Instructions apply to iPads with iOS 11 and above.

Where Are Downloads on My iPad?

Unlike PCs and Macs, the iPad has no designated Downloads folder where all downloaded files immediately go.

iPad Mail app with an open email and attachment, highlighting the Options dialog box

And, the iOS file system isn’t as easy to browse as an Android file system.

While you have many options, here’s how to save files from commonly used apps.

Here’s how to choose where the file goes.

The iPad Mail app displaying an open email and attachment, highlighting the Save to Files option.

bring up the relevant email.

TapOptionsin the top right of the screen.

Choose where to send the file.

iPad Mail App displaying where to save an attachment to

Tap theMoreicon to find more options.

If you want to get into the file from other iOS or Mac devices, tapiCloud Drive.

You’ve successfully saved the file to your chosen location.

iPad Safari app showing where the Options dialog is on the browser

fire up the file in Safari.

Choose where to save it.

Saving an Image From Safari

Saving an image is a simple process.

The Safari web browser running on an iPad, with the Save to Files dialog box highlighted

bring up the image in Safari.

TapSave Imageto save the image to your Photos folder.

Other Files

Any other files likely ended up in the Files App.

An image within Safari on the iPad, with Save Image highlighted.

Remember to check there if you prefer to use a non-Apple-based solution for your file storage.

Video downloads: Go toPhotos>Videosand follow the same steps.

Delete music downloads from the Apple Music app.

To turn onautomatic downloads on an iPad, openSettingsand tapApp Store.

UnderAutomatic Downloads, toggle onApps.

Any purchases or free downloads made on your other devices will automatically download to your iPad, as well.

Todownload apps to an iPad, tap theApp Store>Apps.

Browse apps or search for an app by name.

When you find an app you want, tap its price or tapGetfor free apps.

TapBuyorInstallandenter yourApple ID/Apple Accountif prompted.