How to Sync Clipboard Across Windows 11 PCs

Windows 11 includes a built-in cloud clipboard feature that allows you to copy text and images on one computer and seamlessly paste them onto another. By enabling this setting on all your devices connected to the same Microsoft account, you can streamline your workflow without relying on third-party software or sending files to yourself.

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure all your computers meet the following requirements: * Each PC must be running Windows 11. * Each PC must be signed in with the same Microsoft account. * All devices must have an active internet connection.

Step 1: Enable Clipboard History and Sync

You must repeat these steps on every Windows 11 computer you want to include in the sync.

1. Open the Settings app by pressing Windows Key + I.
2. Select System from the left-hand navigation menu.
3. Scroll down and click on Clipboard.
4. Toggle the switch next to Clipboard history to On.
5. Toggle the switch next to Sync across your devices to On.

Step 2: Choose Your Sync Preference

Under the Sync across your devices section, select how you want your data to transfer:

• Automatically sync text that I copy: Every piece of copied text is instantly uploaded to the cloud and made available to your other PCs.
• Manually sync text that I copy: You must manually choose which items to share by opening your clipboard history and clicking the sync button on specific items.

How to Use the Synced Clipboard

1. On your primary PC, copy any text or image using Ctrl + C (or right-click and select Copy).
2. On your second PC, press Windows Key + V to open the Clipboard History menu.
3. Click on the item from the list to paste it into your active document, browser, or application.