HOw to begin uploading my data to icloud

Hello.

I have just increased my Icloud subscription to 200GB.

I have about 180GB of data on my hard drive (macbookPro 13inch 2022 Sonoma 14.4.1).

I cannot find any info about how to start the upload process: only multiple sites about how to put icloud in the dock.

Question: How do I begin the upload to icloud, and how long should it take roughly?

Thanks.

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 14.4

Posted on Apr 17, 2024 6:29 PM

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Apr 17, 2024 6:46 PM in response to Bob593251

The Mac will not store a backup in iCloud like it does on an iPhone. You can choose to store the contents of your Desktop and Documents folder in iCloud. To do this go to  > System Settings > [name on top] > iCloud > iCloud Drive, and turn the Desktop & Documents folder on. That option is detailed here:

Add your Desktop and Documents files to iCloud Drive - Apple Support


You can also choose to save any other files you want on your iCloud Drive:

Store files in iCloud Drive on Mac - Apple Support

HOw to begin uploading my data to icloud

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