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German Phrase

Dann wähle 'Herunterladen' aus.

/dan ˈvɛːlə ˈhɛʁtɐˌlaːdn̩ aʊs/
Meaning"Then select 'Download'."
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Meaning

The sentence tells the listener to select the button or option labeled 'Herunterladen' after a previous step. It is a typical instruction in software or web‑based tutorials.

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When to use

Use this phrase when guiding someone through a digital process, such as installing software, downloading a file, or navigating a website. It works well in informal spoken instructions or in written step‑by‑step guides.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Dannwähle'Herunterladen'aus

1

Dann

An adverb meaning 'then' or 'next', used to sequence actions.

2

wähle (imperative)

Second‑person singular imperative of the verb wählen; the base form is wählen (to choose/select).

3

aus‑ (separable prefix)

The verb auswählen is separable; in the imperative the prefix moves to the end of the clause (wähle … aus).

4

'Herunterladen'

A noun formed from the verb herunterladen (to download); placed in quotation marks because it is the label of a button.

🗨In Conversation

A

Wie bekomme ich die Datei?

How do I get the file?

Dann wähle 'Herunterladen' aus.

Then select 'Download'.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Dann wähle aus 'Herunterladen'.

    The separable prefix must follow the object, not precede it; correct order is wähle … aus.

  • Dann wähle 'Herunterladen'.

    Missing the prefix 'aus' changes the meaning; auswählen specifically means to select an option.

  • Dann wählen Sie 'Herunterladen' aus.

    This is formally correct but switches to the polite 'Sie' form; keep the same level of formality throughout the tutorial.

↔Alternatives

  • Klicke dann auf 'Herunterladen'.

    Then click on 'Download'.

  • Drücke dann 'Herunterladen'.

    Then press 'Download'.

  • Wähle anschließend 'Herunterladen' aus.

    Select 'Download' afterwards.

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Cultural Tip

In German user interfaces the word 'Herunterladen' is the standard label for a download button. The separable verb auswählen is very common in instructions; remember that the prefix (aus) always moves to the end in the imperative, which can feel odd to English speakers. Also, German tends to keep the quotation marks around UI labels to make it clear you are referring to the exact button text.