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Solve ✔️ There is no disk space left on Drive C

When Internet Download Manager (IDM) displays the message "There is no disk space left on drive" while downloading a file or video, it typically means there's insufficient space on Local Disk C to save the file. This occurs because IDM's temporary files are stored on Local Disk C by default.

How to Fix IDM "No Disk Space Left on Drive" Error

Fix IDM No Disk Space Left on Drive C Error

To resolve this issue, you can change the location of IDM's temporary files to a drive with more available space. Here's a step-by-step guide to fix this problem:

Solution: Change IDM Temporary File Location

  1. Create a new folder on a drive with sufficient free space.
  2. Open IDM and navigate to Options > Save to.
  3. In the "Temporary directory" section, click the Browse button.
  4. Select the folder you created in step 1.
  5. In IDM, right-click the file you want to download and select Move/Rename.
  6. Choose a folder on a drive with adequate space to store the file.
  7. Click "Start Download" or "Resume" to begin or continue the download.

IDM will split your download into parts and combine them into a single file upon completion.

Why This Works

By changing the temporary file location, you allow IDM to use space on a different drive for storing file parts during the download process. This bypasses the space limitation on your C drive, enabling you to download large files even when your system drive is nearly full.

Additional Tips

  • Regularly clean up your C drive to ensure adequate space for system operations.
  • Consider moving your Downloads folder to a different drive if you frequently download large files.
  • Monitor your disk space usage to prevent similar issues in the future.

By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "No disk space left on drive" error and successfully download your files using IDM.

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