Downloads Disappeared From Finder Preferences

My Downloads folder has randomly disappeared. I've tried going into Finder Settings & Preferences to set it to show inside on the sidebar but the entire concept of a Downloads folder seems to be removed from my Macbook. Any ideas what may have caused this and how to get it back? (I didn't have Timemachine turned on...)

MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 13.3

Posted on Apr 4, 2023 2:13 AM

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1 reply

kaz-k

Level 9

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Apr 4, 2023 5:02 AM in response to CJTheComedian

Hi,

Finder's Preferences > Side Bar > check off Download could solve your issue.

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