Lmstudio Change [better] Download Directory ✪
Then restart LM Studio.
(often represented by three dots ... ) next to the current path. lmstudio change download directory
This method tricks LM Studio into thinking the models are still in the default location, while they actually live on another drive. Then restart LM Studio
LM Studio does have a one-click "Change Download Folder" button inside the Settings UI yet. However, you can change it easily using a symbolic link (symlink) or by moving the folder and restarting the app. lmstudio change download directory
Alternatively, if you're looking for a more direct method or if the above steps don't apply due to version differences:
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