If you cannot restore the file, you need a clean copy. Search for PES 2017 Settings.exe only from reputable modding communities (e.g., PES-Patch, Evo-Web, or ModdingWay). Avoid "DLL download" sites that bundle malware.
Direct extraction path: Place the Settings.exe file into your root PES 2017 folder (where PES2017.exe lives). Typical paths: pes 2017 settingsexe download work
The safest method is obtaining the file from a legitimate copy of PES 2017. If you cannot restore the file, you need a clean copy
If you have the original DVD or ISO:
The file enables key adjustments that cannot be changed from within the main game menu: The safest method is obtaining the file from
Fix inside Settings.exe:
If your PC doesn’t detect the controller, install XInput Plus or use DS4Windows for PlayStation controllers.