How to Move Partition in Windows 11/10/8/7

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Updated on Oct 22, 2024

Steps to Move Partition in Windows 11/10:

1. 1. Launch EaseUS Partition Master and choose a partition with free space.
2. 2. Use Resize/Move to drag the partition handle to reduce its size.
3. 3. Right-click the target partition and choose Resize/Move.
4. 4. Drag its handle to merge unallocated space into this partition.
5. 5. Click OK to confirm and Execute the operation.  
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How to Move Partition in Windows 11/10

How can partitions be moved easily in Windows 11/10? I want to move my partition E, which is empty now, behind partition D to enlarge the D drive, which is running out of space now. So how can I complete this job?

Disk Management doesn't support resizing, moving partitions, or reallocating disk space, so users must delete partitions instead of moving partitions. Is there a tool that can directly move partitions to reallocate disk space? 

Sure! A professional partition manager software offered by EaseUS software, EaseUS Partition Master, can help. This tool aims to produce professional solutions for managing partitions under different Windows OS, including Windows 11/10.

Move Partition Space to Extend Drive in Windows 11/10

Step 1. Locate the Target Partition.

Go to Partition Manager, locate the target partition and select "Resize/Move".

Step 2. Extend the Target Partition.

Drag the partition panel rightward or leftward to add the unallocated space into your current partition, or you can click click "fill in all unallocated" to allocate all space to the target partition. Then, click "OK" to confirm.

Extra Option: Get Space from Another Drive

If there is not enough unallocated space on your disk, right-click on a big partition with enough free space, select "Allocate space".

Then select the target partition that you want to extend at the allocate space to column.

Step 3. Execute Operations to Extend Partition.

Drag the dots of the target partition into the unallocated space and click "OK".

Then Click the "Execute Task" button and click "Apply" to keep all the changes. 

See? To move the partition in Windows 11/10 is so easy. You can also apply EaseUS Partition Master to help you solve other partition problems.

Video Tutorial: Resize and Move partition in Windows 11/10

Why Need Move Partition in Windows 11/10

Hi guys, do you know how to move the partition Windows 11/10? Why? According to some computer users' feedback, sometimes it can be annoying when we cannot move the partition in Windows 11/10. But why do we need to move a partition? 

To make full use of computer space while managing partitions. When your computer partitions go out of space, the computer running speed will slow down, and the system will warn you with a "low disk space" notice. To solve such a problem, the basic solution is to extend the partition or increase partition space. Other partition management tasks, including merging, combining, or increasing partition size, all need enough unallocated space. When there is not enough unallocated space right behind the to-be-managed partition, to move a partition that is not allocated yet is exactly what you should do.

Conclusion

In conclusion, moving a Windows 10 partition can be a straightforward process when you have the right tools at your disposal. EaseUS Partition Master is ideal for users looking to manage their partitions efficiently and safely. Its user-friendly interface simplifies complex operations, allowing users to move partitions, resize them, and optimize disk space without the risk of data loss.

Whether you're looking to reorganize your disk layout or free up space for better performance, EaseUS Partition Master is the go-to tool for effectively achieving your partition management goals.

FAQs of How to Move Partition in Windows 10

Here are some frequently asked questions about moving partitions in Windows 10:

1. Can I move partitions using the built-in Diskpart tool in Windows 10?

No, you cannot move partitions to the end of the disk using Diskpart commands, as no "Move" command is available. Diskpart is a disk partitioning utility that allows formatting, enabling, and creating partitions but cannot move them directly.

2. What is the best tool to move partitions in Windows 10?

EaseUS Partition Master is widely considered one of the best tools for moving partitions in Windows 10. Its key advantages include:

• User-friendly interface that simplifies even complex partition management operations
• Ability to move partitions without data loss
• Guaranteed 24/7 technical support
• Comprehensive risk management features beyond just moving partitions

3. Can I move partitions without losing data?

Yes, modern partition management tools like EaseUS Partition Master allow moving partitions without data loss. However, it's still recommended to back up important data as a precaution before performing any disk management operations. In summary, EaseUS Partition Master is the ideal choice for safely and efficiently moving partitions in Windows 10 to optimize disk layout and fix common partition management issues.