When you download files and media from the web, you won’t want to pile everything in a single folder on PC or Mac. The current market leader, Google Chrome, offers an option to change download folder location on computer and mobile. Here’s how you can change download location in Google Chrome on Windows, Mac, iPhone, and Android OS.
2. Select Settings.
3. Scroll down and click "Show Advanced Settings."
4. Scroll down to the Downloads section and click Change next to the Download location box.
5. Select a new folder and click Ok.
The next time you download a file in Chrome it will be saved to the new folder you chose.
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How do I change the default download location in Windows 10?
Open Microsoft Edge , then select Settings and more > Settings . Select Downloads , and then, in the Location area, select Change. In the dialog box, select a new location for your downloaded files.
How do I change the download location in Chrome 2022?
Go to Settings > Downloads > Location, and here you can click on Change to select the new download location of your choice. If you prefer Chrome to ask you where to put files each time, you can turn on Ask where to save each file before downloading.
How do I change my default download location?
Click the menu icon in the upper-left corner and choose Settings. Scroll down to the Downloads section. Tap Default download location, and change the location or select a folder.
How do I change my download manager settings?
Open your download manager. Click the "Options" button or select the "Options" or "Preferences" listing from the appropriate menu in your download manager. A new window should open, allowing you to change the program's settings.