Files auto download

[Anti123]

Anyone has solution to files auto download?

Every file that I click on is automatically downloaded to my device and I have random files all over the place

Whatsapp files

Google chrome

Bank statements 

Restaurants menues

It's a big annoying mess I need solution!

[Sabith18]

1. Fix Chrome (Menus, PDFs, Random files):

Go to Chrome > Tap the 3 dots > Settings > Downloads.

Turn ON 'Ask where to save files'.

Now it will ask you before downloading anything, so it stops silently filling your phone with files.

2. Fix WhatsApp Clutter:

Go to WhatsApp > Settings > Chats.

Turn OFF 'Media visibility'.

This stops WhatsApp images/videos from showing up in your main Gallery and mixing with your photos

[Anti123]

Does that fix the whatsapp file download?

[Samsung_specialist]

Thank you for contacting us regarding the annoying issue of automatic file downloads from various sources (WhatsApp, Chrome, bank statements, etc.) cluttering your device.

The solution requires adjusting settings within each specific app that is performing the auto-download:

1.  WhatsApp Auto-Download Fix
   Open WhatsApp > Settings (three dots) > Storage and data.
   Under "Media auto-download," tap on "When using mobile data," "When connected on Wi-Fi," and "When roaming."
   In each section, Untick all boxes (Photos, Audio, Videos, Documents).
2. Chrome Browser Fix
   Open Chrome > Settings (three dots) > Site settings.
   Find and select Automatic downloads.
   Ensure the toggle is set to OFF or Ask first.
   (Optional) In Chrome Settings > Downloads, ensure "Ask where to save files" is toggled ON.

These steps will give you manual control over what is downloaded, solving the file clutter.