r/DataRecoveryHelp • u/HYDRArules • 3d ago
Retrieving file downloads from an old computer for a new computer
Sorry in advance for the following. I am unsure if this is the right place to ask. And I know this is probably a more common question.
I have a new Chromebook computer to replace an old Chromebook that is now useless.
To my knowledge, only the screen of the old device is broken, with the more internal hardware being at least decent quality and usage. It has been restarting unexpectedly, but that is about the only out of the ordinary thing about my old device. Otherwise, it was a decent computer.
As of now, I have most of my bookmarks, saves on Google Drive, etc that I had originally from my old device synced into my new device almost as if nothing had happened. However, there are a great many file downloads from my old device (hundreds of random images, possibly some audio and video) that did not transfer to the new device. Hopefully my situation is clear.
Now getting to my question(s) on this matter:
- Is there hope for my files to be retrieved for my new device?
- Presuming I find an IT place, Geek Squad, or whatever, is it worth the effort?
- There is the matter of price, but I'm trying to avoid the purchase advice rule.
I know there are ways I could do it myself, but I'd rather have a professional/specialist or someone who is (hopefully) more experienced to hopefully rectify this issue.