How To Format an External Hard Drive for Mac - Everything You Need To Know
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- Learn how to format an external hard drive, SSD, or a usb flash drive on mac for both mac and windows. I explain the differences between the formats AFPS, Mac OS Extended (Journaled), MS-DOS (FAT), and ExFAT in Disk Utility and show you which is the best to use.
0:00 - Intro
0:26 - Eject all other drives connected to your mac
0:38 - What to expect when connecting a windows NTFS formatted drive or usb drive to a mac
1:21 - Using Disk Utility to format an external drive or usb thumb drive on a mac
1:57 - What to do if you don't see APFS and other options in format menu in Disk Utility
3:05 - Explaining AFPS (Apple File System) and when to use it for formatting a drive
3:57 - Running test to see if AFPS, Mac OS extended, or ExFAT is faster transfer speeds
4:37 - Why you shouldn't format an external drive to AFPS
5:16 - Explaining Mac OS Extended Journaled Format
5:52 - Explaining MS DOS (FAT) Format
6:14 - ExFAT format is compatible with both Mac and Windows
6:40 - Explaining Case Sensitive and Encryption formats on mac
7:22 - Finishing my example of formatting an external drive to Mac OS Extended Journaled
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If this was helpful leave a comment! To Summarize how to format your external hard drives on Mac. Use Disk Utility. Use the Mac OS Extended Journaled format if you work on Mac computers only (choose APFS instead if you work with newer Macs and have a SSD or flash drive.) If you want the external drive to work on both Windows and Mac then choose ExFAT. Timecodes:
0:00 - Intro
0:26 - Eject all other drives connected to your mac
0:38 - What to expect when connecting a windows NTFS formatted drive or usb drive to a mac
1:21 - Using Disk Utility to format an external drive or usb thumb drive on a mac
1:57 - What to do if you don't see APFS and other options in format menu in Disk Utility
3:05 - Explaining AFPS (Apple File System) and when to use it for formatting a drive
3:57 - Running test to see if AFPS, Mac OS extended, or ExFAT is faster transfer speeds
4:37 - Why you shouldn't format an external drive to AFPS
5:16 - Explaining Mac OS Extended Journaled Format
5:52 - Explaining MS DOS (FAT) Format
6:14 - ExFAT format is compatible with both Mac and Windows
6:40 - Explaining Case Sensitive and Encryption formats on mac
7:22 - Finishing my example of formatting an external drive to Mac OS Extended Journaled
MS DOS limits my file transfer to only 4 GB, is there any format that is compatible for both windows and mac with no file transfer limit?
i like this very good and easy but my mac is not letting me format it it keep saying error
can u help me
I have a dumb question. Why can't I just Drag and drop files into the drive when it pops up on my desktop?....
This was so helpful! Thank you for being so articulate, and explaining things so clearly!
Clear and straightforward explanation. I am 80 old and was able to follow the instruction and erase my files. Excellent communicator.
This was the best explanation I've seen about formatting external hard drives. Good job Javier, keep em coming 😊
Glad it was helpful for you Michael!
I totally agree. So frustrating
I couldn't agree more. The best by far.
I agree!
I agree 100%
After poking around the internet for an hour, this is by far the most thorough and easy-to-understand video covering this topic...thanks Javier.
totally agree!
Im a little confused from other TH-cam videos about this topic, but you explain it very well and you nailed. thumbs UP😃
Best, most concise explanation of the various format types that I've heard.
Thank you Javier for jumping right into the topic, speaking fast and concisely, and conveying excellent relevant info in the least amount of time.
Very well done. Best lesson on the subject I have ever seen or heard. You jammed a lot of good info into this and did not waste any time. Very much appreciated lesson in storage device formatting. Thanks much!
Thank you for such a clear, straight forward explanation. My husband used to do these things for me but due to health problems he can't. I'm learning thanks to wonderful people like you. Thank you.
Thank You!! I searched all over the web and you're the only one whose instructions and explanation got my Seagate external hard drive to work for my iMac.
