To allow Safari to open downloads, you can follow these steps:
1. Open Safari and click on the Safari menu located at the top left corner of your screen.
2. From the drop-down menu, select Preferences. This will open the Preferences window.
3. Within the Preferences window, click on the “Downloads” tab.
4. Here, you will see a section called “When visiting other websites.” It provides options for how Safari handles downloads from websites other than the ones you explicitly allow.
Now, there are a few options available:
– “Allow”: This option allows Safari to automatically download files from any website without prompting you for confirmation. This can be risky as it leaves your system vulnerable to potentially harmful downloads.
– “Ask”: This option prompts Safari to ask for your confirmation before downloading files from websites not explicitly allowed. It provides an extra layer of security as you can review the file before deciding to download it.
– “Deny”: This option denies all downloads from websites not explicitly allowed. Safari will not download any files automatically and will instead show a notification that the download was blocked.
To allow Safari to open downloads, you need to set the option to either “Allow” or “Ask.” Here’s what you can do:
1. Choose the “Ask” option if you want Safari to prompt you for confirmation before downloading files from websites not explicitly allowed. This is generally the recommended setting as it allows you to review the file and avoid potential harm.
2. If you want Safari to automatically download files without asking for confirmation, select the “Allow” option. However, exercise caution when using this setting as it may expose your system to malicious downloads.
It’s important to note that even if you set Safari to “Allow” or “Ask,” you may still need to grant permission for individual websites to download files. Safari will prompt you to allow or deny downloads on a per-site basis, ensuring you have control over what gets downloaded.
By setting your preferences in this way, you can choose how Safari handles downloads and strikes a balance between convenience and security.