How to Transfer Files to a Flash Drive in Windows 10? Here Are 4 Quick Ways!

Though USB or flash drives are an older technology, they remain an important part of our daily computer use. They're a quick way to transfer files from one computer to another, compared to other methods over the network. The process is straightforward, and there are several ways to transfer files from your computer to a USB flash drive.

While using Windows 10, you can transfer your files to a USB flash drive using the following methods:

All three of these methods are built-in, small file transfer tools for Windows. For larger amounts of data between two computers, consider using a PC transfer software, which can be very useful when upgrading or replacing your computer. So, choose the method that suits you best.

How to Transfer Files to a Flash Drive in Windows 10 Using Copy and Paste

Copy and paste is one of the oldest tricks in the Windows book, involving selecting files with the mouse or keyboard and then pasting them into a destination.

1. Copy and paste by right-clicking on files

Step 1. Open File Explorer and navigate to the location of the file you want to copy.

Step 2: Click on the files you wish to copy with your left mouse button. If you don't want to select an entire row of files, you can use Ctrl+left click to select individual files.

Select the files

Step 3: When it's done, right-click the icon and choose “Copy.” Then go to your flash drive, which should be visible in Explorer.

Step 4: Double-click on the flash drive to open it, then right-click in the empty space and select "Paste." This will copy all of the files to your flash drive.

2. Use keyboard shortcuts for copying and pasting

Step 1: Go to the location of the file or folder that you want to copy.

Use the Tab key to highlight the first folder or file, then use Shift to select multiple files. When you're done, press Ctrl+C to copy everything you've selected.

Step 3: Press the Win + E keys to open File Explorer, and then insert your USB drive. Navigate to the location where you want to copy the file, and then press Ctrl + V.

## How to Copy Files onto a Flash Drive Using Drag and Drop On a computer, you can copy files to a flash drive (also called a USB drive or thumb drive) by simply dragging them over. This is especially useful if you need to transfer files between computers. Whether you're using Windows or a Mac, the process takes just seconds. ## Windows 1. **Plug the flash drive into your computer's USB port.** Flip the small switch on the end of the flash drive to unlock it, then plug it into one of your computer's USB ports. Most modern computers have at least one USB port, usually located on the front and back of the case. - If your computer doesn't respond, try plugging the flash drive into another USB port on the computer. 2. **Open the folder that contains the file you want to copy.** Press `Win+E` to open File Explorer. Click “Quick Access” on the left, then double-click the folder you want to copy a file from. For example, if you want to copy a file from the desktop, click “Desktop.” 3. **Select the files you want to copy.** In the folder, click a file, hold down `Ctrl`, then click any other files you want to copy. Hold `Shift` and click files to select multiple files in a row. Hold `Ctrl+A` to select everything in the folder. - You can also right-click a file or folder and select “Copy.” 4. **Navigate to the flash drive.** Click “This PC” on the left side of File Explorer, then double-click the flash drive. Its name will usually be something like “USB Drive” or “My USB Device,” and it'll have a small icon next to it. 5. **Drag the files onto the flash drive.** Drag the selected files onto the window for the flash drive, or press `Ctrl+V` to paste them. The files will instantly copy to the flash drive, and you can safely remove it. ## Mac 1. **Plug the flash drive into your computer's USB port.** Flip the small switch on the end of the flash drive to unlock it, then plug it into one of your Mac's USB ports. Most modern Macs have at least one USB port, usually located on the bottom or back of the screen. - If your Mac doesn't respond, try plugging the flash drive into another USB port on the computer. 2. **Open Finder.** Click the Apple menu in the top-left corner of the screen, then select “Finder.” 3. **Open the folder that contains the file you want to copy.** Click “Go” or “File” in the left sidebar, then double-click the folder you want to copy a file from. For example, if you want to copy a file from the desktop, click “Desktop.” 4. **Select the files you want to copy.** In the Finder window, click a file, hold down `Command`, then click any other files you want to copy. Hold `Shift` and click files to select multiple files in a row. Hold `Command+A` to select everything in the folder. - You can also right-click a file or folder and select “Copy.” 5. **Navigate to the flash drive.** Click “Devices” in the left sidebar, then double-click the name of the flash drive. Its name will usually be something like “USB Drive” or “My USB Device.” 6. **Drag the files onto the flash drive.** Drag the selected files onto the window for the flash drive, or press `Command+V` to paste them. The files will instantly copy to the flash drive, and you can safely remove it. ## Tips - To copy an entire folder to the flash drive, drag the folder itself, or right-click it and select “Copy [Folder Name]” and “Paste [Folder Name].” - You can also right-click the flash drive and select “Erase.” This will erase all the files on the flash drive and restore it to its original state. - If your files are large, it may take a few minutes to copy them to the flash drive. If your computer locks up during the copy process, don't pull out the flash drive, as this could damage the files. Wait for your computer to recover, then try copying the files again. ## Warnings - Don't remove the flash drive without safely ejecting it first, or you might lose data. On Windows, click the flash drive icon in the notification area of the taskbar, then choose “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media.” On a Mac, hover over the flash drive, click the Eject button, then pull out the flash drive.

Another fun way to copy files to a flash drive is by dragging and dropping them. This method is relatively simple and involves using your mouse.

