Q&A

What is the path to my Downloads folder?

What is the path to my Downloads folder?

By default, Chrome, Firefox and Microsoft Edge download files to the Downloads folder located at %USERPROFILE%\Downloads. USERPROFILE is a variable that refers to the logged in user’s profile directory on the Windows computer, e.g. the path may look like C:\Users\YourUserName\Downloads.

How do I set download location?

Navigate to the “This PC” and open it. Right-click on the “Downloads” folder and click on the “Properties” option. “Downloads Properties” window will appear on the screen and click on the “Location” tab. Now, click on the “Move” button to change the default download location and click on the “Apply” button to proceed.

How do I change download location in opera?

How To Change the Download Location in Opera

  1. Launch Opera and open up the Settings page.
  2. Click ‘Advanced’ to display all advanced options.
  3. Under the ‘Downloads’ section, click ‘Change. ‘
  4. Choose the new default download folder.

How do I select download location in Firefox?

How to specify where files are downloaded in Mozilla Firefox

  1. Click on the Firefox menu button (three horizontal bars) at the top right, then select Options.
  2. Go to General, then to Downloads, click the Browse button, then select the folder where you would like the files to be downloaded and click on Select Folder.

How do I find recently downloaded files?

To access the Downloads folder, launch the default File Manager app and towards the top, you’ll see the “Download history” option. You should now see the file you recently downloaded with a date and time. If you tap on the “More” option at the top right, you can do more with your downloaded files.

Can I move my Downloads folder?

To move the Downloads folder in Windows 10, do the following. Right click the Downloads folder and select Properties. In Properties, go to the Location tab, and click on the Move button. In the folder browse dialog, select the new folder you want to store your Downloads.

How can I see my download history?

You can find your downloads on your Android device in your My Files app (called File Manager on some phones), which you can find in the device’s App Drawer. Unlike iPhone, app downloads are not stored on the home screen of your Android device, and can be found with an upward swipe on the home screen.

How do I change my default download location?

Change download locations

  1. On your computer, open Chrome.
  2. At the top right, click More. Settings.
  3. At the bottom, click Advanced.
  4. Under the “Downloads” section, adjust your download settings: To change the default download location, click Change and select where you’d like your files to be saved.

How do I change download location on Android?

Here’s how you change the default download location.

  1. Go to your phone’s settings.
  2. Locate the “Storage” option.
  3. Go to “Preferred Storage Location” or a similar option.
  4. Select your preferred install location.

Where are failed downloads stored?

Downloads that failed leave a residual file in the downloads folder (or wherever it was you were saving that file to).

Why are my downloads not showing?

Check under your apps for an app called download manager or downloads. There will normally be 2 tabs under that for different types of downloads. If you still can’t find it, go to settings -> applications/application manager -> go to all tab -> search for downloads/download manager -> clear the data from it.