Tip #3596 - Where Downloads Go
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Where
Downloads Go
Are you constantly
downloading programs and putting new items on your computer? If so, have
you ever noticed that most of those download files go straight to your
desktop? And after you realize that, have you ever wondered why they do
that? I mean, why is the desktop such a popular place?
Well, in all actuality,
the desktop is a pretty common place on a computer. So, the best explanation
is that they're sent there so you'll have an easier time finding them
later on. If the file goes directly to the desktop, you don't have to
rummage around in your other folders to find the new download. Now, most
programs do have a choice included in the download process that allows
you to change the place they go to, so if you pay close attention to that,
you'll be able to select another location.
Also, if you use Firefox
as your main Web browser, you can change where your downloads go before
they even start. In Firefox, go to Tools, Options
and click on the Downloads icon. Click on the button
that says "Save all files to this folder" and
from there, you can choose your favorite location. The choices they have
listed are Desktop and My Downloads,
but if you click on Other, you can choose another spot.
So, even though it seems like your downloads are controlled, there are
ways around them. But, then again, you may like things the way they are.
If that's the case, just leave everything as is and you'll be good to
go!
~ Erin
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