Downloading files

Different web browsers have different way of handling file downloads.

Many modern web browsers are configured by default to try to open certain types of files automatically or download them to a default location. For example, by default Firefox will attempt to open PDF files using a built-in PDF viewer. Likewise, Chrome is configured by default to save file downloads to a default location without asking you where to save them.

There are many times that LDMS will provide a file for you to download, such as a shipping file. Since you need to know where the file is on your computer in order to provide it to another laboratory, it is helpful to understand how your web browser handles file downloads.

How to view and modify your browser’s behavior for downloading files or opening files automatically will vary by browser and version. For instructions, consult the help documentation for your web browser.