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# Configure a custom download path for Devolutions Updater

Set a custom download path for Devolutions Updater instead of downloading in %TEMP%. It can be configured in two ways.

### Method 1: From the File menu

Go to ***File – Settings – Paths*** and enter a ***Custom download path*** in the field.

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### Method 2: Directly in the updater

1. In the ***Help*** tab, click on ***Check for Updates***.

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2. If Remote Desktop Manager can be updated, the ***Update Available*** pane will open. From there, click on ***Download***, then select one of these options:
   * ***Download this version and install now***: Devolutions Updater will open right now.
   * ***Download this version and install when application is closed***: Devolutions Updater will open after closing Remote Desktop Manager.

     <figure><img src="https://cdnweb.devolutions.net/docs/docs_en_kb_KB2240.png" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
3. When the Devolutions Updater window appears, click on ***Options***.

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4. Enter the ***Custom download path*** of your choice, then click ***Close***.

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5. Click on ***Update*** and follow the standard update process.


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