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Select either to cut or copy the selected file(s).

Once you select a file, you will see Cut and Copy in the toolbar. To copy only one file, select it by clicking on it once. All the files in this folder will now be highlighted. To select all the files in this location, select See more in the top left and then Select all. Locate the folder where your files are saved, and then double-click that folder's icon. Locate the external drive and double-click its corresponding icon. Transfer your files to your new PCĬonnect your external storage device to your new Windows 11 PC. Once you have moved your files onto your external storage device, you'll be able to transfer them onto your new Windows 11 PC.

To remove the device, select Eject before you disconnect the drive from your PC.

Then you'll need to safely remove the drive to ensure no files are lost or corrupted. Verify your files are correct and remove the storage deviceĪfter you have copied or moved your files onto an external storage device, you can verify they're in the right location by browsing the external drive. Make sure to also move files from locations like your Documents, Desktop, Downloads, Favorites, Music, Podcasts, Pictures, and Videos folders. You may need to repeat steps 3 – 5 if you have files stored in multiple locations. Your files and folders will begin copying to your drive. Select your external storage device name from the list of options. Once you have files and folders highlighted, select and hold (or right-click) the folders, then select Show more options > Send to. To copy multiple files, hold CTRL as you select additional files or folders. Locate the files you wish to copy, or the folders where those files are stored. Back up files from your current PC to an external storage deviceĬonnect your external storage device to your current Windows 11 PC. To move files from a Windows 11 PC using an external storage device, follow these instructions.