Lmstudio Change Download !!exclusive!! Directory Jun 2026

LM Studio does have a one-click "Change Download Folder" button inside the Settings UI yet. However, you can change it easily using a symbolic link (symlink) or by moving the folder and restarting the app.

When you click on a model card:

Changing the download directory in LM Studio is a straightforward process. Here are the steps: lmstudio change download directory

The most direct way to change where LM Studio stores downloaded LLMs is through the application's interface. LM Studio does have a one-click "Change Download