Keep your downloaded files from being deleted
To save a file on Pixel Slate, make sure to put it in a permanent folder. Any file in the Downloads folder could get deleted if your Pixel Slate runs out of space.
Move downloads to a permanent folder
To keep your files long term, you can move them from the Downloads folder into a permanent folder.
- In laptop mode: In the corner of your screen, select the Launcher 👁 Launch icon
👁 and then
Up arrow 👁 Up arrow
In tablet mode: Go to your Home screen. To get there, tap the Launcher 👁 Launch icon
in the corner of your screen. - Open Files 👁 Files
. - On the left, select Downloads.
- Drag your file to another folder, such as My Drive.
To automatically save files to a permanent folder, change your default folder. For more information on saving files, see Related articles.
Deleting downloads is permanent
When you delete a file in your device's Downloads folder, it's permanent—you can't undo it. Make sure you're only deleting files you won't need later.
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