Lmstudio Change Download Directory __hot__

LM Studio requires a specific folder structure to recognize models. Files must be nested within a publisher/model_name/ structure (e.g., models/TheBloke/Llama-3-GGUF/model.gguf ). Method 2: Move the Entire Home Directory (Advanced)

in the original location that points to the new path.

Before we dive into the steps, let's briefly discuss why you might want to change the download directory in LM Studio: lmstudio change download directory

to ensure all future downloads and existing model lookups point to the new location.

New-Item -ItemType SymbolicLink -Path "C:\Users\[YourName]\.lmstudio" -Target "D:\AI\.lmstudio" LM Studio requires a specific folder structure to

To change the download directory in LM Studio, follow these steps:

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. Before we dive into the steps, let's briefly

(often represented by three dots ... ) next to the current path.

on your desired drive (e.g., an external SSD or a secondary HDD).