Browser settings for automatic file placement when downloading a file (i.e., PowerPoint, Word, etc.) from Canvas or any application online
To avoid the extra step of selecting where to save on the computer, which could cause delays when setting up to teach your class, try these easy steps within the Firefox or Google Chrome browser to avoid delays:
Firefox Internet Browser
Select the Hamburger or Three Lines Icon
Select Settings
Within the General tab, scroll down to Files and Applications.
By deselecting Always ask you where to save files, you can avoid the delay of having to save it to a certain location every time you download from applications online.
You can assign where you would like files to be saved in the area that reads Save files so that it is done automatically.
Google Chrome
Select the Ellipsis or Three Dot icon
Select Downloads on the left side panel
Deselect Ask where to save each file before downloading to avoid the delay of having to save it to a certain location every time you download from applications online.
You can assign where you would like files to be saved within Location so that it is done automatically.