Q: Transferring files from time machine back up

I recently updated my operating system on my Mac book pro. I did a Time Machine back up before doing the upgrade. How do I copy the files from the last back up to the new operating system.

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Natasha

MacBook Pro (13-inch Mid 2009), OS X Yosemite (10.10.5), Transferring from Snow Leopard..

Posted on Apr 1, 2016 6:30 PM

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Mike Sombrio Apr 1, 2016 7:59 PM in response to get-dancin
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Apr 1, 2016 7:59 PM in response to get-dancin

Use Migration Assistant Move your content to a new Mac - Apple Support
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get-dancin Apr 1, 2016 10:00 PM in response to Mike Sombrio
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Apr 1, 2016 10:00 PM in response to Mike Sombrio

I am not wanting to transfer files to another mac I want to keep them on the same Mac book Pro
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OGELTHORPE Apr 2, 2016 3:47 AM in response to get-dancin
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Apr 2, 2016 3:47 AM in response to get-dancin

If properly done, installing a new operating system should have no affect on user data (some applications may need to be updated or replaced). What leads you to believe that a Time Machine restore needs to be performed?

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Mike Sombrio Apr 2, 2016 4:41 AM in response to get-dancin
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Apr 2, 2016 4:41 AM in response to get-dancin

It's the same process. Here's another link that may be easier for you to follow http://pondini.org/TM/19.html
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