How to transfer data from PC to Steam Deck
Transferring data from your PC to your Steam Deck is pretty straightforward! First, you'll need to connect your Steam Deck to your PC via a USB cable. Once connected, you can transfer files just like you would with any external drive. For game files, you can backup and transfer game installs through Steam by right-clicking the game in your Steam library, choosing 'Backup Game Files,' and then restoring those on your Steam Deck through the same menu. It's a bit like moving files around in your own digital backpack!
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Just use a USB stick, honestly. Fast, simple, and you don't have to juggle cables or settings.
Make sure you're transferring compatible games! Not everything that runs on your PC will work flawlessly on the Steam Deck. Learned that the hard way!
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