Which files do I transfer from external drive to new MacBook Pro?

Hi there,
My hard drive went bad on my MacBook Pro, but fortunately I did a weekly backup.
Unfortunately, it was not a Cloned back up or a Time Machine backup, so I can't seem to be able to use the Migration Assistant to transfer my files to my new MacBook Pro.
Is there a list of files that I should make sure to copy over?
I know that I need to copy my apps that aren't already native to Mavericks. Also, most of the files in my User Folder. Is it wise to copy the entire library in the User Folder, or should I select individual files and folders? Is there anything else I should look for?
If there is a step by step tutorial on this, and I have somehow missed it, please point me on my way.
Thanks for any help.
Spooky Mizu

Spooky Mizu wrote:
I had tried to copy everything from my backup, but it made the OS lag and be glitchy.
Is it a bad idea to copy things to the library (the one that is located at macintosh hd/library)?
One thing is for sure...I'll be switching to Time Machine or CCC...this is taking a looooong time.
So, any ideas out there?
It is too late, but either a bootable clone (I use SuperDuper!) or a Time Machine backup would have made the transition smooth.
I do not know of any "cookbook" approach to help you.
I think I would have reinstalled OS X 10.9.4 and then moved all my data files. I do not know what settings, files, etc. would need to be moved.
Barry

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