Windows 8.1 installation Keep personal files option - does it delete files in drives other than c

i am installing windows 8.1 . I am not getting an option to select custom installation. Does this delete files in my drives other than C?
I want to install windows in c drive and want to keep the files in my D and E drives. What to do?

Hi,
No matter which method do you use, it would not affect your D and E drive if you don't format them during your installation.
Which version of Windows was running on your computer now? "Upgrade" option is only available when a supported version of Windows is already running on the computer.
Please refer to the following table to check if you could keep some file:
Update to Windows 8.1: FAQ ("Will i be able to keep my files, settings, and apps?" section)
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-IN/windows-8/upgrade-to-windows-8
Karen Hu
TechNet Community Support

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