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Internet Explorer 6 Miscellaneous - Change Default Download Location

SUMMARY: Force Internet Explorer 6 to download files to a different location on your hard drive.

Would you like to change the default location where Internet Explorer 6 downloads files? If so, you can perform this change by editing the registry. Note that this tip is for experienced users only - making incorrect registry changes can cause problems such as keeping your machine from booting! Standard disclaimers apply.

1. Click "Start" - "Run".

2. Start the registry editor by typing "regedit" and press ENTER.

3. Scroll down to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\
Microsoft\Internet Explorer.

4. In the right pane, double-click "Download Directory".

5. When the "Edit String" dialog appears, enter your new download directory. Make sure to type this EXACTLY correct - there is no option to browse for directories! When done, click "OK".

6. Close the Registry Editor. Close all open Internet Explorer windows. You may also need to reboot your computer or logoff and login for this change to occur.