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When I download (save) a file where does go? why can't I direct where I want it to go? IE lets me choose where I save each file to

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When I download (save) a file where does go? why can't I direct where I want it to go? IE lets me choose where I save each file to

When I download (save) a file where does go? why can't I direct where I want it to go? IE lets me choose where I save each file to

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You can set downloads to always go to one folder or to ask you each time.

  • Options > General > Downloads section
    • "Save files to:" and choose a folder (always saves to that folder) {this is the Firefox default setting; you can change the folder or switch to "Always ask me..." below}
    • "Always ask me where to save files"
  • See --> Options window - General panel


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You can set downloads to always go to one folder or to ask you each time.

  • Options > General > Downloads section
    • "Save files to:" and choose a folder (always saves to that folder) {this is the Firefox default setting; you can change the folder or switch to "Always ask me..." below}
    • "Always ask me where to save files"
  • See --> Options window - General panel


If this reply solves your problem, please click "Solved It" next to this reply when signed-in to the forum.

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Solved it thank you