Transfer files from SSD to HDD easily.
Transfer files from SSD to HDD easily.
I’m preparing to switch to Windows 10 soon and SSDs are being used for quick startup. Your files are currently on the SSD, but you’re concerned about storage space and performance. You might consider transferring your documents and pictures to a 1TB HDD before the upgrade to avoid slowing down the SSD.
From my understanding, you can't automatically set the default storage for the operating system on the HDD, but you can manually transfer files there. Also, note that it's the HDD, not an HHD.
It’s quite straightforward. Select the library you wish to relocate, open its properties, navigate to the Location tab, choose ‘Move…’, select your desired folder on the appropriate drive, and confirm. You can even use an external drive if needed. Tip: You can redirect the desktop view to a different location too.
You can adjust the default folder Windows Explorer uses when you open it. Right now it’s set to Quick Access on Windows 10, but you can change this to your preferred location.
I had a similar issue too. Go to File -> Change folder and search options -> General tab -> Open File Explorer to: This PC. -> Apply, exit, then press Win+E to check it works. It will make it behave like Windows 7. For the rest, there doesn’t seem to be another option except using Quick Access for key files and disabling others.