To force a microSD card to format, follow these steps:
1. Insert the microSD card into your computer’s card reader. Make sure the card is properly inserted and recognized by your computer.
2. Click the “Start” button on your Windows computer. Then, right-click on “Computer” and select “Manage” from the context menu. This will open the Computer Management dialog box.
3. In the Computer Management dialog box, click on “Disk Management” from the left panel. This will display all the storage devices connected to your computer, including the microSD card.
4. Locate the microSD card from the list of storage devices in the Disk Management window. It should be labeled with the card’s capacity and drive letter (e.g., “Removable Disk (E:)”).
5. Right-click on the microSD card and select the “Format” option from the context menu. This will open the Format dialog box.
6. In the Format dialog box, you can choose the file system for the microSD card. The options typically include FAT32 and exFAT.
7. Select the desired file system and choose whether to perform a quick format or a full format. A quick format will erase the file system metadata quickly, while a full format will scan for bad sectors and take longer.
8. Optionally, you can also provide a volume label for the microSD card to help identify it later.
9. Double-check that you have selected the correct microSD card and the desired format settings. Formatting will erase all data on the card, so ensure you have a backup if needed.
10. Once you are ready, click on the “Start” button to initiate the formatting process. A warning message may appear, reminding you that all data will be erased. Confirm your decision to proceed.
11. The formatting process will now begin, and you will see a progress bar indicating the status. Be patient and let the process complete.
12. Once the formatting is finished, you will see a notification confirming the successful completion. You can now safely remove the microSD card from your computer’s card reader.
By following these steps, you should be able to force format a microSD card. However, keep in mind that formatting will erase all data on the card, so make sure to back up any important files before proceeding.