How to Format a USB Drive in FAT32 with Windows 10

Formatting a USB drive is a straightforward process that can be completed using Windows 10. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to format a USB drive in FAT32, which is a widely supported file system that allows files up to 4GB in size.

Before formatting your USB drive, make sure it contains no important data. Formatting will erase all data on the drive, so be cautious when proceeding with this process.

To begin, connect your USB drive to your Windows 10 computer and open File Explorer. Right-click on the USB drive and select 'Format' from the context menu.

In the Format dialog box, select the type of format you want from the drop-down menu. For FAT32 formatting, choose 'FAT32' from the list.

If your USB drive contains sensitive data, click on the Security tab to erase any confidential information before proceeding with the format process. To do this, click on the 'Erase' button located at the top of the window. In the Erase dialog box, type a specific name for the formatted drive and then click 'OK'.

Once you have completed these steps, your USB drive will be formatted in FAT32.

If you are using a MacBook Pro or MacBook Air with only USB-C type connectors, you may need an adaptor to convert from USB-C to USB-A. This is because most Windows 10 computers have traditional USB-A ports.

For Mac users, the process of formatting a USB drive is slightly different. To format a USB drive on a Mac, follow these steps:

1. Navigate to Applications and select Utilities.

2. Double-click on Disk Utility to open it.

3. Select the USB drive from the list of available devices on the left-hand side of the window.

4. Click on the 'Erase' button located at the top of the window.

In the Erase dialog box, select 'FAT32' as the file system and then click 'OK'. This will format your USB drive in FAT32.

That's it! Your USB drive should now be formatted in FAT32 and ready for use with your Windows 10 computer.

How to format a usb drive in fat32 with windows 10