To download means to transfer a file or data from the Internet, a remote computer, or another device to your own computer or storage system. In digital photography, downloading often refers to transferring images from a digital camera, memory card, or cloud storage to a computer using a cable, card reader, or wireless connection.
The opposite process is called uploading, which involves sending files from your computer to another device, server, or online platform. Understanding the distinction between downloading and uploading is essential for managing digital images, backing up work, and sharing photographs efficiently.