How do I copy files from my old mac to my new mac?

Use the Migration Assistant, or the Setup Assistant, or use a network, Target Disk mode, or an external drive to move them manually.
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How do I copy files from my old pc to my new imac?

how do I copy files from my old pc to my new imac?

There are many methods, however you are specific about the type of files you want to move. The first time your Mac turns on it begins with Setup Assistant and asks if you want to migrate from another Mac or PC, you must have missed that. I'd recommend looking over Pondini's Guide and following the directions for using Migration Assistant. You can find them by clicking How to Use Migration Assistant From PC to Mac 10.7 Lion.
If you have specific files you are attempting to migrate then moving them to an external HD and then just dragging and dropping them from the EHD to the Mac would be very simple. Apple explains migration strategies in Switch 101

How do I transfer files from my old PC to my new MAC?

My new iMac arrived on Monday and I successfully downloaded the drivers for printers, etc. Now I need to move files from my old PC to my iMac. Is there a faster way of doing it other than copying files to a thumb drive and loading on my Mac? What about files on my MacBook Pro that need to be moved? How do I do that? I'm not really techie so please be detailed about any cables, etc. that I might need to purchase. Many thanks.

The easiest way is to put the fiels on an external HD and drag and drop them. Here are some links I'd STRONGLY recommend bookmarking and using immediately.
Switch 101
Mac 101
Find Out How Video tutorials
These links are designed for folks like yourself, recent MS Windows switchers. BTW you also have 90 days of free AppleCare telephone service, if you get stuck you can always call . You will find the number in your manual.

How do I move all files from an old PPC to a new Mac Mini?

How do I move all files from an old PPC to a new Mac Mini?

The new mini has a Firewire 800 port. Likely the PPC version only has Firewire 400. The OP will need a converter cable which is why I was asking first about what hardware is available and how much is being copied.
Probably go with using the external hard drive if you decide all you want are data files.
If you want to migrate:
Kappy: A Basic Guide for Migrating to Intel-Macs - http://discussions.apple.com/message/10257343
Mac OS X 10.3, 10.4: Transferring data with Setup Assistant / Migration Assistant FAQ - http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1554
Setting-up a new Mac from an old one or its Backups - http://web.me.com/pondini/AppleTips/Setup.html

How can I restore files from my old iMac to this new purchased MacBook Air? I am using time machine backup in my old imac.

How can I restore files from my old iMac to this new purchased MacBook Air? I am using time machine backup in my old imac.

Hi,
Try Target Disk Mode
OS X Yosemite: Transfer files between two computers using target disk mode
There is also Migration Assistant.
OS X Yosemite: Transfer your info from a computer or storage device

How do I copy everything from my old Iphone to my new one?

How do I copy everything from my old iphone to my new one?

Refer to these articles:
iTunes: How to move your music to a new computer
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4527
iTunes: Back up your iTunes library by copying to an external hard drive
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1751

How can I copy music from my old ipod to my new one??

How can I copy music from my old ipod to my new one?? They are not on my computer because it is also new, and the old one is not working anymore. Is there a way to do this without having to import the music from the cds again??

Check this out:
Getting Music from your iPod to your Computer 3rd party options
I hope this helps!

I use migrate assistant to move files from my old pc to the new Mac , but it creates the user account. How can i delete the unwanted user account.

i use migrate assistant to move files from my old pc to the new Mac , but it creates the user account. How can i delete the unwanted user account.

Welcome to Apple Support Communities
That's the classic behaviour after using Migration Assistant and that's normal.
To transfer the data from the new user account to your old user account, you can follow some steps. Here is all the information you need to do this > https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-5472

How do I transfer files from my old iMac to my new Pro laptop?

How do I transfer files from my old iMac to my new Pro laptop?

