how lynx processes downloads?

Hi all,
Hope I ask my question clearly.
Also that there is an option adjustment that may solve the problem, it did 
not happen when I used basic html gmail for these links.
Here is the situation.
I get a link, say to a zip file, stored on dropbox, although the 
destination is not the issue.
In alpine, or pine, I agree to view the url, lynx is the associated 
browser, and lynx starts the download process.
However, once done, there is a  lynx temporary file that is trying to 
is the names of the files in the archive, instead of presenting the 
download information page, list  that presents a suggested filename.
I get the same issue in alpine, for some reason, lynx is creating a 
temporary file that impacts the final command to save the downloaded 
content.
Is my question clear?
what setting might impact say getting a zip archive?
Thanks,
Karen