How to Transfer Files from PC to PC in Windows 10 - Super Easy

Have you bought a new Windows 10 PC and want to migrate your existing files from the old computer to your new computer? Or you have two computers running Windows 10, and you want to transfer data from PC to laptop wirelessly or vice versa. If you are not sure about how to transfer files from PC to PC in Windows 10 easily, here, you can get help with detailed tutorials.

When it comes to transferring data on a PC, the first reaction might be to use an external USB drive. But it's not the best choice for mass or the whole PC data migration due to its limited space and slow transmission speed. So, is there an easier and faster way to transfer files from PC to PC on Windows 10? On this page, you can learn two direct ways to transfer files from one computer to another by using a 1-click PC data transfer software and the Nearby sharing feature on a Windows computer.

How to Transfer Files from PC to PC on Windows 10

To transfer files from PC to PC over the internet, using WiFi is the easiest way. EaseUS Todo PCTrans Free, an easy PC data transfer software, helps to move your data, applications, and account settings from one PC to another in one click in Windows 10/8/7.

This free PC transfer program provides you with three easy transfer ways to achieve different transmission purposes.

• PC to PC: You can use this feature to transfer files via the network connection. Connect two Windows laptops/PCs by IP in the same LAN and move your files, apps & accounts off the old PC to a new one.
• Image Transfer: You can use this mode to transfer files from PC to PC without the internet. Make images of files, folders, or software on the previous computer and transfer them to the next one. It also works as a backup.
• App Migration: You can use the App Migration of this tool to copy installed software from one disk to another locally and free up space to resolve low disk space issues. 

Now, download EaseUS Todo PCTrans Free and follow the steps below to start transferring files between two PCs effortlessly.

Step 1. Set Up the Old PC

• First, install and launch EaseUS Todo PCTrans and select Data Transfer on the left panel of the main interface.

• Select "Transfer Directly" and click "Next" to continue. 

Step 2. Set Up the New PC

• Download and launch EaseUS Todo PCTrans on the new computer; select "This is New PC" and click "Next".

• Select "Transfer directly" and click "Next" to continue. 
• Select "Network" and click Next to continue. This will automatically scan the old PC. (Make sure the two PCs are connected to the same LAN.)

• Select the target PC and click Connect. Then, it will take some time to scan and analyze the data in old PC.

Step 3. Select the Files to Transfer

• Finally, on the new PC, select the Files tab, select the files you need to transfer. Then, click "Transfer" to start.

Below is a tutorial video containing eight solid ways of transferring files between laptops:

How to Transfer Files from PC to PC Using Nearby Sharing in Windows 10

The Windows 10 April 10, 2018 update (version 1803) introduces the "Nearby sharing" feature that allows you to quickly and wirelessly transfer files and links to nearby devices using Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. 

How to Enable Nearby Sharing

By default, the Nearby sharing is enabled on Windows 10 after installing the April 2018 Update. If not, you can manually turn it on using the Settings app.

1. Open "Settings". Click on "System" > "Shared experiences."

2. Turn on the "Nearby sharing" toggle switch. Under "I can share or receive content," you can select share files with "Everyone nearby" or "My devices only". Besides, you can click the "Change" button to set the location to save transfers.

How to Transfer Files Using Nearby Sharing on Windows 10

1. Open File Explorer.

2. Right-click the file you want to share.

3. Click the "Share" option.

4. Select the device from the list.

To ensure a successful transfer with Nearby sharing, you need to make sure the two PCs have Bluetooth and are within Bluetooth range. Also, both computers should run at least the Windows 10 April 2018 Update. If neither of your computers meets these requirements or one of them doesn't, go back to the previous method and move data with EaseUS PC-to-PC transfer application.

More FAQs About File Transfer in Windows 10

How to transfer files from laptop to laptop in Windows 10?

You can transfer files from one laptop to another with or without WiFi. We provide you with eight practical solutions, all to move data between two laptops. Read on and choose the one that works best for you.

Can you transfer files from PC to PC with a USB cable?

Yes, you can connect two PCs and laptops via a USB cable for fast data transfer. To do so, you need a USB-to-USB bridging cable or USB networking cable, which has a small electronic circuit in the middle, allowing the two PCs to talk to each other. Once the two PCs are connected successfully through the USB cable, you can quickly transfer files from one computer to another. Learn details on how to transfer files from PC to PC with USB. 

How to transfer files from an old PC to a new PC in Windows 10?

What is the best way to transfer files from an old PC to a new one in Windows 10/8/7? Actually, there are many ways feasible to make it. Go to the topic page on transferring files from old PC to new PC in Windows 10 and learn the top 7 methods to get things done.