# Chapter 3. Onscreen Fundamentals

# 3.1. Setting the Archive Directory

Ark will automatically remember your archive dir. You must first set it via "Set Archive Directory" from the options menu. Enter the full path, such as, "/home/rob/dloads". To quickly go to this directory when ark is running, click on the home icon on the toolbar. A listing of all files in the archive directory will then be shown. Click on an archive to open it.