AB Download Manager 1.8.4

AB Download Manager is a free, open-source program for Windows, Mac, and Linux that accelerates file downloads by using multiple connections.

It offers robust resume capabilities for interrupted downloads, and features a modern, user-friendly interface with built-in browser integration for effortless link capture. It supports download queues, scheduling, speed limiting, automatic file categorization, and provides a free, powerful alternative to proprietary download managers.

With this app, you can easily download files from anywhere. Enjoy fast, free downloads with seamless browser extension support.

Its “unique” features include multithreading for faster downloads (up to 500% faster than browser downloads), a scheduling system for download queues, automatic file categorization, built-in virus scanning, browser integration, and a clean, modern UI with dark mode.

Key Features and What Makes it Unique:

• Faster Downloads: Utilizes multiple connections to increase download speed by up to 500%.
• Resume Downloads: Ability to pause and resume interrupted downloads without losing progress.
• Download Queues: Organize and manage multiple downloads sequentially.
• Download Scheduler: Set up automatic start and stop times for download queues.
• Speed Limiter: Control and limit download speeds to prevent impacting network performance.
• Browser Integration: Browser extensions for automatic download link capturing and menu integration.
• Modern UI: Features a simple, modern, and customizable interface with dark mode.
• Organized Downloads: Automatic categorization and custom folder organization for downloaded files.
• Free and Open-Source: Available at no cost and with accessible source code.
• Multiplatform: Offers support for Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems.

How it Benefits Users:

• Streamlines Large Downloads: Ideal for managing large files like software, ISOs, and media.
• Improves Organization: Keeps downloads neatly organized through automatic categorization and custom folders.
• Provides Control: Gives users more control over download processes, including speed and timing.
• Offers a Reliable Alternative: Serves as a powerful, free, and open-source alternative to commercial download managers.

Changes in AB Download Manager 1.8.4:

• In-app browser for Android
• The Android service now tells the user why it is running
• The Add-Multi-Download page can now filter downloads using search and wildcards
• Updated translations
• The Android Foreground Service is now only used when necessary (active downloads, active queues, scheduled queues) and
• automatically stops after inactivity
• Add-Multi-Download page UI/UX improvements
• Random app crashes on some Android devices caused by service-related issues
• Issues with the in-app update feature on some Android devices

Changes in AB Download Manager 1.8.3:

• Ability to sort and remove queue items on Android
• A new shortcut to open the download list from the download progress dialog
• Download table state not saved properly on desktop
• Update related notifications appearing repeatedly on android
• Updated translations
• Settings Page UI improvements on android

Changes in AB Download Manager 1.8.2:

• Resolved issues with the In-App update feature on some android devices
• Disabled notification badges on the launcher icon on android
• The application crashes on some devices (desktops) because of an issue in system theme detection logic
• Updated translations
• Added tooltips for action buttons
• Display selected count in the “Add Multi Download” page on desktop (#970)
• Reduced battery consumption
• Various UI/UX enhancements

Changes in AB Download Manager 1.8.1:

• Fixed Android 10 storage access issue that caused download errors
• Updated translations
• Better support for adaptive icons on Android (#978)
• Improved directory picker on Android (#979)
• Slightly reduced application size

Homepage – https://abdownloadmanager.com/

Multiplatform (Windows / Linux / Mac)

Size: 63.0 MB

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