Windows Vista Where are the program data files?

[derm318]

I am moving data from an old XP computer to a new Vista OS computer. When I try to find the folder for appdata on the Vista computer, supposedly in my user folder, I cannot find it. Is it somehow hidden, and if so, how do I view this folder?

Norman

 

[kemical]

Do you mean program files?

 

[derm318]

No, I mean the application data files that, in XP were in the allusers/appdata folders. There is a similar name in the user folder in Vista, but I cannot see it when I go to the user folder.

 

[davehc]

The only one available to you in Vista is Users-Username-Appdata.
What you are attempting seems a little difficult and (I don't think) may not work. Why don't you try the "Windows easy transfer" facility. On my very first Vista installation it worked like a charm.

 

[derm318]

When I tried to use Easy Transfer from my XP machine, the files were saved in a format which Vista did not recognize. Any tips on how to use this utility would be appreciated.

Norm

 

[superbill]

Hi derm318

Did you use the "easy transfer cable" which has been developed especially for this situation???. You will find details at:

Belkin Easy Transfer Cable for Windows Vista | Register Hardware

 

[davehc]

It is a very easy process. Rather than print the whole thing again, look here:
How to use Windows Easy Transfer to migrate files and settings from one Windows-based computer to another Windows Vista-based computer
In step 7 I used a dvd.
No cable or networking is required.