: Click Apply . When prompted to move all existing files to the new location, select Yes to ensure your historical downloads are transferred. 2. Transferring Downloads to a New Computer
If your C: drive is full, you can "migrate" the entire default Downloads folder to a secondary internal or external drive.
: Choose a folder on your new drive (e.g., D:\Downloads ) and click Select Folder .
Migrating your downloads—whether they are personal files, large media libraries, or critical software installers—is a common task when upgrading to a new PC or running out of storage space on your primary drive.
: Open File Explorer, right-click the Downloads folder, and select Properties . Change Location : Go to the Location tab and click Move .
When moving to a new device, you have several methods depending on the volume of data. Large volumes (100GB+) Fast, reliable, no internet needed. Cloud Storage Small to medium sets Convenient syncing across devices via OneDrive or Dropbox. PC-to-PC Software Full system moves Moves files plus some settings and apps. Network (LAN) Nearby devices Free and fast on wired connections. Direct PC-to-PC Migration