How do you change the default save location for “save file”

How do you change the default save location for “save files” my save location is a random Folder buried in my icloud it is frustrsting when all I want to do is save locally. I cannot find any settings on recent online guidance. please help

Posted on Feb 16, 2023 06:39 AM

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Feb 16, 2023 06:49 AM in response to Redcloud8

You can hide iCloud Drive in files so that you only see "On Your iPhone" (Local). See how on my GIF below:


After that, If you want to change your download destination when downloading from Safari, go to:

Settings > Safari > Downloads. Select On Your iPhone

(Please note that this option becomes visible first if it is activated in the Files app, as in the gif image above)


You can also press "Other" and choose your very own folder where you want to save future downloads.

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