Since I only want specific apps and files on the new Mac what is the best way to transfer from one to the other, old to new. I want to keep the operating system that is on the new one which is older than the one on my old Macbook Pro. Transferring to a 2015-2017 iMac from a 2015-2017 Macbook Pro, thanks,
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The easiest is to use migration assistant with Time machine.
However, if you want total control, you can use a USB stick or external HD, drag your files to it, plug it in to the new Mac and drag 'em back.
The easiest is to use migration assistant with Time machine.
However, if you want total control, you can use a USB stick or external HD, drag your files to it, plug it in to the new Mac and drag 'em back.
Everything you need is in Setup Assistant and Migration Assistant.
How to transfer files and apps to new iMac from MacBook Pro
