[header] How to save files to a usb flash drive [title] Insert the flash drive into a usb port on your computer. [step] Make sure that you don't force the drive into the port; it only goes in one way. [title] Ensure that the flash drive appears on your computer. 
[step] You'll usually receive a notification that the flash drive has been detected. If these notifications are turned off, you can check to see if it is connected.