How to use Windows 10 File History to back up data

How do I back up my files on Windows 10?

File History is a handy tool that lets you back up files on your PC to any hard drive connected to it, whether that connection is external via USB or internal via a bus. You can also back up to a network location if one is available. Here's how to use File History to safeguard your important files.

• How to add a drive to use with File History
• How to back up files using File History
• How to change the frequency of backups
• How to switch the drives that use File History
• How to restore files from File History
• Best external drives and NAS solutions

How to add a drive to use with File History

Before starting these steps, you should ensure a secondary drive is connected to your PC or that a network is set up.

1. Click the Start button.

2. Click the Settings button. (It looks like a gear and is located in the bottom-left corner of the Start menu.)

   

3. Click Update & security.

4. Click Backup.

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