[SOLVED] How to get Windows on my SSD

[readie]

So, here's my current situation. I recently got a new PC and I'm using the HDD from my old PC (the HDD isn't that old, only a few months) which has my OS on it. I also got an SSD so that I could put Windows onto it for faster load times. Problem is, I have no idea how to get an OS onto my SSD without factory resetting or cloning my system. I realise that I could clone my system using an app like EaseUS, but I don't really want to spend the money to do that. I also realise that I could just factory reset, but I'd rather not install all my applications again. Is there any way I can get an OS onto my SSD without losing my apps?

Thanks.

 

[USAFRet]

1. Cloning software is free. Macrium Reflect.
2. Using the old OS install from your old system is not recommended. But, if it currently works, we'll give it a try.

How much space is consumed on your current HDD?
What size/make/model is the new SSD?