How to Transfer Data, Files, and Folders from One Computer to Another

"I recently bought a new laptop, but before I part with my old one, I need to transfer all my files to the new computer. I know I can do this using copy and paste via an external USB drive or hard disk. However, the issue is that there are many large files and folders, and manually transferring data could take a long time. So, is there a simpler way to transfer files from one computer to another? Please help! I'm using Windows 10."

Here is a quick guide:

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Use a data transfer program to send files from one computer to another over Wi-Fi or the internet: Transfer files with wireless network or internet tools

Send files from one PC to another using Nearby Sharing over WiFi or the internet

Two Other Ways to Transfer Files PC-to-PC

Transfer files between computers using a data transfer app over WiFi or the internet

In this case, you may want to find the best way to transfer files to your new computer. So, is there any direct program that can help you move data between two PCs? Yes, there are some tools that can assist you. They allow you to transfer folders, files (including music, documents, videos, photos, etc.), as well as programs and settings from one Windows 10/8/7 PC to another with just a few clicks via WiFi, Internet, or by creating an image file.

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Step 1: Launch Todo PCTrans on both computers. Choose "PC to PC" to proceed.

Step 2: Make sure you have selected the correct transfer direction.

"New" - Transfer data from an old computer to the current new one.

"Old one" - Transfer data from your current old computer to a new one remotely.

Step 3. Enter the target computer's password or verification code to connect the two computers over the network. Make sure you've selected the correct transfer direction, then click "Connect" to proceed.

The captcha is located in the upper-right corner of the “Computer to Computer” main screen on the controlled computer.

Transfer Files from PC to PC - Step 2

Step 4: Next, hit the “File” tab to select the files you want to transfer. Choose specific files as per your requirement. Also, you can click on the edit icon to customize the storage path for transferred data.

Transfer Files from PC to PC - Step 1

Click “Transfer” to start sending the files from your computer to the other one. Depending on the file size, this may take some time, so be patient.

Transfer files from PC to PC - Step 5

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Send files from your PC to another PC with Nearby Sharing over Wi-Fi or the internet

You might have heard that HomeGroup is removed from Windows 10. But Nearest Share still works on Windows 10, version 1803. You can use it to share data from one computer to another.

Detailed guide on how to transfer files from PC to PC using WiFi:

1. Go to Settings > System > Shared experiences > Nearby sharing.

Step 2. Under "Nearby Sharing," select "Everyone nearby." This will let you share or receive files from any nearby computers.

Step 3: Open the "File Manager," long-press the file you want to transfer, select "Share," and then choose the device.

Other PC-to-PC Options

You can copy and paste the files to a USB flash drive or external hard drive. You can also use a cloud storage service, like OneDrive or Dropbox, to transfer files quickly between computers.

1. Transfer data files from one computer to another using USB through copy and paste.

As you know, copy and paste is the most common way to transfer files between two computers. Without using any data transfer software, all you need to do is connect a large enough USB drive or external hard drive to your old PC, drag and drop (or copy and paste) all the needed files from the old computer onto the drive, unplug it from the old computer, plug it into the new one, and move the files over. This method is very popular due to its free nature.

But, for large volumes of files, it can be a time-consuming and labor-intensive process that may not help as much as you'd hope.

2. Transfer files from one computer to another using OneDrive, Dropbox, or another cloud storage system.

Using a cloud storage system to transfer files between computers is another common method. Cloud drives have no device restrictions, so you can view your files on any device. However, uploading large files to OneDrive or Dropbox can eat into your cloud storage space.

Step 1: Upload your files to OneDrive.

Open OneDrive and select “Add.” The file will save to your OneDrive account.

Step 2: Download the file on another computer.

On another computer, you can enable OneDrive, right-click a file, and choose Download.

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