c’mon note that this guide assumes you already have an external hard drive connected to your gear.
Refer to the manufacturers instructions if you are unsure about the connection process.
Continue reading to learn how to locate and select your files in iCloud.
Take your time to locate and identify the files you want to transfer.
Continue reading to learn how to grab the files for transfer.
This will automatically select all the files and subfolders within that folder.
Take your time to carefully opt for files you want to transfer.
Continue reading to learn how to complete the file transfer process.
One of the simplest and most intuitive ways to accomplish this is by using the drag-and-drop method.
Depending on the size and number of files you are transferring, the process may take some time.
Be patient and avoid interrupting the transfer process to ensure that all files are successfully transferred.
Repeat these steps if you have additional files or folders you want to transfer to the external hard drive.
This will avoid any potential data corruption or loss.
Continue reading to learn how to safely eject the external hard drive.
This will help ensure a smooth and efficient transfer without any errors or data loss.
Some external hard drives may also have LED indicators that signal the transfer status.
Prematurely disconnecting the drive may result in partial or incomplete transfers, leading to potential data corruption or loss.
it’s possible for you to utilize this waiting time to do other tasks or take a short break.
Once the transfer is complete, you’re able to move on to the next step.
Continue reading to learn the final step of the process.
This ensures that all data has been written to the drive and reduces the risk of data corruption.
You have successfully moved your files from iCloud to your external hard drive and safely ejected the gear.
In this guide, we have outlined a step-by-step process to help you successfully move your files.
Its crucial to wait for the files to transfer completely before safely ejecting the external hard drive.
Additionally, we advise you to regularly backup your files even after transferring them to an external hard drive.
This will provide an extra layer of protection against any potential data loss.
Thank you for reading and we wish you the best in your file management journey!
