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Hello
Over the years, I have stored all manner of files in my Apple iCloud.
Is there a 'simple' way to transfer all such data back onto my computer's hard drive?
I have an iMac, running macOS Ventura 13.5, with almost 2 TB of free space right now.
My photos are already accessible, as are my Notes.
How would you deal with such a task?
iMac (2017 – 2020)
Hello AppleFan1945,
Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities. We see you have some questions about transferring data to a hard drive, from iCloud, and we'd like to help. The following article can help explain various ways you can transfer data from iCloud, which may be what you're looking for: Archive or make copies of the information you store in iCloud - Apple Support
While there are numerous ways, and methods, you may be able to do this, we recommend choosing the option best suited for you.
Let us know if this helps.
Regards.
Hello AppleFan1945,
Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities. We see you have some questions about transferring data to a hard drive, from iCloud, and we'd like to help. The following article can help explain various ways you can transfer data from iCloud, which may be what you're looking for: Archive or make copies of the information you store in iCloud - Apple Support
While there are numerous ways, and methods, you may be able to do this, we recommend choosing the option best suited for you.
Let us know if this helps.
Regards.
Great question AppleFan1945,
While how you store your data depends a lot on personal preferences, it also depends on the type of data you're storing. What may be more helpful is some tips on how to Search with Spotlight on Mac.
Hope that helps.
Take care.
Thank you SO much for providing this very helpful information. 😃
Are you aware of any similar material which describes how best to store information an Apple computer so that it may more easily be found? Perhaps a bit like a filing cabinet! Any ideas will be much appreciated.
Thanks.
You can create folders as you wish. As for data in iCloud the easiest is to sync iCloud Drive to your Mac. System settings > Apple ID > iCloud. Enable iCloud Drive
Many thanks!
I can now access items on my iCloud from my Finder!
Easy - when one at last realises just what one can do! 🙂
What is the best way to transfer data from my iCloud onto my computer?
