download icloud to PC
I just wanna cut and paste all of icloud to my external drive. it just says error downloading server failed... but I'm logged in and have maintained connection. if I retry it just fails fails fails.
Windows, Windows 6
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Hi Midband,
Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities. It sounds like you're having an issue with downloading content from iCloud. We're happy to help.
We recommend ensuring you have a strong know-working Wi-Fi connection. Once connected check out the guide here to help with downloading files: Upload and download files from iCloud Drive on iCloud.com
If you're looking to create a backup or archive of all of your iCloud information the article here can get you started: Archive or make copies of the information you store in iCloud
If the content you're looking to import to then transfer to your external drive is photos and videos, this article has the steps to help: Download iCloud photos and videos and you can find great answers to common questions about iCloud Drive here: iCloud Drive FAQ
We hope the information helps. If you continue to have an issue, let us know a bit more about what it is you're looking to move and any other steps you've attempted.
Cheers!