Data Transfers · Setting up a transfer

How do I start a new transfer?

Short answer: In Data Transfers click New Transfer, choose an operation, pick the Source and Destination with the folder or cloud buttons, optionally add a schedule or dry run, then click Start Transfer.

Open Data Transfers and click New Transfer, then:

  1. Choose an Operation — Copy, Move, Sync (one-way), Bidirectional sync or Download.
  2. Fill in Source: click the folder button to pick a folder on your Mac or a drive, or the cloud button to browse a connected account or paired device.
  3. Fill in Destination the same way.
  4. Optionally set a Schedule and open Advanced options.
  5. Optionally turn on Dry run (preview only).
  6. Click Start Transfer (or press Return).

The new job appears at the top of the list and starts as soon as there's a free slot.

Related: Copy, Move or Sync? · Pick a folder inside a cloud account

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