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How to Move the Downloads Folder to Another Drive
This will remove the strain from the system drive
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Published onAugust 12, 2024
published onAugust 12, 2024
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Moving your Downloads folder to another drive can help free up space on your primary drive and keep your files better organized. Here are some easy steps to make this transition smooth and hassle-free.
How do I move the Downloads folder in Windows?
1. Using File Explorer
Changing the location through File Explorer allows you to seamlessly move all your current downloads to a new location without losing any files.
2. Using Windows Settings
Using the Settings app provides a clear way to specify where new downloads should be saved, ensuring you won’t clutter your primary drive.
3. Move the Downloads folder on Windows using Command Prompt
Using Command Prompt is a quick method for users comfortable with command-line operations to move folders efficiently.
4. Change the default Download folder for your browser
Changing the default download folder in your browser ensures that all future downloads are saved in the new location, making it easier to manage your files. We have provided the instructions for Chrome because it’s the most popular browser, but the method is similar for all the major browsers.
By following these steps, you can easily move your Downloads folder to another drive, ensuring better organization and more free space on your primary drive. Remember to regularly check your storage settings to avoid clutter and keep your system running smoothly.
In case you’ve gottwo Downloads folders on your PC, click the highlighted guide for instructions on how to fix this problem. We also have a helpful guide on what to do if theDownloads folder is not responding on Windows 10.
Did our guide help you move the Downloads folder to another drive? Let us know in the comments below.
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Claudiu Andone
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His abrupt interest in computers started when he saw the first Home Computer as a kid. However, his passion for Windows and everything related became obvious when he became a sys admin in a computer science high school.
With 14 years of experience in writing about everything there is to know about science and technology, Claudiu also likes rock music, chilling in the garden, and Star Wars. May the force be with you, always!
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Oldtimer in the tech and science press, with 14 years of experience in writing on everything there is to know about science, technology, and Microsoft
