USB flash drives are perfect for transferring files between devices. They can also help free up disk space on your computer. If you're an avid gamer, your PC's hard drive might be filled with game files. You can install some games that you don't play frequently onto a flash drive, provided you get one with sufficient memory.

You can simply insert the Pendrive into a USB port and transfer the games back to the computer when you're ready to play them. But first, you should know how to copy games from PC to USB.

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Copy Games from PC to USB/Pen Drive Method 1. Copy Games from PC to USB with PC Data Transfer Software; Method 2. Copy Games to USB Flash Drive using Copy-and-Paste...Full instructions
Transfer Games from One PC to Another Step 1. Run Todo PCTrans on both computers...Full steps

How to Copy Games from PC to USB/Pen Drive in Two Methods

Can games be transferred to a USB drive? Yes, most games can be stored on a USB flash drive and run directly from it. The process is relatively simple and requires basic computer literacy. To learn how to copy games from a PC to a USB drive, continue reading the article for more information!

Method 1: Transfer Games from PC to USB with PC Data Transfer Software in One Click

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Discover all the remarkable features for a smooth transition. Moving games to an external hard drive is effortless with a PC game mover like Todo PCTrans. This professional software enables you to alter the installation location of programs, such as shifting them from the C drive to the D drive. This PC game mover tool effectively solves the question of how to transfer games to an external hard disk.

This software can be downloaded and run directly to help you move games or apps from a PC to an external hard drive.

Step 1. Connect an empty USB drive to your computer and launch tools Todo PCTrans.

Click "App Migration" on the main screen, and then click "Start" to proceed.

choose transfer mode

Step 2. Select applications, programs, and software to transfer Translate this into English: Step 2. Choose the applications, programs, and software to transfer

First, choose the source partition where you installed apps and check the programs marked with "Yes" that you want to move to your USB drive.

Next, click the triangle icon to select the USB as your destination for moving the chosen programs without needing to reinstall them.

select programs and target USB to transfer

Step 3. Transfer and move selected apps, programs, and software to USB This step involves transferring the chosen applications, programs, and software to a USB drive. Here's a general outline of the process: 1. **Connect the USB drive**: Plug the USB drive into an available USB port on your computer. 2. **Backup apps and data (optional)**: If you want to keep a backup of your apps and their data, use a program like "Programs and Features" in Windows or "AppCleaner" for macOS to create a backup before proceeding. 3. **Identify app installation files**: For installed programs, the installation files are usually located in the "Program Files" folder on Windows or "Applications" folder on macOS. Note that some apps might store additional files in other locations. 4. **Copy app files**: Navigate to the installation folders and copy all the necessary files and folders to your USB drive. Be careful not to miss any dependencies or configuration files. 5. **Package portable apps (if needed)**: Some applications come in portable versions, meaning they can run directly from a USB drive without installation. If you have the portable version, simply copy the app's folder to the USB drive. If you need to make an existing app portable, you may use tools like "PortableApps Platform" for Windows or "The Unarchiver" for macOS to repackage the app. 6. **Transfer software installers**: If you have software installers (.exe for Windows, .dmg or .pkg for macOS), copy them to the USB drive as well. These files allow you to reinstall the software on another device. 7. **Organize the USB drive**: Create separate folders on the USB drive to keep the apps, programs, and software installers organized. 8. **Verify the transfer**: Double-check that all the required files and installers are present on the USB drive before detaching it. Remember, not all applications can be transferred this way, and some might require activation or licensing on the target device. Also, keep in mind that performance might vary when running apps from a USB drive due to its potentially slower read/write speed compared to a hard drive.

点击“转移”开始转移过程,并等待其完成。

rinish the transferring

Note: 1. After the transfer, restart your PC if needed. You can then run the transferred programs from your USB drive without reinstallation.

2. You can only run and launch transferred programs from the USB on your source PC. They won't work on other computers.

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Step 1. Insert the flash drive into an open USB port on a computer. In the AutoPlay pop-up window, select "Open folder to view files."

Step 2. Navigate to the game files you want to transfer to the flash drive and select them. While selecting additional files, hold down the "Ctrl" button on your keyboard while clicking on the desired files.

Step 3. While holding down the mouse button, drag the selected game files to the flash drive folder by clicking on one of the highlighted files.

Wait for the complete file transfer before closing the flash drive folder. At the bottom of the screen, in the system tray, click on the "Safely Remove Hardware" icon. Before removing the flash drive from the USB port, make sure to select it and wait for the system to indicate that it is safe to do so.

Even if the process works, you risk copying over some system files that could cause your games to crash. So why not stick with the good old method of copying and transferring games from your PC to a USB or external hard drive? It's recommended to use tools like Todo PCTrans for seamless game sharing.

How to Transfer Games from One PC to Another Without Redownloading

Aside from moving applications from a PC to a USB/external hard drive, you can also utilize PC data transfer software to transfer games from one PC to another. This way, you don't need to redownload and reinstall the game. The tool seamlessly transfers all your information between two laptops or PCs.

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    1. Safely迁移所有内容:您可以使用这款免费工具将软件、数据、设置甚至用户配置从旧电脑转移到新电脑。
    2. 自动且快速:当您首次开启新电脑时,所有应用都已经安装好并可供使用。它向您展示如何以最简单的方式加载您的新计算机。
    3. 无需重新安装程序:用户可以立即发送数据,而无需安装软件,这有助于提高工作效率。

Step 1. Run Todo PCTrans on both computers

On the source PC, select "PC to PC" on the main screen of the Todo PCTrans tool and proceed.

select pc to pc transfer mode

Step 2. Select Transfer Direction - From Old to New Computer or Vice Versa

"New" - Transfer all data from the old remote computer to the current new computer.

"Old" - Transfer all data from the current old device to a new computer.

choose transfer direction

Step 3. Connect two computers

1. Choose your target PC to connect by its IP address or device name, then click "Connect."

2. Enter the login password for your target PC and click "OK" to confirm.

If you don't see the target PC in the listed devices, you can also click "Add PC" to manually connect to it by entering its IP address or device name.

connect two PCs

Step 4. Select apps, programs, and software to transfer to the target computer

1. You can select and choose what you want to transfer from the current computer to the target PC.

2. After choosing the desired apps and programs, click "Transfer" to commence the transfer process.

select apps to transfer from PC to PC

Conclusion

Copying a game may seem straightforward, but there's no guarantee it will work properly. Utilizing third-party software remains a feasible option.

Todo PCTrans is a straightforward PC migration tool that enables you to transfer data, applications, and accounts from one computer to another or an external device. This transfer utility迁移工具 allows you to move all your desired games or data with just a single click.

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