How to configure Brave for automatic downloads.

Introduction

Brave is a privacy-focused browser built on the Chromium engine. By default, it prompts you for each download or opens the folder once the download completes. However, you may want certain file types to download automatically to a specific folder without any prompts. This article explains in detail how to configure Brave for automatic downloads, customize download locations, manage site permissions, and streamline your workflow.

Accessing Download Settings

Opening the Settings Page

To adjust Brave’s download behavior, start by navigating to the download settings:

• Click the menu icon (three horizontal lines or dots) in the top-right corner.
• Select Settings.
• Alternatively, enter brave://settings/downloads in the address bar and press Enter.

Navigating to Download Preferences

Once on the Downloads page, you will see options for download location and prompts. The main controls include:

Configuring Default Download Location

By setting a fixed download folder, you ensure consistency across all downloads.

Changing the Download Folder

1. Open brave://settings/downloads.
2. Under Download Location, click Change.
3. Select your preferred folder (e.g., “Downloads/Invoices” or “D:/AutoDownloads”).
4. Click Select Folder to confirm.

Using Quick Access to Open Folder

To quickly open your download folder without leaving the browser:

• Complete a download.
• Right-click the file in the download shelf and choose Show in folder.

Enabling Automatic Downloads

For sites that require multiple file downloads (e.g., bulk image downloads), configuring site permissions helps avoid repeated prompts.

Controlling Site Permissions

Brave lets you allow automatic downloads on a per-site basis:

1. Go to brave://settings/content/automaticDownloads.
2. Under Automatic downloads, toggle the switch to Allowed or Blocked by default.

Adding Exceptions

• Under Allow, click Add.
• Enter the site URL (e.g., ‘https://example.com’).
• Click Add to permit automatic downloads from that domain.

Automatically Opening Specific File Types

Brave does not have a global file-type auto-open setting, but you can enable it for individual file types after downloading once.

Using the Download Shelf Option

1. Download a file of the type you want to auto-open (for example, a PDF).
2. Once the download completes, click the arrow next to the file name on the download shelf.
3. Select Always open files of this type.

From now on, Brave will automatically open that file type with the default application after downloading.

Additional Tips and Best Practices

• Organize by Subfolders: Use separate folders per file type (e.g., “Downloads/PDFs”).
• Regular Cleanup: Periodically clear old files to save disk space.
• Backup Critical Folders: Use cloud syncing (Google Drive, Dropbox) for important downloads.

Using Extensions

• Consider download manager extensions for advanced scheduling.
• Search the Brave Web Store or use the Chrome Web Store (via https://chrome.google.com/webstore).

Managing Download History

• Press Ctrl J to open the download history pane.
• Right-click entries to remove or clear your entire history.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

• If automatic opening fails, remove the file type exception and re-enable it.
• Ensure no security software is blocking automatic downloads.
• Verify that the selected download folder exists and has write permissions.

Conclusion

Configuring Brave for automatic downloads streamlines your workflow, reduces repetitive prompts, and helps you stay organized. By setting a default download folder, managing site permissions, and enabling file-type auto-open, you can tailor the browser to your needs. Explore additional extensions for specialized use cases and maintain your settings with regular checks and updates.

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