Microsoft is working on a new migration app for Windows

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Windows 11 includes a rather weak backup tool that uses OneDrive to back up some files and preferences. When you set up a new PC, you may restore these backed up files and settings.

The feature is far from a true backup tool let alone a migration tool. It does not backup installed software and includes only specific folders in regards to files either.

Microsoft seems to be working on a new Migration app to better help users transfer files and data from one Windows PC to another. Discovered by Phantom of Earth and brought to life by X-user Dongle, the app's main purpose is to move files from one Windows PC to another. The feature has been found in Windows 11 build 22635.4945, but it is not yet functional.



When you run the app, you get two options presented to you:

1. Back up this PC.
   
2. Transfer files to a new PC.
   

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