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When buying a new iMac how do I transfer files from the old Mac

How to transfer files from old computer to new IMac upon purchase?

iMac 27″, macOS 10.13

Posted on Feb 8, 2021 11:02 AM

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Posted on Feb 8, 2021 11:04 AM

Hi maguirekate,


The best way to move your content is using Time Machine restore: Restore your Mac from a backup - Apple Support.

If you do not use Time Machine, you can use Migration Assistant: Move your content to a new Mac - Apple Support.

You can also use an external storage device to Drag and Drop content to the new Mac.


Cheers,


Jack

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Feb 8, 2021 11:04 AM in response to maguirekate

Hi maguirekate,


The best way to move your content is using Time Machine restore: Restore your Mac from a backup - Apple Support.

If you do not use Time Machine, you can use Migration Assistant: Move your content to a new Mac - Apple Support.

You can also use an external storage device to Drag and Drop content to the new Mac.


Cheers,


Jack

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