In this article, we’ll explain how to move the Downloads folder in Windows 10 to another drive or location. This can be useful if your system drive is running low on space or if you want to organize your files more conveniently. We’ll walk you through changing the default Downloads folder location and adjusting your browser settings to save files to the new destination.
You can purchase genuine product keys for Windows 10 from our catalog, starting at 9.16 €.
Step 1: Open Downloads Folder Properties
1. Navigate to the Downloads folder, which is located by default at C:\Users\[Your Username]\Downloads.
2. Right-click the folder and select “Properties.”
Step 2: Move the Downloads Folder
1. In the Properties window, go to the “Location” tab.
2. Click “Move” and select the new folder where you want to relocate your Downloads. If the folder doesn’t exist, create it.
3. After selecting the new folder, click “Apply” and then “OK.”
Step 3: Confirm File Transfer
1. The system will prompt you to move all files from the old folder to the new one. Choose “Yes” or “No” based on your preference. Note that transferring files may take time, especially if there are many or if you’re moving them to a different drive.
Step 4: Adjust Download Settings in Browsers and Other Programs
1. Many browsers and programs have their own download folder settings, typically defaulting to the system Downloads folder.
2. For example, in Google Chrome, go to “Settings.”
3. Open settings and in “Downloads” select the new folder for downloads.
4. You can also enable “Ask where to save each file before downloading” to manually choose the save location each time.
5. To restore the previous file display in the Downloads folder, go to the folder, right-click, and select Grouping => None.
This will revert the file display in the Downloads folder to its previous style.
Your Downloads folder will now reside in the new location, and all downloaded files will automatically save there. This process helps you better manage disk space and customize your system to suit your needs.
