Use Transfer or Reset settings on Mac
Use Transfer or Reset settings to open Migration Assistant or Erase Assistant. Migration Assistant lets you transfer your documents, apps, user accounts, and settings to your Mac from another Mac or PC, or from a Time Machine backup. Erase Assistant lets you safely erase all content and settings on your Mac.
To open Transfer or Reset settings, choose Apple menu > System Settings, click General in the sidebar (you may need to scroll down), then click Transfer or Reset on the right.
Open Transfer or Reset settings for me
Option | Description |
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Open Migration Assistant | Open the Migration Assistant to to transfer files from another device to your Mac. See Transfer your information to Mac from another computer or device. |
Erase All Content and Settings | Open the Erase Assistant to erase all files and settings on your Mac. See What does Erase Assistant do? |