How to Easily Transfer Data from External Storage to PS5

Learn the step-by-step process to transfer data from external storage to your PS5 console effortlessly.

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To transfer data from external storage to PS5, connect the external storage to the PS5. Navigate to Settings > Storage > USB Extended Storage > Games and Apps. Select the data you want to transfer and choose Move to Console Storage. Confirm the transfer to complete the process.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I use any external storage for my PS5? Yes, you can use USB external storage compatible with the PS5 for transferring and storing games.
  2. What types of data can I transfer to my PS5? You can transfer games and apps stored on your external USB storage to your PS5.
  3. Is there a limit to the size of external storage I can use with PS5? The PS5 supports external storage drives up to 8TB in size for game storage.
  4. Can I transfer data back to my external storage from PS5? Yes, you can move data from your PS5 back to your external storage following a similar process.

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