how do i save my downloads to a specific screen? I have 4 screens


  1. stevenblair
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    how do i save my downloads to a specific screen? I have 4 screens


    I have 4 screens on a Dell Optiplex 780. I would like my downloads to the desktop to save to a certain screen.
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  3. Brink
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    Hello Steven, and welcome to Seven Forums.

    You could set the display you want them saved on as the main display to be able to. By default, the main display is the active desktop.

    Display - Change Main Display

    Hope this helps, :)
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  4. stevenblair
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    Thank you very much. A huge help and much more efficient. Thanks again.
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  6. Brink
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    You're most welcome. :)
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