Windows 10: How do you transfer files from one WIndows laptop to another Windows laptop?

Hello!I bought a new laptop a few months ago and want to know how to transfer files from my old one. I thought that a double ended USB cable could do it, then read online that an Ethernet/LAN cable could do it. I ordered an Ethernet cable and a USB adapter that arrived today. I connected my laptops with the cable but didn't see anything new in File Explorer, under Computer, so apparently there is more that needs to be done. Can someone please give me a step-by-step guide on what I need to do?Please make it Step-By-Step! Thank you to anyone who tries to help me!

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USB Transfer to Laptop

Hello Judy,

I suggest you to copy all the files to a flash drive from the laptop.
You may create a new folder on your desktop and name that folder as per your choice.

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  Perform the steps to transfer the files from laptop to desktop.
  
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  Plug in the flash drive and wait for it to get detected.
  
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  Now, open the flash drive and Right Click on the files that you want to transfer and select “Copy”.
  
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  Now, open the folder on desktop and Right Click on an empty space in the folder and select “Paste”.
  
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  Similarly, you can transfer all other files.
  

As per the file size you can also use an external drive instead of a flash drive and transfer the data.



Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help.

 

Win 10 file transfer hanging up between laptops

Hello PABresler,



Thank you for reaching out with the issue you're facing while trying to transfer files between laptops over a network. It's important to have a smooth file transfer process, and I'm here to help you with some suggestions. To better assist you, I'd like to gather a bit more information:

1. Are you transferring a large number of files or a few specific files that are causing the issue?
   
2. Have you observed any specific pattern regarding which files are causing the "file already present" message?
   
3. Are both laptops connected to the same network (e.g., same Wi-Fi network or Ethernet)?
   
4. Are you trying to transfer the files from one laptop to another directly, or are you using a shared network folder or any cloud-storage software like OneDrive?
   
5. Have you encountered any error messages or specific details when the transfer process hangs up?
   

Additionally, please provide the following details:

• The make and model of both laptops.
  
• The version of Windows (e.g., Press and Hold Windows+R > Type winver.exe) running on each laptop.
  

To help you troubleshoot the issue, consider the following steps:

• Instead of using the copy and paste method, try using the built-in "File History" tool for a more streamlined transfer process.
  
• Make sure that both laptops are connected to the same network and that network sharing is enabled.
  
• Ensure that the folders you're trying to copy from are not set to "read-only" mode.
  
• If the issue persists, you might want to check if any third-party antivirus or firewall software on either laptop is interfering with the file transfer process.
  
• If you're open to using other methods for transferring files, you could consider using a USB flash drive, an external hard drive, or cloud storage services like OneDrive as alternatives.
  

Please provide the additional details requested above, and we'll work together to find a solution to the file transfer issue.

Best regards,



Chandy |Microsoft Community Support Specialist

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* Your patience and cooperation are highly appreciated.

 

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