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

Can I move partition in Disk Management? No. Windows Disk Management doesn't allow moving partitions directly. To move a partition, you need to use a third-party partition management tool such as EaseUS Partition Master.

Check the general outline of how to move a partition using a third-party tool:

1. 1. Backup Data: Before moving your partitions, it's crucial to back up important data in advance.
2. 2. Download and Install a Partition Manager: Select and download a reliable tool like EaseUS Partition Master.
3. 3. Boot into the Partition Manager Software: Some tool requires you to boot from a bootable USB drive. (Optional)
4. 4. Locate and Select the Partition: Identify the target partition you want to move.
5. 5. Resize/Move: Move Windows 11/10 partition with the partition manager. This may involve dragging the partition to a new location or shrinking /extending it.
6. 6. Apply Changes: Apply the changes you have made to the target partition.
7. 7. Test and Verify: Restart PC (if necessary) and verify if the partition has been moved as expected.

How to move a partition on Windows 11/10? Why can't I move the partition on Windows 11? EaseUS Software noticed many user cases on various forums:

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To help move a partition and explain why you can't move a partition in Disk Management, EaseUS offers a full guide in this post. Before getting started, make sure you have read the notice below to help the process go more smoothly.

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.

• ✔️Support moving the recovery partition while Windows Disk Management can't
• ✔️Support Windows 11/10/8/7/XP/Vista
• ✔️Support preview before you make any changes
• ✔️Move partitions without data loss
• ✔️One-click to free up space on the C drive
• ✔️Quickly merge C and D drive to solve C drive full error

Now, follow the following guide to move a partition on Windows.

Move Partition Space to Extend Drive in Windows 11/10

Step 1. Locate the Target Partition.

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

Step 2. Resize/Move the Target Partition.

• Move Partition: Put the mouse on the Z partition and drag it rightwards until the end. And click "OK" to confirm. And you can see the Z partition and the unallocated space have exchanged their positions; the unallocated space is adjacent to the C drive and right behind the C drive. 

• Resize Partition: You can also right-click the C drive or another partition you want to resize(I use E drive as an example here); then, drag the partition panel rightward or leftward to directly add the unallocated space into the target partition, or you can 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

Step 1. If there is not enough unallocated space on your disk, right-click on a big partition with enough free space, select "Allocate space".

Step 2. Then select the target partition that you want to extend at the allocate space to column.

Step 3. Drag the dots of the target partition into the unallocated space and click "OK".

Step 4. Then Click the "Execute Task" button and click "Apply" to keep all the changes. 

See? Moving the partition in Windows 11/10 is so easy. You can use it to move the partition blocking the way, for example, you can move recovery partition to the end of the disk to merge C and D drive. 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 Can't Move Partition?

Need to extend your partition? If there's no unallocated space right beside it, you'll need to move another partition first. However, sometimes, users report that they can't move a partition.

Here are the most common reasons why you might not be able to move a partition:

🔒 1. The Partition Is a System/Boot Partition

📐 2. Unallocated Space Is Not Adjacent

⚙️ 3. Disk Type Limitations: GPT vs MBR

• On GPT disks, partitions like EFI or Recovery have special roles and are protected.
• On MBR disks, you may face primary/logical partition restrictions.

🔍 To check your disk type: Right-click "This PC" > Manage > Disk Management > Right-click on the disk >Properties.

🧱 4. Partition Is in Use

• If a partition is being accessed by the system or a running program, it can't be moved.

🚫 5. Recovery Partition Blocking the Way

• A small hidden Recovery Partition can block movement between two visible partitions.
• It must be deleted or repositioned using advanced tools.

✅ Need Help?

🛠️ EaseUS Partition Master can intelligently detect these issues and offer solutions and prompts in advance.

Why Need to Move Partition in Windows 11/10

Hi guys, do you know how to move the partition in 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 run out of space, the computer's 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 10/11

Here are some frequently asked questions about moving partitions in Windows 10/11. Check them to learn more info about the Windows 11 move partition.

1. How to move the recovery partition on Windows 11/10?

Windows Disk Management doesn’t support moving, deleting, or formatting the recovery partition. Hence, to move the recovery partition on Windows, you will need third-party software like EaseUS Partition Master.

2. 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.

3. 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

4. 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.