How to Stop a Download on Android?

In Android 4.4 (KitKat) / Galaxy S5, go to Settings > Under Applications section > Application Manager > All.

Look for Download manager.

Force stop, Clear data, and Clear cache.

The simple way to cancel a download in Android Lollipop is to disconnect from any internet connection, ie turn off WiFi or mobile data.

How do I stop a download on my phone?

Method 1 Stopping a File Download

• Open your mobile internet browser. You can use any mobile browser available on Android, such as Chrome, Firefox, or Opera.
• Find the file you want to download on your Android.
• Start your file download.
• Swipe down from the top of your screen.
• Tap the Pause button.
• Tap the Cancel button.

How do I stop a download on Samsung Galaxy s8?

Steps

1. Pull down the notification bar. To do this, swipe down from the top of the home screen. Files being downloaded appear near the top of the screen.
2. Tap the download you want to stop. This opens your browser’s download manager.
3. Tap X on the downloading file. The download will stop immediately.