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Google Chrome is one of the most popular web browsers in the world, and it offers many features and options to enhance your browsing experience. One of these features is the Download Bar, which is a handy tool that lets you see and manage your downloads in Chrome. In this article, we will explain what the Download Bar is, how to view it, and how to hide or disable it if you don't want it.
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What is the Download Bar in Chrome?
The Download Bar is a horizontal bar that appears at the bottom of your Chrome window when you download a file from the internet. It shows you the name, size, progress, and status of your download, as well as a preview icon and an arrow button that lets you access more options.
The Download Bar shows the progress and status of your downloads
The Download Bar gives you a visual indication of how much of your file has been downloaded, and how long it will take to finish. You can also see if your download is paused, interrupted, or completed. If your download is interrupted, you can resume it by clicking on the icon. If your download is completed, you can open it by clicking on the icon or dragging it to your desktop or another folder.
The Download Bar lets you access and manage your downloads
The Download Bar also gives you access to more options and actions for your downloads. You can click on the arrow button next to each download to see a menu that lets you do things like:
Show in folder: This opens the folder where your download is saved.
Always open files of this type: This tells Chrome to automatically open files of this type after downloading them.
Cancel: This stops your download and deletes the file from your computer.
Remove from list: This removes your download from the Download Bar and clears it from your download history.
You can also click on the three-dot menu button at the right end of the Download Bar to see more options for all your downloads. You can do things like:
Clear all: This removes all your downloads from the Download Bar and clears them from your download history.
Open downloads folder: This opens the folder where all your downloads are saved.
Open downloads page: This opens a new tab that shows all your downloads in a list view.
How to View the Download Bar in Chrome?
The Download Bar usually appears automatically when you start a download in Chrome. However, there are some ways to view it manually or customize it according to your preferences.
The Download Bar appears automatically when you start a download
When you click on a link or a button that initiates a download in Chrome, the browser will automatically show you the Download Bar at the bottom of your window. You don't need to do anything else to view it.
You can also use keyboard shortcuts to view the Download Bar
If you want to view the Download Bar without starting a download, or if you have closed it by mistake, you can use keyboard shortcuts to bring it back up. Here are some keyboard shortcuts that work on different operating systems:
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Operating SystemKeyboard Shortcut
WindowsCtrl + J
MacCommand + Shift + J LinuxCtrl + J
Chrome OSCtrl + J
These keyboard shortcuts will open the Download Bar if it is hidden, or switch to the downloads page if it is already visible.
You can customize the appearance and behavior of the Download Bar
If you want to change how the Download Bar looks or works, you can use some settings and extensions to do so. Here are some ways to customize the Download Bar in Chrome:
Change the download location: You can choose where you want your downloads to be saved by default. To do this, go to Chrome settings > Advanced > Downloads and click on Change next to Location. You can also enable the option to Ask where to save each file before downloading if you want more control over your downloads.
Change the download notifications: You can choose whether you want Chrome to show you notifications when your downloads are completed or interrupted. To do this, go to Chrome settings > Advanced > Privacy and security > Site settings > Notifications and look for the entry that says Finished downloading. You can allow or block notifications from this site.
Use an extension to enhance the Download Bar: There are many extensions that can add more features and functions to the Download Bar, such as hiding it automatically, changing its color, adding a pause button, and more. You can browse and install these extensions from the Chrome Web Store.
How to Hide or Disable the Download Bar in Chrome?
If you don't like the Download Bar or find it annoying, you can also hide or disable it in Chrome. Here are some ways to do that:
You can close the Download Bar by clicking the X button
The easiest way to hide the Download Bar is to click on the X button at the right end of the bar. This will close the bar and free up some space on your screen. However, this will not stop your downloads or delete them from your computer. You can still access them from the downloads page or the downloads folder.
You can also use keyboard shortcuts to hide the Download Bar
If you want to hide the Download Bar without using your mouse, you can use keyboard shortcuts to do so. Here are some keyboard shortcuts that work on different operating systems:
Operating SystemKeyboard Shortcut
WindowsCtrl + W
MacCommand + W
LinuxCtrl + W
Chrome OSCtrl + W
These keyboard shortcuts will close the current tab and hide the Download Bar along with it. However, this will also close any other content that you have open in that tab, so be careful not to lose any important information.
You can disable the Download Bar permanently with an extension
If you want to get rid of the Download Bar completely and never see it again, you can use an extension that disables it permanently. One such extension is called Always Clear Downloads, which automatically clears your downloads from the bar and the history as soon as they are completed. You can install this extension from the Chrome Web Store and enjoy a clutter-free browsing experience.
Conclusion
The Download Bar in Chrome is a useful feature that lets you see and manage your downloads in a convenient way. However, it can also be annoying or distracting for some users who prefer a cleaner or simpler interface