If Akamai Download Manager on Firefox or Safari managed the download, Akamai Download Managerâs log file of the download session contains the location of the saved download. To use the log file to find your downloaded file, use the steps for your browser and operating system below.
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What is the bin folder?
Although it might sound like it, this is not the Trash. Bin is another hidden folder.
When operating systems, such as macOS â and Mac OS X before that â are constructed using a Linux system directory, certain files and folders are hidden on purpose. Almost every operating system will hide things that the majority of users don't need. It is the same as an architect and builder placing plumbing and wiring behind a wall: it looks better and the last thing you want is to accidentally damage the operating system that keeps your house functioning smoothly.
For most people, it is enough to know that the plumbing and wiring is working smoothly and that they can call a professional should something go wrong. With an Apple operating system, hidden folders and files are routes that power users take to tweak and modify a Mac, to improve how it performs, and solve any problems should anything go wrong.
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Accessing the bin folder is another way to take a look at potentially make changes to license and configuration files. Now, if you ever want to make changes to hidden files and folders without digging around in system directories, there is an easier and quicker way. Download an app like CleanMyMac X to uncover space within hard drives. Using its Space Lens feature, This program can show you what is taking up space and help you delete anything you don't need.
However, if you are keen to take a look under the hood manually, here is how to access the bin folder.
Ways to access the bin folder?Method 1: Find the bin folder through the Finder
Another way to find the bin folder is through Terminal.
Method 2: Finding the bin in Terminal
Only attempt this method if you are comfortable using Terminal. Remember, using Terminal can make significant changes to your macOS systems and files, so only make these sort of changes if youâre confident in the instructions you are inputting. This way, you should have temporary access to the bin folder to make any changes that are needed.
Pro Tip: If you find yourself running short of storage on your Mac, clear out your downloads folder. Everything youâve ever downloaded, that youâve not moved somewhere else, or copied, is sitting in that folder. Going right back to when you got your Mac. Imagine how much room that is taking up! Especially when it contains zip folders, videos, images and app downloads.
Another way to access hidden directories
There are many apps that allow you to gain access to hidden files, folders and directories. One of such is Daisy Disk, another CleanMyMac X. I prefer CleanMyMac better because of nice visualizations. You can click the 'Space Lens' tool and see the entire folder tree of your Mac. This reveals many hidden folders and things you may have long forgotten.
I downloaded the free version of CleanMyMac X here. After you get the app you need to click the 'Space Lens' tab.
From there, just click on bubbles to dive deeper into folders that are sorted by colors and categories. Quite exciting, really.
That's all you need to know about finding the Bin folder on Mac. Stay tuned for more Mac tips!
Download purchased apps, previous versions of apps, and free trials. Also, locate apps you've already installed.
Three types of downloads are available from Adobe.com:
Log in to your Adobe ID account to download an app that you purchased from the Adobe online store, or to download a previous version of an app. A history of your ESD purchases from the Adobe Store is available in your Adobe account.
Note:
Important: If you purchased a previous version of an Adobe software product on disc, you cannot download the app from Adobe.com.
When you download an app from Adobe.com, you choose a location to save the software. If you canât remember where you saved the files, try the following solutions.
Note:
If you downloaded an app using Internet Explorer 7 on Windows Vista, your download could have been virtualized. See Canât find or start the download installer.
Check the location where your browser automatically saves downloaded files:
Check the Downloads window (Firefox, Safari, Chrome)
Firefox and Safari track the progress of files they download. If Firefox or Safari (not Akamai Download Manager) managed the download, check the Downloads window for the location of your downloaded files:
Search your hard disks for the downloaded files using either of the following criteria:
Note:
Mac os x 10.3 download dmg. For assistance with searching your hard disk, see the Help files for your operating system.
Where To Find The Download Folder On Mac
Change Default Download Folder MacFind downloads for Adobe product purchased via RetailWhere To Find Download Folder On Mac Computer
If you purchased an Adobe product via a retail outlet, such as BestBuy or Amazon.com, and no longer have the installation media, you may be able to download your software from the Other Downloads page on Adobe.com.
If you canât find your downloaded file, try the download again. Or, see any of the following for more help, depending on what you are downloading:
Macbook Download Folder
You can also visit the Download, install, and setup forum for help from other customers.
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