Here’s How To Find Your Downloaded Files On Android Phones

The main reason why anyone would want to download files on their Android phone is to have their own copies that they can view at a later time. You can also download APKs to sideload apps, assuming you’re willing to accept the security risk involved. Long-pressing on a specific downloaded file should give you more actions to select. For the files you no longer need or want, tap Delete (it may appear as a trash can icon). You can pick Share or Send to pass the downloaded file to one of your contacts through various third-party apps that allow file-sharing. You can also copy or move the file into another folder in your file manager.

You can also hook up your Android phone to a PC or a laptop to transfer saved files to your computer, as explained by Google, which is particularly useful for transferring images and videos. Here’s how to do it on a Windows PC:

1. Connect the phone to your PC using a USB data cable. 

2. Tap “Transfer files” on the USB menu that will pop up on your phone screen.

3. Quickly click “Select what happens with this device” on your PC before the pop-up disappears.

4. Click “Open device to view files.”

Files you’ve saved on your Android phone should be located in the Download or Downloads folder. Do note that menu names may be worded differently depending on your phone manufacturer and the app you’re using.