Windows 7 Forums


Windows 7: Import Internet Explorer History from XP?

27 Jul 2009   #1

XP SP3, 7 Build 7100
 
 
Import Internet Explorer History from XP?

I just installed Windows 7 yesterday (with your help) and I am loving it so far, but there seems to be one problem I cant seem to figure out, I need to import my Internet Explorer history from my XP HDD to my 7 HDD. I first tried to copy the index.dat file, but there are just so many that I cant figure out which one needs to be moved/replaced. And now I cant even seem to find my "History.IE5" folder in XP, anybody have a tutorial or any advice?

My System SpecsSystem Spec

27 Jul 2009   #2

Windows 7 Ultimate x64 RTM
USA
 
 

Quote   Quote: Originally Posted by asandhu View Post
I just installed Windows 7 yesterday (with your help) and I am loving it so far, but there seems to be one problem I cant seem to figure out, I need to import my Internet Explorer history from my XP HDD to my 7 HDD. I first tried to copy the index.dat file, but there are just so many that I cant figure out which one needs to be moved/replaced. And now I cant even seem to find my "History.IE5" folder in XP, anybody have a tutorial or any advice?

Do you want your history, or your favorites?
My System SpecsSystem Spec
27 Jul 2009   #3

Windows 7 Ultimate x64 RTM
USA
 
 

As for saving history here is a mini tutorial

  • Grab a USB drive
  • Go to C:\Windows\History
  • Copy containing files
  • Paste them on the USB drive (Where ever you wish)
  • Go into Windows 7
  • Go to C:\Windows\History
  • Delete the containing files
  • Plug in you USB drive
  • Copy the files you copied from XP
  • Paste them in C:\Windows\History
I hope this is what you wanted.
My System SpecsSystem Spec
.


27 Jul 2009   #4

XP SP3, 7 Build 7100
 
 

there is no "History" folder in C:\Windows...
My System SpecsSystem Spec
27 Jul 2009   #5

Windows 7 Ultimate x64 RTM
USA
 
 

Quote   Quote: Originally Posted by asandhu View Post
there is no "History" folder in C:\Windows...

Sorry for my mistake, I have not worked with XP systems in a while. You can follow my instructions if you replace the C:\Windows\History with the IE history file (Wherever it may be.)
My System SpecsSystem Spec
27 Jul 2009   #6

XP SP3, 7 Build 7100
 
 

Well, yeah, that was my whole issue: finding the history file in xp and finding what file I have to replace in 7...
My System SpecsSystem Spec
Reply

 Import Internet Explorer History from XP? problems?



Thread Tools



Similar help and support threads for: Import Internet Explorer History from XP?
Thread Forum
Firefox Bookmarks - Import into Internet Explorer Favorites Tutorials
A visual history of Internet Explorer from 1 to 9 Chillout Room
Internet Explorer - Import and Export Favorites Tutorials
Internet Explorer - Import and Export Cookies Tutorials
Internet Explorer - Import and Export RSS Feeds Tutorials


All times are GMT -5. The time now is 01:32 AM.


Seven Forums Android App Seven Forums IOS App Follow us on Facebook

Windows 7 Forums is an independent web site and has not been authorized,
sponsored, or otherwise approved by Microsoft Corporation.
"Windows 7" and related materials are trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
© Designer Media Ltd
  

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32