Hope it works and your favorite browser is getting back to normal. Here we introduce multiple ways to fix Google Chrome not downloading files, including simple tips you can try first and further troubleshooting tips. Since Google has a temporary folder that stores some cache files related to browsing history and bookmarks, you can use EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard, one of the most powerful third-party hard drive recovery software, to restore missing or lost Chrome data from its temporary folder, even the folder has been deleted on a local disk. Don't panic though, we left a data recovery plan to assist you to recover Chrome history in Windows and restore Chrome bookmarks on Mac. If the browsing history or bookmarks were unfortunately removed. Some of the fixing methods will restore your browser to its original defaults or delete the Google folder.

Learn Chrome History & Bookmarks Recovery First After many searches on the internet, Chrome fans said that they still don't find a confirmed solution to solve the problem. Or, while selecting a location to preserve the download(s), the required download prompt box doesn't appear as usual. But recently I found that one issue is under heated discussion on some major-related forums: Google Chrome is not downloading files!Īfter clicking the download button/icon on a web page, the request is not responding. Google Chrome is so simple and powerful that everyone loves it. Since last week, it's no longer downloading any type of file from any website. 'Why won't Google Chrome let me download files anymore? I used to download email attachments, pictures and music very easily. User Case: Google Chrome Won't Download Files Anymore Open Chrome > Go to 'More' > 'More tools' > 'Extensions' > Disable downloading related extensions. Uninstall Google Chrome in 'Apps & features' > Delete all Google folders in Registry > Reinstall Chrome. Go to Chrome Settings > Advanced Settings > Uncheck 'Use hardware acceleration when available'. You can clear history and cache in Google Chrome run the Chrome cleanup tool or reset Chrome. Quick Tips for Chrome Won't Download FilesĬheck if the internet connection is working Restart Chrome or try to download files again ask for online help.

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