file 'C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Stardew Valley\Stardew Valley.deps.json'.
File name: 'C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Stardew Valley\Stardew Valley.deps.json'
at System.IO.FileSystem.CopyFile(String , String , Boolean )
at System.IO.File.Copy(String , String , Boolean )
at StardewModdingApi.Installer.InteractiveInstaller.Run(String[] args) in E:\source\_Stardew\SMAPI\src\SMAPI.Installer\InteractiveInstaller.cs:line 421
at StardewModdingApi.Installer.Program.Main(String[] args) in E:\source\_Stardew\SMAPI\src\SMAPI.Installer\Program.cs:line 55
Game has ended. Press any key to exit.})

 

[MysticTempest]

I see, thanks for the clarification, and error message.

Do note that if you're on the "Compatibility" branch; SMAPI won't work:

Modding:Player Guide/Troubleshooting - Stardew Valley Wiki

Did something go wrong with your game? This is the page for you. (This page isn't only for players who use mods!)

stardewvalleywiki.com

Otherwise, try to verify your game files: https://help.steampowered.com/en/faqs/view/0C48-FCBD-DA71-93EB
It'll make sure your game is fully up to date, and will redownload any missing files.