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aqtlibra Author

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I can't find the files from my new MacBook Pro after migration

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 12.6

Posted on Sep 30, 2022 11:48 AM

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leroydouglas

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Posted on Oct 1, 2022 6:15 AM

aqtlibra wrote:

I can't find the files from my new MacBook Pro after migration

The most trouble free way to move to a new machine, is using the Setup Assistant on the initial boot of a brand new machine— you have one shot here. Set up your MacBook Pro - Apple Support

The second best way is use the Migration Assistant.

How to move your content to a new Mac Move your content to a new Mac - Apple Support

Are you logged into your correct account...?

If you ended up setting up a new user account, then this could be your issue(?)

>System Preferences>Users & Groups

>Log out

https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/set-up-other-users-on-your-mac-mtusr001/mac

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