By incorporating more powerful chipsets, bigger RAM, and larger batteries, Android devices are becoming more powerful with each passing day. However, there is one issue that many users seem to be facing: they are unable to get hold of the files that they have just downloaded on their Android devices.
And if they accidentally swipe the download complete notification, then the issue becomes all the more glaring. But fret not, in this guide, we will show you how to find all your downloaded files on your Android devices, irrespective of the type or size of the file. Furthermore, the instructions will be mentioned keeping in mind all the popular OEMs.
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Where Can I Find Downloaded Files on Android Device
There are two different approaches that we will be discussing here. The first one will focus on the devices that have a built-in file manager app. The second method will focus on those devices that don’t have a native file manager. Follow along.
Devices with Built-In File Manager
Near about most of the OEMs nowadays ships their devices with a custom-built File Manager. Each of them comes with its own set of features and categories, but the ability to access the downloaded files is the same for all these Android devices.
For example, in the case of OnePlus, you get a File Manager app. Upon launching it, you should see the Download section right in the front row in the middle. This will be under the Categories section, the app’s default section.
Talking about Google Pixel devices, they have a Files app. Launch it and tap on the hamburger menu situated at the top left. From the menu that appears, you should see the Download option that holds all your downloaded files.
Likewise, Xiaomi has its own app named File Manager: Free and Easy. As soon as you launch the app, you should see the blue Downloads section in the second row.
If we talk about Samsung, then you may use its My Files app. Open it and you should see the Downloads menu under the Categories section.
So these were the steps to find your downloaded files on an Android device that comes with a built-in file explorer. Let’s now turn our attention towards the devices that don’t come with any app as such.
Devices without a native File Manager app
While the chances are rare, yet if your device doesn’t have a native File Manager app, then you could download one from the Play Store. In this regard, you should look no further than the Files by Google app. A simple easy to use File Manager app, it has all the features that you could ask for from a file explorer app.
So download and install it onto your device. Now launch the app and head over to the Browse tab. There you will find the Downloads section under the Categories.
With we, we have addressed the long-standing question as to where you could find your downloaded files on your Android devices. If you still have any queries, do let us know in the comments section. Rounding off, here are some equally useful iPhone Tips and Tricks, PC tips and tricks, and Android Tips and Trick that you should check out as well.