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How to Find Downloads on Android Phones
Locations vary because the app you're using dictates where a file lands
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Expand Jump to a Section Downloads on Android Google Chrome Downloads Google Messages Downloads Samsung Messages Downloads WhatsApp Downloads Gmail Downloads Downloads on iPhone Frequently Asked Questions With Android, there is no single place for your downloads to land. This article covers the Android download locations where you can find downloaded files from Google Chrome, Google Messages, Samsung Messages, WhatsApp, or Gmail. Where Are My Downloads on Android
To navigate Android's internal storage, you need an Android file manager app such as My Files. You can also connect your phone to a computer to manage files and folders. In most instances, whatever you download will end up in the Downloads folder. However, depending on the app you downloaded from, the location might be different. If you're an Android user (Android 7 or later), locating your downloads is similar to using Windows Explorer or Mac's Finder. If you're an iPhone user running iOS 11 or 12, Apple's Files app connects you with all your device's storage locations, both locally and in the cloud. Google Chrome Downloads on Android
To access Google Chrome downloads on Android:
Open your file manager, go to Internal storage, then choose Download. All files and attachments downloaded from Chrome are in your Download folder. Google Messages Downloads on Android
To access Google Messages downloads on Android: Open your preferred file manager, tap Internal storage, then tap Pictures. Select Messages. All your downloaded images, videos, and voice clips will be in the Messages folder. Samsung Messages Downloads on Android
To access Samsung Messages downloads on Android: Open your preferred file manager, then choose Internal storage. Select Download. All attachments downloaded via Samsung Messages will be in the Download folder. WhatsApp Downloads on Android
To access WhatsApp downloads on Android: Open your file manager and select Internal storage > WhatsApp. Select Media. Your files and attachments are stored in their respective folders within WhatsApp's Media directory. Videos and pictures downloaded with apps like Hangouts and Textra are located in their respective folders in your device's Internal storage. Gmail Downloads on Android
To access your Gmail downloads on Android: Open your file manager, go to Internal storage, then choose Download. All attachments downloaded from Gmail are in your Download folder. Apps such as Outlook and Samsung Email also store your attachments in the Download folder. Downloads Stored on Your iPhone
iPhone users running iOS 11 or newer have more control over where downloaded files are stored. In the past, downloads ended up in a location based on the file type. However, in iOS 11 and later, you can access downloads in the Files app. In iOS 12 and newer, images and videos that are sent and received via Messages are automatically saved in the Photos app. Apple's Files app is a more streamlined approach to accessing the images, videos, and documents saved to your phone apps and cloud services. The Files app is essentially the iPhone's file manager for iOS 11 and up. Tap the Files app. Tap an option under Locations to explore your iPhone's downloads. Or, you can use the Search bar at the top of the screen to quickly search for the file or image. FAQ How do I stop a download on Android? To stop a download on Android from the Google Play Store, tap the X on the progress bar during the download. If you're downloading from an app, there's no clear-cut way to stop the download, aside from turning off Wi-Fi. How do I download YouTube videos on Android? To download YouTube videos on your Android, you'll need a YouTube Premium subscription. Use the YouTube app to navigate to the video you want to download and tap Download below the video. Choose your download quality option, such as 720p or 360p. How do I download apps on Android? To download apps on Android on Google Play, open the Google Play Store app, tap the app you want, and tap Install. You can also manage downloads using the Play Store on your desktop. From the Amazon AppStore app, turn on the Install unknown apps setting, find the app, and tap Get > Download. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Find and Save iPad Downloads How to Download Music to Your Android Phone How to Free Up Space on Android Phones How to Stop a Download on Android How to Fix It When WhatsApp Images and Videos Are Not Showing in Gallery How to Back Up Your Android Phone to a PC 8 Best Free Download Managers (Updated October 2022) How to Install APK on Android 3 Best Free Antivirus Apps for Android Phones How to Scan a QR Code on iPhone or Android How to Sideload the Google Camera App Onto Your Phone 17 Best Free Cloud Storage Services for Backup in 2022 How to Find Your Facebook Messenger History How to Install TutuApp on iOS and Android Devices How to Free Up Space on Your Phone Fast How to Install Magisk and Safely Root Your Android Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies