How to Download on Github
- George Apostolov
How to Download on Github: step-by-step guide
Navigate to the specific file you want to download.
Click on the file to open it.
Click on the 'Raw' button to view the raw content of the file.
Click 'Download raw file' to download on Github.
Quick answer: To download on GitHub, navigate to the specific file, click to open it, select the 'Raw' button to view the raw content, and then click 'Download raw file' to complete the download process.
About this GitHub tutorial
Save files locally from GitHub by opening the desired document, viewing its raw content, and triggering the file download. This guide shows how to download on Github in 4 steps, starting with "Navigate to the specific file you want to download" and finishing with "Click 'Download raw file' to download on Github". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real GitHub interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to download on Github?
4 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your GitHub data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under GitHub. Related guides: How to Find Github ID, How to Find Github Username and How to Fork a Repo in Github. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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