It's by designed that we cannot grant sharing link with custom permission level, only could grant edit, view and can't download permission levels.
To grant sharing link with custom permission level, you need to select the file -> Manage access -> Advanced settings -> Grant permissions -> Invite people -> Select a permission level.
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