Transferring files from desktop computer to laptop

[bobcat100_26]

Hello,
I have a lot of files on my desk top in my documents folder on the desk top how can i transfare these to my lap top as a back up while i format the hard drive

 

[pastit]

Hello,
I have a lot of files on my desk top in my documents folder on the desk top how can i transfare these to my lap top as a back up while i format the hard drive

The easiest way is probably to transfer them to a USB stick, then from the stick to laptop.
JB