Find downloaded files on Android

Find downloaded files on Android

Every Android phone comes with a file manager, such as My Files from Samsung, File Manager on OnePlus phones, the Xiaomi File Manager and more. You can also download Files by Google and plenty of excellent third-party file managers from the Google Play Store. You can find all files, photos, videos and documents in one place, and it’s the place to find everything you download. Here’s how to find downloads on Android.

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To find your downloads on Android, open the phone’s file manager. If the device does not have one, you can download a file manager from the Google Play Store. Open the file manager app and go to the Downloads section. Here you will see a list of all your downloaded files, photos, videos and documents.

How to find downloads on Android

Open the file manager on your phone by searching for File in the app drawer. If your phone doesn’t have a file manager, you can download one from the Google Play Store, such as the Astro File Manager† Find the Downloads section.

Depending on the app you are using, it may be located at the top of the app page or in the Categories section. The download section may be hidden in the hamburger menu (icon with three horizontal lines). If so, you may want to use a different file manager that provides easier access to your downloads.

You will find a list of all your downloaded files, photos, videos and documents in the Downloads section. Some phones make it even easier and have a Downloads Manager app. Open the app and you should see all your files in one place.


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