No longer able to drag downloads directly from Safari

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No longer able to drag downloads directly from Safari

Earlier today I updated my MacBook to macOS Sequoia 15.4. Prior to this I was able to drag downloaded files straight from the Safari downloads tab onto my desktop. However after updating I am only able to find these downloads in Finder, or adjust my settings to put downloads immediately onto my desktop. Is there a way to fix this? Although putting them directly onto my desktop works, I'd prefer to be able to drag them where I want immediately myself.

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 15.4

Posted on Apr 8, 2025 10:22 PM

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Answer 1

lkrupp

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Apr 9, 2025 6:31 AM in response to zoreece

Okay, I am still able to drag and drop files off the Safari download tab with macOS 15.4. I cannot reproduce your issue.

Try restarting your Mac.
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Answer 2

Apr 9, 2025 6:23 AM in response to zoreece

Having a similar issue, still couldn't find a solution for this problem. Mine started a month ago, I used to download files and then drag and drop them from the Safari browser download icon list to WhatsApp attachment, or other workspaces, it is now resulting in dropping a corrupted file, and some platforms are also even saying that those platforms are unable to import such format.

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