4
Set the format to 'Mac OS extended ( journaled)' or "exFAT".
5
Type a 'name' for the new volume and then click 'erase'. Your SD card will quickly be
formatted and made ready for use.
Use 'disk utility' on Mac OS X to erase your SD card
in the Mac OS extended ( journaled) or exFAT format
Use the 'format' dialog box feature in Windows
to format your SD card in the exFAT format
Preparing SD cards on a Windows computer
The 'format' dialog box can format an SD card in the exFAT format on a Windows PC.
Remember to back up anything important from your media as all data will be lost when it is
formatted.
1
Plug an SD card into your computer's SD card slot or via an SD card reader.
2
Open the 'start menu' or 'start screen' and choose 'computer'. Right-click on
your SD card.
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