Home > Questions

Getting 'Cannot create file' when downloading files on Mac?

I recently bought a MacBook Pro. The problem is that when I try to download certain things, the download manager comes up with the message "cannot create file". I have all my read and write permissions on. How do I fix it?

Best Answered by

iBoysoft author Jenny Zeng

Jenny Zeng

Answered on Monday, July 10, 2023

The "Cannot create file" error, which prevents you from downloading things on Mac, is usually related to issues on the download location. I suggest you check your browser's preferences for the default download location.

Then locate the folder in Finder and check if you have Read & Write access to it by right-clicking the folder and selecting "Get Info." 

If you don't, tap the yellow padlock and enter your admin password to unlock the preference, then modify the permissions.

If you do, change the download location to your desktop or another folder of your choice.

Read Also:

Change File, Folder, App & Hard Drive Permissions on Mac

 

People Also Ask

Read More Questions

Read More Advice From iBoysoft's Computer Experts

my mac wont download anything

What If My Mac Won’t Download Anything Like Apps/macOS/Files?

If you find your Mac won’t download anything such as downloading macOS, applications, files from the App Store, internet, or within the apps, there are fixes for Mac download not working issue.

How to Tips

Fix mDNSResponder high network or CPU on Mac

What is mDNSResponder on Mac? Fix mDNSResponder High Network

Is mDNSResponder using high network traffic or high CPU resources on your Mac? Learn what mDNSResponder is and how to fix mDNSResponder high network or CPU on Mac.

Wiki Tips

Macのフルディスクアクセス

Macでのフルディスクアクセスとは何ですか? それを許可しても安全ですか?

Macでのフルディスクアクセスの概要について、それが何であり、macOSでそれを許可するべきか、またMacでフルディスクアクセスを付与する方法について説明します。