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How to Find Downloaded Files in Windows

Find files you downloaded from a browser, email, or website.

Quick Answer

Open File Explorer and select Downloads in the left navigation pane.

Step by Step

  1. Open File Explorer.
  2. Select Downloads in the left navigation pane.
  3. Change the view to sort by Date modified if you are looking for a recent download.
  4. If the file is not there, open your browser's Downloads list to see the filename and saved location.

If That Doesn't Work

  • Press Ctrl+J in most Windows browsers to open the browser download history.
  • Use File Explorer search if you remember part of the filename.
  • Check Desktop and Documents if you previously changed the browser's download location.

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