How to Save Facebook Videos to Android Gallery
A downloaded video may be stored in Downloads and not appear immediately in Gallery. This guide explains how to locate and move a compatible MP4 file.
Open Facebook Video DownloaderLocate the MP4 file
- Open Files by Google or your phone’s file manager.
- Open Downloads and find the video file.
- Tap the file to make sure it plays.
Move it to a media folder
- Long-press the file and choose Move or Copy.
- Select Movies, Videos or another folder scanned by your Gallery app.
- Open Gallery again and allow it to refresh its media library.
If the file does not appear
Check that the download completed and that the file extension is .mp4. Restart the Gallery app or device if its media index has not refreshed.
Frequently asked questions
Where do browser downloads go on Android?
Usually to the Downloads folder.
Why is the video in Files but not Gallery?
The Gallery app may not scan Downloads or may not have refreshed its media index.
Can I move the file without another app?
Most Android file managers include Move and Copy options.