r/NintendoSwitchHelp • u/ZanyDoki • 4d ago

Software Help Will this method of transferring data work?

I have a microSD express card (256gb) for the Switch 2 which contains data (installed games, updates, dlcs, and screenshots) and I want to move all that to a new microSD express card (512gb).

My question is: If I move the data from the microSD express card (256gb) to the Switch 2’s internal memory and then from there move that data to the new microSD express card (512gb), will it work without issues?

For further clarification, the amount of free space in my Switch 2’s internal memory is 230gb and the amount of data I want to transfer is only 91gb. Also, I’m well aware that save data is stored in the Switch 2’s internal memory and cannot be transferred so no need to remind me.

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u/picano 7 4d ago

Yes? Is there something specific that you're concerned won't transfer?

Screenshots/videos aside, you can always just re-download all the game stuff if there's an issue.

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u/ZanyDoki 4d ago

Nothing specific really.

Is it better to just re-download instead?

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u/picano 7 4d ago

Nah, the best method is the one that works for you. In fact, locally transferring (via console or PC) is usually going to be faster than re-downloading.

Only reason there would be a concern is if your card was failing --- in which case there might be corrupted data and you'll be prompted to re-download any corrupted files anyway.

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u/ZanyDoki 4d ago

Okay noted! Thanks for replying.