---
id: data-transfers.how-do-i-start-a-new-transfer
url: https://storagestudio.us/faq/data-transfers/how-do-i-start-a-new-transfer
category: "Data Transfers"
subcategory: "Setting up a transfer"
question: "How do I start a new transfer?"
alt_questions:
  - "set up a transfer in storage studio"
  - "New Transfer button how to use"
  - "how to copy files to the cloud with storage studio"
  - "create a sync job mac"
  - "start transferring files between drives"
  - "how do I make a transfer"
  - "step by step 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."
tags: ["new transfer", "how to", "setup"]
related: ["https://storagestudio.us/faq/data-transfers/copy-vs-move-vs-sync", "https://storagestudio.us/faq/data-transfers/pick-a-folder-inside-a-cloud-account", "https://storagestudio.us/faq/data-transfers/what-is-a-dry-run", "https://storagestudio.us/faq/data-transfers/schedule-a-recurring-transfer"]
applies_to: "all"
last_reviewed: 2026-10-01
---

# How do I start a new 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?](https://storagestudio.us/faq/data-transfers/copy-vs-move-vs-sync) · [Pick a folder inside a cloud account](https://storagestudio.us/faq/data-transfers/pick-a-folder-inside-a-cloud-account)