For some years now, the iPhone has a file manager which is divided into folders and it is much easier to have everything organized. In the past, this application was not available and finding the files was a real ordeal. However, with the updates of the operating system this function arrived and we will explain where to download files on iphone.
Apple was collecting user requests - and also looked at its direct competition, where Android users already had file managers for years. Hence the 'Files' application that comes installed by default on new devices. But, Do you know how to find all downloaded files and how to set this option? Keep reading this little guide and find out where the files are stored, depending on the application you use at all times.
All files go through the 'Files' app
If you want to save your files on iPhone, You can do it through the internal storage of your smartphone or from iCloud. In both cases, you'll be able to manage folders and files of all kinds from the 'Files' application. From there you can check, organize and edit everything you have stored. Don't you have it downloaded? Don't worry, we leave you the download link below.
However, in some cases you will be able to choose the folder in which all the files are downloaded. It will depend on the browser you use or the source from which you receive files, such as instant messaging services. But let's see how to change these parameters.
Where the files are downloaded on the iPhone if we use Safari
If you haven't changed the iPhone settings, your web browser will be -by default- Safari, the same one used by users of an iPad or a Mac. In the event that you are one of those who download material from the iPhone, Safari usually uses either the internal storage option of the iPhone or the cloud storage service, iCloud. In both cases, a folder called 'Downloads' is created, but you will be the one who can choose if you prefer one option or the other. To modify this parameter, follow these steps:
- Sign in IPhone Settings
- Look for the option that refers to safari and click on it
- Once inside, you should look for the option 'Downloads' and click on it
- You will see different options appear: iCloud, iPhone or others
- If you choose the first or second option, the downloaded files will go directly to the 'Downloads' folder; in the third option you are the one who chooses the location and the folder that you prefer
Where are files downloaded on iPhone using Chrome
If your favorite web browser is Google Chrome, the options are limited, since it does not allow you to change the location of the downloaded content. In this case, Google's mobile browser creates a download folder in the internal storage of the iPhone and baptizes it under the name 'Chrome'. All the files downloaded from the popular web browser will be stored there. What's more, if you press the 'Downloads' button in the Chrome options, it will direct you directly to said folder where all the downloaded material will be accumulated. You will be the one who must move or organize this content later.
Where the files are downloaded on the iPhone if we receive files from WhatsApp or Telegram
On the other hand we have instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. These services do not create any folders on iPhone as they do on Android. Here you do not have so many problems, since everything related to media files (photos and videos) will be automatically saved in the 'Photos' application of the device.
On the other hand, if they are files such as PDF or a Word document, for example, you will have to access the chat in which you received them and later save it in the folder of your choice. To do this, all you have to do is enter the conversation in which you received the file, click on it and click on the 'Share' option. It will be time to choose where you want to save it.
Where do the rest of the applications store the files on the iPhone?
Finally, let me tell you that if you enter the 'Files' application, you will see that the rest of the applications usually have their own folder created. That is to say, each file you create -for example- with Word, Pages, etc. They will be stored in their respective folder -with the same name as the app- in 'Files', so finding them will be really easy.
Remember, on the other hand, that if you use iCloud storage, everything you store there can be accessed from any device connected to the Internet. And, if it is from Apple, it is much easier since you will have direct access to the service. Likewise, if you are connected to the Internet from a device that is outside the Apple ecosystem, you can always use iCloud from a web browser and download the files you need to work.