File download

When ever I want to either download or save a file, it goes to a different folder all the time. Is there a way to default to desktop all my downloads and pages letter? In other words, I want to default everything to my desk top, then I can move them myself. Please help me.


Thank you


Frank

iMac 24″, macOS 14.4

Posted on Apr 20, 2024 6:28 AM

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Posted on Apr 20, 2024 10:47 AM

There is no global default for the location of downloads or file saves.


  • For downloading files with a browser like Safari or Firefox you can set a specific (default) download location in your browser settings; but that is only for the browser, not other apps.
  • Pages & other apps generally do not have settings for file save locations; but normally the default location is whatever location you last used in each app.


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Apr 20, 2024 10:47 AM in response to KODIAKGRIZZLY-BEAR_01

There is no global default for the location of downloads or file saves.


  • For downloading files with a browser like Safari or Firefox you can set a specific (default) download location in your browser settings; but that is only for the browser, not other apps.
  • Pages & other apps generally do not have settings for file save locations; but normally the default location is whatever location you last used in each app.


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