How do you stop downloads in ps4

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However, like other gaming consoles, the PS4 is plagued with automatically downloading multiple items and updates at the same time. So, if you recently picked up a new game, but a game you previously installed needs a 40 GB patch before you can play, it is going to be a while before you can enjoy the game. Thankfully, there is a way for you to control which items download on your PS4.

Here's how you can pause a download on a PS4. Boot up your PS4 , or head to your PlayStation menu if your console is already on by clicking the PlayStation button on the center of your controller.

Push up on the left thumbstick or pressing up on the d-pad and press the X button on "Notifications. You'll see several notifications — click on the one that says "Downloads. Select the download s that you wish to pause by hitting X on your controller to open a new page, then hit X again to pause the download.

Now your download has been paused. If you are ready to resume downloading that particular item, you can repeat step four above and resume the same download you paused. For you. World globe An icon of the world globe, indicating different international options.

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