How to change the download folder of Internet Explorer 10 under Windows 8?

  1. Click on the Gear and select View downloads or CTRL + J
    IE Settings Icon

  2. On the bottom left of the View Downloads window click Options.
    View Downloads

  3. You'll have the option to choose a new default location.
    Download Options


  1. Open Internet Explorer 10.
  2. Press CTRL + J to open View Downloads window.
  3. Click on the Options link.
  4. Click on the Browse button.
  5. Navigate to and select(highlight) the folder that you want IE10 to use as the default download location, then click on the Select Folder button.
  6. Click on OK and Close.