How to Transfer Files to a Flash Drive in Windows 10

Although outdated technologies like USB or pen drives are still essential components of our daily computer activities, they provide a quicker method for transferring files between computers compared to other network transfer techniques. The process is straightforward, and we will present four tools here to move files from a computer to a USB flash drive:

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Hint: All the methods mentioned above - Copy and Paste, Drag and Drop, and send to methods - are only suitable for transferring a small number of files. If you want to transfer large files in batches or quickly move all files to a USB, it is recommended to use a professional and free data transfer program - Todo PCTrans tool.

How to Transfer Files from Laptop/Computer to a USB Flash Drive

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- A healthy USB drive with enough storage capacity - A computer that is currently running with the files you wish to transfer - Connect the USB drive to your computer and ensure that it is recognized by the computer - Find the files you intend to transfer

Here are four methods you can follow to transfer files to a flash drive:

Method 1: Using a File Transfer Tool

Relying on a dependable PC data transfer tool can simplify complex computing operations. The utility Todo PCTrans allows all Windows users to transfer files, applications, user accounts, and settings to computers, laptops, and external flash drives with just a few clicks.

Steps to transfer files to a USB flash drive using file transfer software: 1. Download and install a reliable file transfer software, such as tools Todo Backup or AnyTrans. 2. Launch the software on your computer. 3. Connect the USB flash drive to your computer's USB port. 4. In the software interface, locate the option for file transfer or device management. 5. Select the files or folders you wish to transfer from your computer to the USB drive. 6. Choose the destination as the connected USB flash drive. 7. Review the selected files and confirm the transfer process. 8. Wait for the transfer to complete. This may take some time depending on the size of the files. 9. Once the transfer is finished, safely eject the USB drive from your computer to prevent data loss. 10. Now, you can disconnect the USB drive and use it on another device with the transferred files.

**Step 1. Create a backup file.**

1. Connect your USB (flash) drive or external hard drive to your source computer. Launch Todo PCTrans, and click "Backup & Restore > Start" on the main screen.

2. Choose "Data Backup" to proceed.

3. Hover over the "Applications," "Files," and "Accounts" columns to select specific data, apps, etc., then click "Backup" to create a backup file.

< strong >Step 2. Recover using the created backup file.

1. Plug in the USB drive containing the created backup file to the destination PC.

Make sure the target PC has Todo PCTrans. Open PCTransImage and double-click the backup file. If not, click PCTrans_setup.exe to install this tool.

2. Now, you can select the Applications/Files/Accounts you wish to restore. Click "Restore."

3. Wait for a while, then click "OK" to complete the restoration process.

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Other Features of Todo PCTrans:

Here is a list of features and functions that Todo PCtrans provides for PC data transfer.

• PC to PC Transfer: Switch between PCs and transfer your valuable data between computers. Also read: Share files between two laptops using WiFi.
• Backup & Restore: Create a full backup of your current PC or a partial backup. You can back up your computer data to a USB flash drive as an image to prevent data loss.
• App Migration: Free up space on your system drive by moving installed apps to another drive. For instance: Transfer programs from C drive to D drive.

Method 2: Copy and Paste Files to USB

Copy and Paste is one of the oldest techniques in Windows, where you use the mouse or keyboard to copy files and subsequently paste them into the desired location.

1. Transfer to USB using Copy and Paste via Right-Click

Step 1. Open Windows Explorer and navigate to the location from which you want to copy the files.

Step 2. Use a left-click to select the files you wish to copy. If you don't want to choose all files in a row, you can use Ctrl + Left-click to select specific files.

Step 3. After that, right-click and choose 'Copy' from the options. Then, head over to the Flash Drive, which you can see in Windows Explorer.

Step 4. Double-click on the Flash drive to open it, then right-click on any empty space and choose Paste. This will copy all the files to the flash drive.

?Read More: How to Move Files From C Drive to D Drive

< b > 2. Transfer to USB via Copy and Paste Using Keyboard Shortcuts

Step 1. Navigate to the folder or file location that you want to copy.

Step 2. Use the Tab key to highlight the first folder or file, then use the Shift key to select multiple files. When finished, press Ctrl + C to copy all of them.

Step 3: Press Win + E to open Windows Explorer, then access the flash drive. Navigate to the destination folder where you wish to copy the files, and then press Ctrl + V.

Method 3: Drag and Drop Files to USB This method involves manually transferring files from your computer to the USB drive by simply dragging and dropping them. 1. **Connect the USB Drive:** Plug the USB flash drive into your computer's USB port. 2. **Locate the Files:** Find the files or folders on your computer that you want to transfer. 3. **Open File Explorer:** On Windows, click on the File Explorer icon usually located on the taskbar. On a Mac, click on the Finder icon in the Dock. 4. **Navigate to the USB Drive:** In File Explorer (Windows) or Finder (Mac), locate the USB drive, usually labeled with its brand name or "Removable Disk." 5. **Drag and Drop:** Hold down the left mouse button on the files or folders you want to copy, drag them to the USB drive's window, and release the button. This will initiate the transfer process. 6. **Wait for Transfer to Complete:** Depending on the size of the files, this may take some time. Do not remove the USB drive until the transfer is finished to avoid data loss. 7. **Eject the USB Drive:** Once the transfer is complete, safely eject the USB drive by right-clicking on it in File Explorer (Windows) or using the "Eject" option in Finder (Mac). Remember to always safely eject your USB drive to prevent any potential damage to the data.

Another interesting way to copy files to a flash drive is by using drag and drop. This method involves using the mouse and is relatively straightforward.

Step 1. Using Windows Explorer, first open the flash drive and then the folder or file location you want to copy. Both should be in two separate windows.

Step 2. Use the Win + Left and Win + Right arrow keys to position the windows side by side.

Step 3. Select the files you want to copy, hold down the left click, drag the files, and release the left click when you drop them into the window where the flash drive is displayed.

You should then see the progress of the files being copied to the USB drive. If you found this simple guide helpful, don't forget to share it online to assist more non-technical users in efficiently transferring files to their PCs.

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Another convenient feature in Windows that simplifies transferring files to external devices is the "Send To" option. This feature has been around for a long time and enables you to send files to Bluetooth, email, external drives, and more. You also have the flexibility to add additional destinations to this feature.

Step 1. Open Windows Explorer and navigate to the location of the file you wish to copy.

Step 2. Select the files using drag and draw with the mouse to choose files in a row, or use Shift + Left click to select individual files.

Step 3. Right-click on the files, select "Send to," and then choose the USB drive. This will copy the files to the root folder of the USB drive.

You can also transfer files from a flash drive to a computer. Follow this tutorial for guidance:

How to Transfer Files from Flash Drive to Computer on Windows 10

What should you do if you need to transfer files from a flash drive to a computer using Windows 10? Find the solution in this article.

Conclusion

Transferring files to a flash drive is a routine task that we often undertake. Most users are content with using the built-in file copying methods; however, these can fall short when dealing with more complex tasks. Hence, it's crucial to recognize the need for professional software like Todo PCtrans for efficient data transfer, backup, and moving applications between partitions.