(2 Solutions) How to Transfer Photoshop from One Computer to Another

Help! How to Transfer Photoshop to a New Computer Without Reinstalling

Still struggling to find an efficient method to migrate Adobe Photoshop to a new PC through Google search results? Transferring Photoshop isn't as straightforward as relocating other useful programs and applications on your new computer. In this article, we will guide you on how to transfer Photoshop from one computer to another.

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When it comes to the easiest method, we highly recommend the first one. There's no need to worry about wasting time or activating licenses. Fix 1 is designed to save you time and effort during the transfer process. If you prefer a manual approach, Fix 2 can still work, but it is more complicated than method 1.

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Method 1. (Easiest) Transfer Photoshop to a New Computer with Software If you have Adobe Photoshop installed on your old computer and want to move it to a new one, the easiest way is to use the Adobe Creative Cloud desktop application. Here's how: 1. **Sign in to Adobe Creative Cloud on your Old Computer**: Ensure that your Adobe account is active and has a valid subscription for Photoshop. Launch the Creative Cloud app and sign in with your Adobe ID and password. 2. **Download and Install the Creative Cloud Desktop App**: If you don't have it already, download and install the Adobe Creative Cloud desktop app from the official Adobe website (). 3. **Sync Your Settings**: In the Creative Cloud app, click on "Apps" and find Photoshop. Click the "Options" button next to it and select "Manage Files." Make sure "Sync Settings" is enabled, so your preferences and customizations transfer to the new computer. 4. **Sign out of Adobe Creative Cloud**: Before transferring, sign out of the Creative Cloud app on your old computer to ensure a clean installation on the new one. 5. **Transfer Your Installation Files**: Copy the entire Adobe folder, usually located in `C:\Program Files\Adobe`, to an external storage device or upload it to a cloud service. 6. **Install Adobe Creative Cloud on the New Computer**: Download and install the Creative Cloud desktop app on your new computer. 7. **Sign in to Adobe Creative Cloud with the Same Account**: Use the same Adobe ID and password to sign in on the new computer. 8. **Install Photoshop**: In the Creative Cloud app, click on "Apps" and find Photoshop. Click the "Install" button to download and install it. 9. **Restore Your Settings**: After installation, launch Photoshop. Your settings should automatically sync if "Sync Settings" was enabled earlier. Remember that you need an active subscription to use Photoshop on both computers. If you encounter any issues, contact Adobe support for assistance.

This method is the simplest and fastest way to transfer Adobe Photoshop to another computer. All you need to do is download and install the software called Todo PCTrans. It's a powerful Windows PC migration tool provided by Tools Software. It enables you to efficiently transfer installed programs and applications to a new computer without the need for reinstallation with just a few easy steps. You can download and install this software on both of your computers to start transferring desired programs immediately.

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Preparations

• Essential tool: Program transfer software - Todo PCTrans Pro (recommended)
• Operating System: All Windows Operating Systems (Windows 10/8/7/Vista, etc.)
• Steps required for program transfer: 3 easy steps.
• Computers: An old computer with installed programs and a new PC

Details

Let's explore how to migrate your Adobe Photoshop and other useful applications to a new computer without needing to reinstall them:

**Step 1. Connect two computers on the same LAN**

Run the Todo PCTrans tool on both your current computer and the other computer. On the source computer where Adobe is installed, switch to the "PC to PC" mode, and then click "PC to PC".

Connect the new computer to the old PC, enter the account password, or the verification code of the old PC.

**Step 2. Select Adobe to Transfer**

In the "Applications" category, locate the Adobe programs that you plan to move.

This image shows the process of selecting applications to transfer Adobe software from one computer to another.

Step 3. Transfer Adobe from PC to PC

Check the box for the supported Adobe program and click "Transfer." Allow the software to complete the process.

Step 4. Activate Adobe with the product key

Turn to the Product Key main screen of Todo PCTrans, and click "Scan" to find and copy the product key.

Step 5. Save the Product Key

Programs like Adobe Photoshop will be moved to the default location (the C: drive) on your new PC. If you had a shortcut to it on the old computer's desktop, you'll even find that shortcut on the new one. When you transfer Adobe Photoshop to a new computer, the serial number moves with it. However, you'll still need to activate it on the new laptop or PC.

More Options: How to Transfer Photoshop to Another Drive

How can I move Adobe to a USB? How to change the Adobe installation location? Actually, you can easily relocate applications to another drive with the assistance of a tool like Todo PCTrans. It enables you to effortlessly migrate applications from one disk to another locally, thereby freeing up space to resolve low disk space issues.

Step 1. Run the Todo PCTrans tool. (If you want to transfer it to an external hard drive, connect it to your PC before proceeding.)

Step 2. Choose "App Migration", click "Start" > select PS and choose your target destination > Click "Transfer".

Todo PCTrans is a straightforward, wizard-driven tool designed to facilitate data transfer between computers. Whenever you encounter any issues with data migration, you can rely on this utility.

The following section pertains to the manual method of transferring Adobe Photoshop to another computer.

Method 2. (Manual) How to Transfer Photoshop to Another Computer

Transferring Adobe to a new computer is significantly streamlined by the ability to download the software directly from the official website onto the new desktop or laptop. Prior to downloading Adobe, you must first deactivate the older Adobe account, after which you can proceed with the installation on the new computer.

Phrase 1. Deactivate Old Adobe on Previous Computer

• Select "Deactivate" from the "Help" menu in any of your Adobe programs.
• Click "Deactivate Permanently" to permanently deactivate the software.

Phrase 2. Reinstall Photoshop on the new PC.

Step 1. Go to the Creative Cloud apps catalog on the new PC. Find "Photoshop," and click "Download." If you aren't logged in, you'll be prompted to sign in with your Adobe ID and password.

Step 2. The Adobe Creative Cloud desktop app will appear, and it will handle the remainder of the installation process. Monitor your download progress in the status bar located next to the app's name.

Step 3. You can launch Photoshop just like any other app on your computer.

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• Locate the activation key via the "Product Key" feature in the Todo PCTrans tool.
• Search for the activation key sent by the manufacturer and attempt to reactivate the program.
• If unsuccessful, utilize Adobe's online chat support or contact their toll-free number at 800 833 6687. Typically, you can obtain a solution from the manufacturer or service provider.