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I recently updated the default downloads directory on my Linux system by editing the ~/.config/user-dirs.dirs file. The change seems to be reflected in most applications, including Firefox. However, the Thunar file manager's quick link to "Downloads" still points to the original location, i.e. /home/<username>/Downloads.

I've tried the following steps, but the issue persists:

  1. Logged out and logged back in.
  2. Restarted Thunar.
  3. Confirmed correct entry for XDG_DOWNLOAD_DIR in user-dirs.dirs.
  4. Checked and adjusted directory permissions.

Despite these efforts, Thunar continues to point to the old location. Is there a specific configuration file or setting in Thunar that needs to be updated manually, or am I missing something else? In Windows 10, once you move the Downloads folder to a different location, the Downloads link under Quick Access immediately points to the new location.

Any guidance on resolving this issue would be greatly appreciated.

System Details:

  • Operating System: MX Linux 23.1
  • Desktop Environment: XFCE
  • Thunar Version: 4.18.4
roymustang
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Right-click on that link and select Remove Shortcut. Then drag the new directory to that list, right-click -> Rename Shortcut.

Or edit file ${HOME}/.config/gtk-3.0/bookmarks.
The format is: file:///path/to/folder Bookmark_name

Some docs: Managing bookmarks in GNOME

AlexSLV
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