How to Easily Copy PS5 Save Data to External Hard Drive

Learn the simple steps to transfer your PS5 save data to an external hard drive and safeguard your gaming progress.

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To copy PS5 save data to an external hard drive: 1. Connect the external hard drive to your PS5. 2. Go to Settings > Saved Data and Game/App Settings. 3. Choose Saved Data (PS5) or Saved Data (PS4). 4. Select Console Storage > Copy to USB Drive. 5. Select the games you want to copy and hit Copy.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I copy save data from PS4 to PS5? Yes, you can transfer PS4 save data to PS5 using a USB drive or cloud storage with PlayStation Plus.
  2. What type of external hard drive is compatible with PS5? PS5 supports external hard drives that are USB 3.0 or later and have a minimum storage capacity of 250GB.
  3. Will copying save data delete it from the PS5? No, copying save data does not delete it from your PS5; it creates a backup on the external hard drive.
  4. How do I access my saved data on an external hard drive? To access saved data, connect the external hard drive to your PS5 and navigate to Settings > Saved Data and Game/App Settings.

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