If you can get both computers on the Internet at the same time without re-cabling, you have the connection infrastructure needed to enable file sharing and share those files.
That said, many users find it easier to use FireWire Target Disk mode to treat the old computer as a big Hard drive, and just drag and drop the files, or use Migration Assistant or Setup Assistent.
There is a really good guide here:
http://pondini.org/OSX/Setup.html

How do i transfer files from my old pc to my new i mac

How do i transfer files from my old pc to my new i mac

See Here...
Setting-up a new Mac from an old one, its backups, or a PC
Using Migration Assistant on Lion

I've just updated my imac 21.5. how do i transfer files from my old imac to my new imac?

Help!
I've had an iMac 21.5 for approximately 3.5 years.
I have Aperture 3 (with loads photos) and iTunes etc on my current iMac.
I have just bought a new 21.5 iMac with all the latest upgrades etc.
As of yet I have not even taken the new iMac out of the box.
How do I:
1. prepare the old iMac to get ready to transfer files
2. actually transfer the files!
Also!
Once everything is transferred how do I make my iMac "safe" to sell? I don't want old personal data left on there for someone to have a good old snoop!
My original iMac was not supplied with any operating discs etc. It was all set up and ready to go.
Thanks.

Regarding the old iMac. Just delete your USER NAME from the Control Panel. Go into System Preferences - then User/Groups and delete your account from there.
Just a bit of advice though before you do all this, go and buy yourself a remote Hard Drive, they're really good value today and copy off all of your sacred files from your old computer onto the new drive. You could also do the same via the Backup.app
It's well worth doing.... You can easily delay the switch over for a few days and you'll then have a backup disc that you'll start to use again and again.

How do I transfer music from an old pc to a new mac when not all music was purchased thru iTunes.

I have music on my old pc that was copied from cds. how is the best way to transfer this music to a new mac. My new mac does not have a cd player. The music bought through itunes has gone across to new computer.

quilterfromnsw wrote:
I have music on my old pc that was copied from cds. how is the best way to transfer this music to a new mac. ...
See Here > Move iTunes Library from PC to MAC
http://www.macworld.com/article/146958/2010/03/move_itunes_windows_mac.html

How can I copy bookmarks from my old computer to my new computer, both with Windows XP Pro?

Transferring bookmarks from old computer to new computer, both with Windows XP Pro?
Thanks for your h4elp.
Also, can I create a file of bookmarks in MS Word or Open Office so that I can save them?

You can export your bookmarks to an HTML file on your old computer, and them import that file on your new computer. The HTML file also is your backup, and if you open it into Word, you could save it as a DOC file if you prefer.
For more information, check out these articles:
[https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/Exporting%20bookmarks%20to%20an%20HTML%20file Exporting bookmarks to an HTML file | How to | Firefox Help]
[https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/Importing%20Bookmarks%20from%20an%20HTML%20File Importing Bookmarks from an HTML File | How to | Firefox Help]
Note that if you are using the orange Firefox button (abbreviated menus), you can access the class menu bar with the full Bookmarks menu by tapping the Alt key or pressing F10.

How do i access files from my old hard drive on my mac book pro with a new hard drive?

I recently got more RAM as well as a new and bigger hard drive installed on my 2008 MacBook Pro. I backed up the files on an external hard drive, and now I want to be able to access those files (ie: my passwords from my old computer hard drive "keychain access") <= I can't remember them for the lyfe of me! I used "time machine" to transfer the information, but now I want to know how to access those files or import them...Please help! I don't want to have to pay $20 to talk to apple support
-M.

See Item 17: How can I see my backups, or the backups for a different Mac?
Please visit Pondini's Time Machine FAQ for help with all things Time Machine.

How do I transfer files from my old computer to my new one?

I just purchased a new Mac Mini. I have an iBook that is about 5 years old. I want to transfer all of my files (including music and photos) to my new computer. How do I do that?

Welcome to the Apple Discussions!
Do you know which version of Mac OS is installed on your iBook? You can find out by choosing "About This Mac" from the Apple menu. Using a FireWire cable with the Migration Assistant (as Dal suggested) will be the best method. But, you'll have to be using Mac OS X 10.1 or newer to transfer all your files automatically.
-Doug

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