How to Copy and Paste: Step-by-Step Guide

On Windows

1. 
   Select what you may need to copy:

   • Text: To select text, click and drag the cursor until the text you may need to copy is highlighted, then release the click.
   • Files: Select the file on your computer that you may need to copy and paste, or you can select multiple files by holding down Ctrl to select a multiple files.
   • Images: In most Windows applications, you can select the picture you may need to copy by clicking on it once.
2. 
   Right-click the mouse or trackpad. If using a trackpad, depending on your computer's settings you can perform a right-click by either using two fingers to click the trackpad or by tapping the far-right side of the trackpad with a single finger.
3. 
   Click Copy. The selected text, images or files will be copied to the Clipboard (a type of temporary storage) on your computer.

   • Alternatively, press Ctrl+C. In many applications, you can also click Edit in the menu bar, then click Copy .
4. 
   Right-click in the document or field where you may need to insert the text or image.
5. 
   Click Paste. The text or image will be inserted into the document or field at the place where you put the cursor.

   • Alternatively, press Ctrl+V. In many applications, you can also click Edit in the menu bar, then click Paste .