To find and manage downloaded files on macOS, you can use the Finder application, which is the central file manager for the operating system.
Firstly, open Finder. You can do this by clicking on the Finder icon in your Dock or using the Spotlight search (press Command + Space and type "Finder").
Once Finder is open, you can view your downloaded files in several ways:
- Downloads Folder: By default, most downloaded files are saved in the "Downloads" folder. You can quickly access it by clicking on "Downloads" in the left sidebar of Finder, or by pressing Command + Shift + D.
- Recent Files: If you want to see recently downloaded files, you can go to the "Go" menu in Finder and select "Recent Files" (or press Command + Shift + G and type "~/Downloads" to directly navigate to the Downloads folder).
- Spotlight Search: You can also use Spotlight to search for specific downloaded files. Press Command + Space, type the name of the file you're looking for, and it should appear in the search results.
To manage your downloaded files, you can:
- Organize Files: Create folders within the Downloads folder to keep your files organized.
- Move Files: Drag and drop files from the Downloads folder to other locations on your Mac or to external storage devices.
- Delete Files: To delete unnecessary files, simply select them and press Command + Delete. They will be moved to the Trash, where you can permanently delete them by emptying the Trash.
Regarding cloud services, if you want to backup or synchronize your downloaded files across devices, you might consider using services like Tencent Cloud Drive. This allows you to access your files from anywhere and ensures that your important downloads are safe and easily accessible.