How To Stop Current Downloads On Android?

If by mistake you have started downloading any wrong application and immediately realized that you did not do it intentionally, then do not panic. After all, it can be stopped or canceled as and when you want. In case it fails, then you can use the nuclear option to reset your Android. In this blog, we will discuss the process of stopping current downloads on Android.
Note: This blog is for smartphone and tablet users Android 7.0 Nougat and newer versions.


The method of stopping downloads from applications
If you come across a situation where you started downloading applications on the android device by mistake, then here is what you can do:
  1. Firstly, go to the Settings application.
  2. Then, visit Apps and notifications.
  3. After that, click on Advanced.
  4. Next, click on Special app access.
  5. Then, click on Install unknown apps.
  6. Note that the given option is disabled for every application.
  7. Next, prefer scanning the applications.
  8. After that, for stopping file downloads, visit Settings, click on Apps and notifications and then, press on the name of the application given over there.
  9. Lastly, press on Permissions and disable the storage option.
The method of deleting applications and downloads
If by mistake, you started downloading an app that you no longer wish to use, then it can be removed.
  1. Firstly, visit Settings.
  2. Then, press on Apps and notifications.
  3. After that, look for the application on the given list.
  4. Next, click on the name of the application.
  5. Lastly, press on Uninstall.
Have a look at the given below instructions carefully for deleting downloaded files.
  1. Firstly, go to Settings.
  2. Then, press on Storage.
  3. After that, click on Free up space.
  4. Next, click on Downloads.
  5. Observe that you shall get to view your files. Do an un-tick on the data that you wish to
  6. After that, press on Free up X MB.
Note: Your smartphone shall show the amount of storage that you can get.
  1. Lastly, press on Free up space. This option shall be highlighted soon.
The ultimate option: Reset your android smartphone
There are some cases when a download creates a problem for your Android device. For instance, it makes it slow down. In such places, it is best to reset your gadget to factory settings. However, it is best to backup all the data before resetting the device.
Congratulations! You have been able to stop the current downloads on your Android.

Devin Smith is a creative person who has been writing blogs and articles about cybersecurity. He writes about the latest updates regarding norton.com/setup and how it can improve the work experience of users. His articles have been published in many popular e-magazines, blogs and websites.

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