How to Transfer Data from PS4 to External Storage - Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to easily transfer data from your PS4 to external storage to free up space and secure your game files.

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To transfer data from PS4 to storage, follow these steps: 1. Connect a USB storage device to your PS4. 2. Go to Settings > System > Backup and Restore. 3. Select Back Up PS4. 4. Choose the data you want to back up (game saves, screenshots, etc.). 5. Confirm and start the backup process. This will help free up space on your PS4 and keep your data secured on the external storage device.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What type of USB storage works with PS4? Any USB storage device that's USB 3.0 or later and at least 250 GB can be used with PS4.
  2. Can I transfer games from PS4 to PC? Transferring games from PS4 to PC directly is not supported. However, you can back up game saves and other data.
  3. How do I check storage space on my PS4? Go to Settings > Storage to view your PS4's storage utilization.
  4. Does backing up PS4 data delete it from the console? No, backing up PS4 data will keep the data on your console while creating a copy on your external storage.

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