If you need to back up a run, replace a file, or open a save in the editor, the first job is finding the right folder. This page keeps the common Balatro save paths in one place.
%APPDATA%/Balatro/Users/[user]/Library/Application Support/Balatro/[steam path]/compatdata/2379780/pfx/drive_c/users/steamuser/AppData/Roaming/Balatro/Before you replace or edit any file, duplicate the entire Balatro save folder or at least copy the exact .jkr file you plan to touch. Backups are faster than recovery.
You want to open a settings, meta, profile, or save file in the browser editor.
You are about to try a modded setup and want a rollback point before anything touches your saves.
You are moving between desktop, Linux, or Steam Deck and need to confirm you are editing the right compatdata path.