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Windows 11 Backup to External Drive: Updated Guide

File History: At least as large as the folders you’re backing up.
System Image: 50–100 GB more than used space on C: drive.

Method 3: "Backup and Restore" (Best for Full System Image)

Use if you want to restore Windows, apps, and settings after a drive failure.

Search for Control Panel:

Type "Control Panel" in the Start menu.

Open Control Panel

(not Settings) → System and Security → Backup and Restore (Windows 7) . windows 11 backup to external drive updated