# How to manually download your client files

This guide walks you through the steps to manually download your client files from Filed. This process is helpful for firms that want to download a backup copy or need to upload client documents manually to their tax software.

1. Log in to your Filed account.
2. Search for your client on your home page and click " **>** " near your client name.
3. On the right panel, you should see a **Download** button.

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> **Note:** If you don't have any documents in Filed, this button will be greyed out.


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