Once you have moved your files onto your external storage device, you'll be able to transfer them onto your new Windows 10 PC.įor another option to transfer files, see Move files off a Windows 7 PC with OneDrive.
To remove the device, select Eject before you disconnect the drive from your PC. Then you'll need to safely remove the drive to ensure no files are lost or corrupted. Verify your files are correct and remove the storage deviceĪfter you have copied or moved your files onto an external storage device, you can verify they're in the right location by browsing the external drive. Note that you may need to repeat steps 3-7 multiple times if you have files stored in multiple locations. This will copy the files you selected earlier onto the drive. Once the drive is highlighted, select Organize > Paste. Now, go to the external drive location by clicking on the corresponding letter of the drive. At the top of the window, select Organize > Copy to copy the files to memory. You can also select folders, and this will select all the files that are stored within them.Īll files you selected should now be highlighted. If you'd like to copy multiple files, hold down the CTRL button as you select additional files. Select the file you wish to copy, but do not open it.
Locate the files you wish to copy, or the folders where your files are stored. Note: Copying files from one location to another will not remove the files from their original locations.Ĭonnect your external storage device to your Windows 7 PC.