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File download is not working properly in Edge but working in chrome with Download function

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Hi,
I am trying to download a file to local pc from SharePoint Document library using link to item in library and download function.

Issue is : Download () is working fine with chrome, but on edge it is giving Open or Cancel popup and not allowing to download file

If anyone has faced this issue then please share steps or code on how did you overcome this

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@Anniejn Hi,

Not sure how you built the link, if you use a gallery which links to your sharepoint.

it should be like :

Download( "https://xyz.sharepoint.com/sites/abc/_layouts/15/download.aspx?" & "SourceUrl=https://xyz.sharepoint.com/sites/abc/" & ThisRecord.'Full Path')

I share one case for you.

https://community.powerplatform.com/forums/thread/details/?threadid=974ec457-6540-f011-b4cb-6045bdd33780

Meanwhile, test the app in another computer, to exclude the PC problem, for example customized settings for Edges, etc.

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Hi @Anniejn,
Try using the “Share” link for the file and add ?download=1 at the end of the URL along with Launch() (eg:Launch(<sharelink>?download=1). This forces the browser to download the file directly, making it work smoothly in both Edge and Chrome.

Only caveat:
Users will need to enable popups the first time and set the browser to always allow popups for your app. After that, downloads should work without extra prompts.

Why this approach?
It ensures a consistent download experience and avoids the open/cancel popup, making it much more user-friendly across browsers.

Please give the mentioned solution a try and let me know whether it works for you.
If it solves your issue, feel free to mark this thread as answered.
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Thanks!
- Hemanth Sai

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Hi @Anniejn, Just checking in to see if my previous answer hit the mark or if there’s anything else I can help you with.

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