As for Chrome on desktop, Google is bidding farewell to the clunky download bar that used to appear at the bottom of the screen when downloading files. Instead, the download status will be relocated to the top right of the browser, adjacent to the user’s account image. When downloading a file, a circle around the download icon will indicate the progress, turning blue as the download completes. This change aims to create a cleaner and less intrusive download experience for users. Furthermore, users will have easy access to recently downloaded files, as a button will allow them to view anything saved within the last 24 hours. The update also provides options to open the folder containing a specific file and allows users to retry, pause, resume, or cancel downloads as needed. While this new download placement will be the default for all users going forward, it may have already been available to some users in the past. Additionally, Google remains committed to security, and the browser will continue to issue warnings for suspicious downloads. Users will also retain the flexibility to drag and drop downloads as required.
