It can be frustrating to not be able to find your downloaded files. This can happen on Android devices, too, which have file systems like any other operating system. Here’s how to find downloaded files on Android.
Every Android device has some sort of File Manager app preinstalled. On Google Pixel phones, it’s simply called “Files.” Samsung Galaxy phones call it “My Files.”
You also have the option to install a different File Manager from the Google Play Store. One that we like is the “Files by Google” app. Beyond allowing you to view downloads, it has handy tools for freeing up storage space.
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Downloaded files will be saved to the aptly named “Downloads” folder on your device. To begin, open the file manager on your Android phone or tablet. In this example, we’re using the Google Pixel’s “Files” app.
The next step is to locate the “Downloads” folder. Tap the hamburger menu icon in the top-left corner to open the side menu.
Select the “Downloads” option from the list.
All of your downloaded files can be found in this folder.
The process is even easier if you’re using the “Files by Google” app. First, open the app on your Android device. Make sure you’re on the “Browse” tab.
Tap the “Downloads” option and then you’ll see all of your downloaded documents and files.
That’s it! In the vast majority of cases, anything you download from a web browser like Google Chrome will be saved to your Android phone’s or tablet’s “Downloads” folder.
[Introducing My Files]"My Files" manages all the files on your smartphone, just like a file explorer on your computer.
You can also manage files stored on SD cards, USB drives and files in the cloud storage connected with your smartphone at the same time.
Download and experience "My Files" now.
[New features in My Files]
1. Free up storage space easily by tapping the "Storage Analysis" button on the main screen.
2. You can hide any unused storage space from the main screen via the "Edit My Files home".
3. You can view long file names without ellipses using the "Listview" button.
[Key features]
- Browse and manage files stored on your smartphone, SD card, or USB drive conveniently.
.Users can create folders; move, copy, share, compress, and decompress files; and view file details.
- Try our user-friendly features.
.The Recent Files list: Files the user has downloaded, run, and/or opened
.The Categories list: Types of files, including downloaded, document, image, audio, video, and installation files (.APK)
.Folder and file shortcuts: Show on the device home screen and the My Files main screen
.Provides a function used to analyze and free up storage space.
- Enjoy our convenient Cloud services.
.Google Drive
.OneDrive
※ Supported features may be different depending on models.
The following permissions are required for the app service.
[Required permissions]
-Storage: Used to open, delete, edit, search files and folders on internal / external memory
Every Android phone comes with a file manager, like My Files by Samsung, File Manager on OnePlus phones, the Xiaomi File Manager, and more. You can also download Files by Google and plenty of excellent third-party file managers from the Google Play Store. You can find all the files, photos, videos, and documents in one place, and it’s the place to go to find anything you download. Here’s how to find downloads on Android.
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To find your downloads on Android, open the phone's file manager. If the device doesn't have one, you can download a file manager from the Google Play Store. Open the file manager app and go to the Downloads section. You will see a list of all your downloaded files, photos, videos, and documents here.
How to find downloads on Android
Open the file manager on your phone by searching for File in the app drawer. If your phone doesn’t have a file manager, you can download one from the Google Play Store, like the Astro File Manager. Look for the Downloads section.
Depending on the app you use, it might be at the top of the app page, or in the Categories section. The downloads section might be hidden in the hamburger menu (three horizontal lines icon). If that’s the case, you might want to use another file manager that offers easier access to your downloads.
You will find a list of all your downloaded files, photos, videos, and documents in the Downloads section. Some phones make things even easier and have a Downloads Manager app. Open the app and you should see all your files in one place.