It not only creates a new table of contents but also makes short work of the existing data and deletes it from the partition before formatting. On the other hand, there is the "Overwrite format" format mode, which is drastic. With a recovery software version like Recuva, the files could be restored. However, the previously saved data will not be overwritten and will simply no longer be displayed. With this format function, a new table of contents is created on the partition for the files to be saved. On the one hand the "Fast format", which formats the card only quickly. The SD Memory Card Formatter has two different modes for this. (Compared to a QUICK Format, a FULL OVERWRITE will take a longer time to format the card but this will ensure proper full formatting).Memory cards that are regularly written with new files should be completely reformatted regularly to get rid of leftover data and to make better use of the storage space. The following window will open:ĥ: Select FULL (OverWrite) and press OK. It should look like below:ģ: Please ensure that the Drive is pointing to the one belongs to the memory card.Ĥ: Click on Option.
Go to and follow the instructions to download and install the program.Ģ: Launch the SD Card Formatter. If the windows format tool is unable to perform the format you can try using this tool SD Formatter 4.0 Press the reset, if available, to refresh the internal memory before placing the card back in the camera.Ĭheck card lock tab on SD card, note if lock is sliding freely or with resistance.
Please be aware that a slow format will take longer on larger SD cards and will also depend on you PC’s specificationsĦ: Once the SD card has been formatted, put the card back into your RoadHawk camera
…while a quick format is handy, it does not always remove bad data which a full format can. (hold Windows key + press E for Windows 8 users and above).Ģ: Put the SD Card into your computer by using an SD card readerģ: When you plug the card in you will see a box like this:Ĥ: Right click on the icon and click on “Format” to open the tool.ĥ: Ensure that the settings are correct for the card you are formatting and un-tick the quick format. Great for routine maintenance of the card and after long recording sessions,Ĭhoose Format SD card option in the RoadHawk software and select relevant card size.Ĭlose the RoadHawk software before ejecting the SD Cardġ: Go to your Start Button (bottom left of windows) and click on “computer” or “my computer” We recommend exploring the card (Windows explorer / MAC Finder) and saving any wanted footage before proceeding because this format process will wipe the SD card of all data. Please ensure your camera Firmware is up to date – This is automatically done via the RoadHawk software for your camera model.
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