Unable to find the Default location option

 Unable to find the default storage location option on a phone or tablet

If the Default location option cannot be found in Settings > Storage > Default location, perform the following to troubleshoot:

1 Check whether a memory card is inserted

If not, the Default location option will not be displayed. Insert a valid memory card and try again.

2 Check whether the memory card is password protected

If so, the Default location option will not be displayed. Remove the memory card password and try again. To remove the memory card password:

EMUI 9.X or later and Magic UI 2.X or later: Open Settings and search for and access Unlock memory card.

EMUI 8.X or earlier: Open Settings and search for and access Clear SD card password.

Follow the onscreen instructions to remove the memory card password.

To learn more:

Unable to find the memory card decryption menu in Settings

Unable to set the memory card as the default storage location