How to transfer large amounts of data between Macs quickly If you have massive amounts of data to move from one Mac to another, file sharing over Wi-Fi may not be the best approach. I have introduced you to the concept of switching between open apps and switching between tabs in any given app that uses tabbed browsing. If you want to go further, Envato Market offers a range of Mac apps and utilities to help you use your Mac even more efficiently. In Mac OS X El Capitan, is there a shortcut to move full screen apps between monitors? My current method is first bringing the app out of full screen mode, then drag it to the second monitor and then maximize it again. I wish there was a shortcut to just move it from monitor 1 to monitor 2. Mac apps are great in the sense that they are mostly portable—all you need to migrate an app is drag it from one computer to the other (with a few exceptions: bigger apps like Final Cut or Adobe.
Migration Assistant copies all of your files from your old Mac to your new Mac so that you don't have to copy them manually.
- If your files are currently on a PC, follow the PC migration steps instead.
- If you're moving content from a Time Machine backup, follow the steps to restore your Mac from a backup instead.
Get ready
- Install all available software updates on both computers. If your old Mac isn't using OS X Lion or later, and your new Mac isn't using OS X Mavericks or later, follow the Mountain Lion migration steps instead.
- If both computers are using macOS Sierra or later, place them near each other with Wi-Fi turned on. If either one is using OS X El Capitan or earlier, make sure that both are on the same network.
- On your old Mac, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Sharing. Make sure that a name appears in the Computer Name field.
Use Migration Assistant
You're now ready to use Migration Assistant to move your files from the old Mac to the new one.
On your new Mac
- Open Migration Assistant, which is in the Utilities folder of your Applications folder. Then click Continue.
- When asked how you want to transfer your information, select the option to transfer from a Mac, Time Machine backup, or startup disk. Then click Continue.
On your old Mac
- Open Migration Assistant, then click Continue.
- When asked how you want to transfer your information, select the option to transfer to another Mac. Then click Continue.
On your new Mac
When asked to select a Mac, Time Machine backup, or other startup disk, select the other Mac. Then click Continue.
On your old Mac
If you see a security code, make sure that it's the same code shown on your new Mac. Then click Continue.
On your new Mac
- Select the information to transfer.
In this example, John Appleseed is a macOS user account. If it has the same name as an account already on your new Mac, you're prompted to either rename the old account or replace the one on your new Mac. If you rename, the old account will appear as a separate user on your new Mac, with a separate home folder and login. If you replace, the old account will delete and then replace the account on your new Mac, including everything in its home folder. - Click Continue to start the transfer. Large transfers might need several hours to complete.
- After Migration Assistant is done, log in to the migrated account on your new Mac to see its files.
If you're not keeping your old Mac, learn what to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your old Mac.
Everything about iPhone is designed to be easy. That includes switching to one. With just a few steps, you can migrate your content automatically and securely from your Android phone with the Move to iOS app. Or visit an Apple Store — we’ll help you move to your new iPhone and get you all set up. Either way, it couldn’t be simpler.
- Contacts
- Message history
- Camera photos and videos
- Web bookmarks
The Move to iOS app transfers your content for you.
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No need to save your stuff elsewhere before switching from Android.
The Move to iOS app securely transfers your content for you.
The Move to iOS app securely transfers your content for you.
Step 1Download the Move to iOS app on your Android device.
Start by downloading Move to iOS from the Google Play store. The app is supported on all phones and tablets running Android 4.0 and later.
Step 2Transfer your content easily and safely over Wi‑Fi.
When you choose to migrate your data, your new iPhone will create a private Wi‑Fi network and find your nearby Android device running Move to iOS. After you enter a security code, it will begin transferring your content and put it in the right places. Just like that.
Step 3Get started with your new iPhone.
Once your content has been transferred, you’re ready to get going. iOS will set up your default mail account and automatically add any free apps you already own. For paid Android apps, you can purchase them if they’re available on the App Store.
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Get support for your iPhoneVisit an Apple Store for personal setup.
The Apple Store is the best place to buy and set up your new iPhone. You can purchase with the iPhone Upgrade Program and get a new unlocked iPhone every year with AppleCare+ protection included. You can also choose a prepaid plan or select a contract with carrier discount and upgrade options to suit you. We’ll help you transfer data from your old Android device, and we can even get you started with iCloud and help you download apps from the App Store.
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Find a store
Learn more about the iPhone Upgrade Program
Learn more about the iPhone Upgrade Program