How do I insert a file in a pendrive?
To insert a file into a pendrive, you need to connect it to your computer and then transfer the file using your file explorer. This is typically done by dragging and dropping or copying and pasting the file.
Here are the steps to put a file onto a pendrive (USB drive), based on the standard process:
Transferring files to a pendrive is a simple process that allows you to carry data between different computers or create backups.
1. Connect the Pendrive
Action: Plug the USB drive into the USB port on your computer.
- Details: Locate an available USB port on your desktop, laptop, or tablet and securely insert the pendrive. Ensure it is fully inserted for the computer to detect it.
2. Access File Explorer
Action: Open the File Explorer and select This PC.
- Details: On Windows, you can usually open File Explorer by clicking the folder icon on the taskbar or pressing
Windows Key + E. Navigate to the "This PC" section (or "My Computer" or "Computer" on older versions). This section shows all connected drives and devices.
3. Locate the USB Drive
Action: Select the USB drive under Devices and drives.
- Details: In the "This PC" window, you will see a list of drives. Your pendrive should appear here, often labeled with its name (like "USB Drive" or the manufacturer's name) and assigned a drive letter (e.g., E:, F:). Click to open it.
4. Transfer the File(s)
Action: Drag and drop or copy and paste files into the USB drive folder.
- Details: Once the pendrive's folder is open, you can transfer files from another location on your computer.
- Drag and Drop: Open the folder containing the file(s) you want to transfer in a separate File Explorer window. Click and hold the file(s), drag them over to the open pendrive folder window, and release the mouse button.
- Copy and Paste: Right-click the file(s) you want to transfer and select "Copy". Then, navigate to the open pendrive folder, right-click anywhere in the folder window, and select "Paste".
The file(s) will then begin transferring to your pendrive. A progress bar may appear indicating the status of the transfer. Once complete, the file(s) will be stored on the pendrive.
Quick Transfer Summary
| Step | Action | Location/Tool | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Connect Pendrive | Computer USB Port | Computer detects the drive |
| 2 | Open File Explorer & This PC | Operating System UI | View connected drives |
| 3 | Select USB Drive | File Explorer | Open the pendrive's contents |
| 4 | Transfer File(s) | Drag/Drop or C&P | File(s) appear on the pendrive |
Remember to safely eject the pendrive from your computer after you have finished transferring files to prevent data corruption. You can usually do this by right-clicking the drive icon in the taskbar notification area or in File Explorer and selecting "Eject".
