FIREFOX DOWNLOAD LOCATIONS WINDOWS
But even if we don't, better management of your downloaded files is still a big win for your workflow. On Windows XP, Firefoxs cache directory can be found at: C:Documents and Settings your nameLocal SettingsApplication DataMozillaFirefoxProfiles profile nameCache. If you're a designer or a researcher, having Firefox know which app to open for certain file types will cut down the steps from downloading a file to opening it in the app of your choice.Īs we approach version 100 in the coming months, we may see more refinements to Mozilla's web browser to mark the big number. In the Downloads section, browse and select your desired location in the Save files to textbox. In the window that appears, select the Main tab. On OS X boxes, select the Preferences menu from the Firefox menu. These improvements will help if you download multiple files frequently. On windows XP or Vista boxes, you will need to select the Options selection from the Tools menu. Always Open Similar Files: Makes Firefox automatically open downloaded files of the same type with the system default application.Clear Preview Panel: Clears the list of downloaded items in the preview panel that opens when you start a download.
Remove From History: Removes a file from your list of downloaded files.Show In Folder: Opens the folder that contains your downloaded files.Copy Download Link: Copies the download link to let you share it or save it.Go To Download Page: Locates the download reference page even after leaving the site or closing the tab.Thankfully the web has moved on since then, but Mozilla has improved download management further (opens in new tab) with Firefox 98: