The default Download folder of Windows 11 is located in drive C, this can cause drive C to become full and affect the performance of the computer. Therefore, you may want to move the Download folder to another drive, with larger capacity and less occupied by the system. In this article, AnonyViet will guide you How to change Download folder default on Windows 11 simply and quickly.
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Why should you change the Download folder to another drive?
Windows 11 is Microsoft's latest operating system, bringing many new features and interfaces to users. However, some default Windows 11 settings may not suit your needs and preferences. One of them is the location of the Download folder, where files downloaded from the Internet are stored.
Therefore, you should change the Download folder to another drive, to:
- Increase free space for C drive, make the computer run faster, improve access speed in the operating system
- Protect the data you download when you have to reinstall the operating system.
- Easily manage files downloaded from websites or created on the system
- Another drive with larger capacity can be used or permanently connected to the system
How to change the default Download folder to another drive
Step 1: Right-click on the default Download folder > Select the 'Location' tab > Click 'Move'
Step 2: Select the new location you want to move the Download folder to, for example drive D, E, F, Z… and click the Select Folder button > Click the Apply button to save the changes.
At this point, Windows 11 will ask if you want to move all files from the old location to the new location. If you select Yes, Windows 11 will automatically copy and delete files in the old Download folder. If you choose No, Windows 11 will only change the Download folder location without affecting existing files.
Step 3: Click OK to complete
Epilogue
So you're done How to change Download folder default on Windows 11. This way, you can free up storage space on drive C. You can also apply the same method to change the location of other default folders on Windows 11, such as Documents , Music, Pictures, Videos and 3D Objects. Good luck!
