In this guide, you'll learn how to change the default download location for Windows 11 so you can download files directly to the location you want.

This method also works for Windows 10, although the operating system looks slightly different.

The easiest way to change the default download location in Windows 11 is via the Move option in the Download folder Properties menu.

Select the File Explorer folder icon in the taskbar at the bottom of the screen to open the File Explorer window. If you don't see it, press Win+E.