Open Windows Explorer, then open both the flash drive and the file or folder you want to copy. Keep these two windows separate.

Step 2: Use Win+Left Arrow and Win+Right Arrow to snap windows side by side.

Step 3: Select the files you want to copy, hold down the left mouse button, drag the files to the window showing your USB drive on the screen, and release the mouse button.

You should see the transfer progress of the files you dragged and dropped.

Send to Feature to Copy Files to a Flash Drive in Windows 10

Another cool feature in Windows that makes it easy to transfer files to external devices is the “Send To” option. This feature has been around for a long time, and lets you send files to Bluetooth, Mail, external drives, and more. You can also add more locations to this feature.

Step 1: Open the Windows Explorer and locate the position of the file you want to copy.

Step 2: Drag to select a file, or hold down Shift and click to select multiple files.

3. Right-click it, then select "Send to," then "USB drive." This will copy the file to the root folder of your USB drive.

How to Transfer Files to a Flash Drive Using a PC Data Transfer Tool Transferring files from one computer to another or backing up essential data is made easy with the use of a flash drive. With a PC data transfer tool, you can conveniently move files between your computer and the flash drive. Follow these step-by-step instructions: 1. **Acquire a Flash Drive**: First, ensure that you have a USB flash drive available. If needed, purchase a drive with sufficient capacity to store the files you wish to transfer. 2. **Connect the Flash Drive**: Insert the flash drive into your computer's USB port. Most modern computers have USB 3.0 or USB-C ports, which offer faster data transfer speeds. 3. **Choose a Data Transfer Tool**: There are various free and paid data transfer software options available, such as tools Todo Backup, TeraCopy, or FastCopy. Select one based on your needs and preferences. 4. **Install and Launch the Tool**: Visit the official website of the chosen software, download the latest version, and install it following the installation wizard's instructions. Then, launch the program. 5. **Select Source Files**: In the data transfer tool's interface, there should be an option for "Source" or "Files/Folders to Copy." Browse and select the files or folders you want to transfer to the flash drive. 6. **Designate Destination**: In the "Destination" or "Copy To" option, choose your flash drive. Make sure you select the correct drive letter to avoid accidentally copying files to another location. 7. **Start the Transfer**: Click the "Start," "Copy," or "Transfer" button to initiate the file transfer process. Depending on the file size, this may take anywhere from a few minutes to hours. 8. **Monitor Progress**: During the transfer, most tools display a progress bar and estimated remaining time. Do not remove the flash drive before the process completes to prevent damage to the files. 9. **Verify the Files**: After the transfer is complete, safely eject the flash drive from your computer and insert it into another one. Check if the files have transferred correctly and without errors. By following these steps, you can securely and efficiently transfer files to a flash drive using a PC data transfer tool. Always back up important files and regularly check the health of your flash drive.

The copy-paste, drag-and-drop, and send-to methods mentioned above only work for transferring a few files. If you want to transfer many files in bulk or quickly send all your files to a USB, it's recommended to use a professional data transfer program like the Todo PCTrans tool. It can迁移 files, applications, user accounts, and settings between desktops and laptops with just a few clicks, making it easy to copy files between computers and flash drives.

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Here are some features and attributes that make Todo PCtrans a recommended software for PC data transfer:

Data Transfer Tool

• PC to PC Transfer: If you've upgraded to a new computer and need to transfer data between devices, this method is for you. You can use this feature to share files between two laptops over WiFi.
• Backup and Restore: With this method, you can create a full or partial backup of your current PC. Here, you can back up your computer and transfer the image to a USB flash drive to safeguard against data loss.
• App Migration: If you don't have enough space on one drive to store all your applications, this method comes in handy. For instance, you can safely move programs from the C drive to the D drive in Windows 10.

Cleaning Tools: These utilities simplify the process of removing junk files, finding large files and apps, and cleaning your system. An app management tool can be used to remove any files that an app left behind after you uninstalled it from Windows.

Product Key Scanner: It also offers a Product Key Scanner utility. With this software, you can scan your registry and other locations where keys are stored, export, and save them to prevent losing keys in case of a system crash.

Step 1: Create a backup file.

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

Transfer files via Backup and Restore – Step 1

2. Tap "Data Backup" to continue.

Transfer files via Backup and Restore - Step 2

3. Under Applications, User Accounts, and Files, click Edit and select the specific data and apps you want to back up.

Backup and Restore to Transfer Files - Step 3

Step 2. Restore from the backup you just created

1. Insert the USB drive with your backup files into the target computer and open Todo PCTrans. Click on “Backup & Restore > Start > Data Recovery.”

2. Click “Browse” to find the ISO file. Then, select “Restore” and proceed to the next step.

As you can see from the picture - Step 2

3. Here, you can choose the app/file/account that you want to recover.

Or you can click the "Edit" button to flexibly select the specific data for transfer. Click "Finish" to confirm. Also, you can click the edit icon > "Submit", to change the target path for recovery and saving the files.

Transfer files from the image - Step 3

Conclusions

Transferring files to a flash drive is a simple procedure we perform from time to time. Most users are content with using built-in methods to copy files, but these fail when dealing with more complex tasks. Hence, it's essential to understand that you need a professional tool, such as Todo PCtrans, to handle data transfer, backups, and moving apps between partitions.

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