Safe way to transfer or move programs from c to drive on Windows 11/10?

Before you moving program from C to D drive, don’t just drag and drop your program’s folder from one drive to another like you would with a regular file. That usually doesn’t work out well, and it can leave you with a broken program. Use built-in tools like Windows’ "Apps & Features" or consider third-party tools like Steam Mover or Application Mover for this job. 

You know how sometimes programs rely on specific files or settings that aren’t actually in their main folder? If you just move one folder, those other little files (like DLLs or registry entries) might get left behind. This can cause the program to crash when you try to run it, making you wish you hadn’t bothered. Always check if there are any dependencies and move them too.

If you're manually moving programs, you might have to deal with the registry. Don’t go poking around in there if you’re unsure! Changing paths without knowing what’s what can lead to a corrupt registry entry. Use registry cleaner tools cautiously, and only if you really know what you're doing. Moving programs from C to D drive on Windows 11/10 can sometimes mess with permissions, especially if the new drive has different security settings. Be prepared to run your program as an administrator or tweak some security settings after the move to avoid access issues.