6 Reliable Ways to Transfer Large Files from PC to PC (Guaranteed to Work)

For most people, the easiest way to transfer small files from one computer to another is by using a USB flash drive. For instance, moving around some photos that are 50 MB or 70 MB in size. It's a great way to transfer data or files. However, once you're dealing with large files, especially those that take up a lot of disk space on your computer or server, you'll have to look for alternative methods. So, we've compiled six easy ways to transfer large files from PC to PC.

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This tool will teach you how to transfer large files from one computer to another without the internet. The easiest way is to use an external storage device. But if you don't want to sign up for an account, you can also use the Todo PCTrans tool.

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Tip 1: Transfer files with an external hard drive

This method is appealing because it does not require an Internet connection, and, if you have a fast USB transfer rate, the files can move quickly. The downside is that hard drives have limited capacity, so you may need to purchase a large external device, which can be costly.

The steps for transferring files from one PC to another using an external hard drive are as follows:

Step 1: Connect the external hard drive to the source PC or laptop.

Step 2: Copy the files you want to your external drive.

Step 3: Eject the drive and connect it to another PC or laptop.

Step 4: Copy the file to another computer or laptop.

### Trick 2: Transfer files with a PC-to-PC USB cable

You can also use a computer-to-computer transfer cable to move your files, but this method is only available to Windows 7/XP/Vista users. If you're using Windows 10/8.1/8, skip this method.

The Easy Transfer Cable is designed to work with the Windows Easy Transfer tool, a feature of Windows 7. You plug the cable into a USB port on your old Windows XP or Vista computer, and run the tool on your new Windows 7 machine.

Tip 3: Transfer Large Files from PC to PC Using Todo PCTrans Tool

When it comes to the best way to transfer large files, it's high time to introduce you to a PC to PC transfer software. It allows you to transfer folders/files (including music, documents, videos, photos, etc.) and programs along with their settings from one Windows 10/8/7 computer to another via Wi-Fi, the Internet, or by creating an image file with just a few clicks.

The advantages of this large file transfer tool

• Saves time and effort from copying and pasting files to a new computer.
• Shares more wanted files with the new PC, like programs, software, apps, and even games.
• Prevents data loss and incorrect operations.
• Supports transferring files between computers without the Internet. (You may need this feature if you're transferring some confidential files.)

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Use this method to easily transfer large files from one computer to another.

Step 1: Run Todo PCTrans on both computers. Choose the "PC to PC" option and proceed to the next step.

Transfer Files from PC to PC - Step 1

Step 2. Make sure the transfer direction is correct.

"Transfer from old" - Move data from your old computer to your current new one.

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

Step 3. Connect the two computers over the network by entering the target computer's password or key. 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.

Step 4: Next, click on “Files” to select the files you want to transfer. Choose specific ones as per your need. Also, you can customize the storage path of the data to be transferred by clicking on the “Edit” icon.

Transfer files from PC to PC - Step 1

5. Click “Transfer” to start sending the files from your computer to the other one. The time it takes will depend on the size of the files, so be patient.

Transfer Files from PC to PC - Step 5

To move programs and apps to a new drive on another computer, see Transfer installed programs, apps to new hard drive.

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### Tip 4: Transfer files between computers using cloud storage

In the second part, we'll show you how to transfer large files between computers using OneDrive, Google Drive, and Dropbox.

How to Transfer Large Files with OneDrive

OneDrive provides 5 GB of free storage. If your total file transfer size is greater than 5 GB, you'll need to purchase a premium plan. The time it takes to migrate depends on the size of your large files.

Step 1: Sign in to your OneDrive website.

Step 2 Upload large files.

After logging in, click Upload and select the large file or folder you want to upload.

Step 3: Share the large file with another computer.

2. Right-click the large file and select Share.

2. Type your email address in the Send Link window, and click Send.

How to Transfer Large Files Between Computers with Dropbox

You can transfer large files up to 2 GB for free. For files larger than 2 GB, we recommend using third-party software or purchasing additional storage.

Step 1: Log in to your Dropbox account.

Step 2: Click Upload to upload a large file, then choose Share.

Step 3: Enter your email address, or choose to create a link to download from another computer. You can then download the file from the new computer.

How to Send Large Files Between Computers Using Google Drive

Google Drive comes with 15 GB of storage. If you're running out of space, consider paying for more storage, or try using another program, like Todo PCTrans, to free up space.

Step 1: Go to Google Drive.

Step 2: Click New, then choose Upload file or Upload folder.

Step 3. Click “Get Shared Link” to share large files.

Tip #5: Transfer large files from PC to PC using online websites

There are also online services that let you transfer large files from computer to computer, such as WeTransfer. WeTransfer lets you send files up to 2GB for free.

Step 1 . Add your files or folder.

Step 2: Enter your email address and click Migrate.

Tip 6: Transfer files from PC to PC via email

For webmail accounts like Outlook or Gmail, the total attachment size limit is 20 MB; for Exchange accounts (typical for business email), the default limit for the total size of attachments is 10 MB. This method is good for small files.

Step 1: Enter your own email address as the recipient of the message.

Step 2: Attach the file to the email.

Step 3: Log in to your email account from another computer and download the file.

Transfer files from one computer to another via email

Conclusion

Their free versions come with file-size limits, though, so which one should you pick? Check the table below for more details.

Therefore, considering the price, Todo PCTrans would be the best option for transferring large files, but it is also affected by the network environment (the PC to PC mode requires both computers to be on the same network). If you need to transfer large files across different networks, you can opt for cloud services or online websites.

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