This video was really helpful. I have a stack of hard drives that I haven't been able to use because they were formatted to Windows, but now that I've switched over to Mac they've just been sitting in a cupboard. I've asked people about what I should do, and they just say "oh, just reformat it". Zero further explanation of how to do that... and because I'm an idiot when it comes to technology, I haven't been able to figure it out until coming across your video. So thank you. Super helpful, really detailed information, clear instructions. Loved it. Thanks again. :)
This is a must watch video for many of the people still out there, searching on how to setup the extranal drives to their mac! It worked immediately for me without any issues, and you have explanined things in such way. Many thanks dude! Cheers 😎👍
This video was THE best instructional video I've ever had. I cannot tell you how many different youtube videos don't even mention that if you have a Mac - you are probably going to have to reformat your external hard drive that you just bought. I don't think I've ever commented on a video EVER and today is a new day. You helped us so much! Thank you!
You did a really good job. Thank you for making it simple, quick and professional.
Much more complicated than I expected. Guess that’s why it’s called a hard drive
Soft drive just doesn’t roll off the tongue as well ha! Thanks for watching Chris!
Don’t even get started on floppy disks...
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Brilliant video, clearly explains everything, and had the EXACT info I needed at the right moment to stop me doing the wrong format for a Time Machine SSD. Wish more videos were this good and clear!
Simple. Clear. Step-by-step. Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks Javier.
You’re a life saver and thanks for taking the time to explain the different formats
Never found a video so perfectly explain EXACTLY what I needed
This was the easiest to follow video about tech I've ever seen...I didn't skip a single thing AND I feel like I learnt something! Thanks
This was super helpful! I found this two years later and it is still relevant for the SSD I purchased and my new Mac. Kudos! Cheers.
you're awesome, informative, and straight to the point
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YES!! Saved me from buying a new drive. Your tip on NOT using the included software is spot-on! I tried to erase/format my WD easy store a few different times - nothing. Your step by step video was exactly what I needed. THANKS SO MUCH for sharing your knowledge with us!
Glad I could help Paul!
Great video. What I liked most was that you didn't talk about irrelevant things and you didn't talk slowly. I get frustrated when it takes forever to get the information you need. Loved it.
Excellent tutorial-exactly what I needed. Thank you for the bonus discussion regarding the differences between the format options. 😊
I am so F*&%#$ing appreciative that you took the time to annotate and index your meeting minutes for us. It's the perfect antidote for typical windbaggery.
Glad it helped Gus!
Thank you my brother, simple explanation. 🙏
Thank you so much for making this video! You’re so intelligent and helpful! I was able to format western digital easystore hard drive on my Mac-book and store my files in here. I am so glad you’ve shared your computer and tech knowledge. I got a lot of value from you and this video.
This video was a blessing to me! I am new to Mac and the photography world and this video was very very helpful. Short, sweet, and to the point. Thank you so much!!
This was very helpful! I spent hrs trying to figure it out myself. Then I came across this video and did it in less then 5 min! Thank you so much! :)
No even water can be more clear than this video, thanks a lot!!
Nice! Very nice! Thank you for actually explaining each one because so many videos act like it's not even there. You allow us to make an informed decision.
This came in clutch. I've been having issues with my FCP projects for two full days. Even bought a new computer! Come to realize after chatting with Apple support this is what I needed to know and you even clarified the options more than they did, so thank you so much for this!
Thank you very much, I did each step of your instruction and working perfectly now!
Glad I could help Annie!
Great video! Going daily on the videos and running out of space lol!
As a many-year PC guy with my first Mac (Mini - Ventura) this was AWESOME! Had a NTFS drive I needed to repurpose for both Mac & PC and told me all I needed to know. THANK YOU!
thank you!! Super helpful, so much better than the other guides because you actually explain all the options instead of just saying "use EX FAT"! Take care ☺️
you're a damn life saver, thank you
Hey Javier, thanks for the informative video. What if I already have a lot of important files on my external drive? Is there a fast way to backup my files before reformatting?
Thanks a lot for your detailed and straight cut explanation, was having problems when taking my hard disk from windows to mac with problems like moving and deleting files, this helped me a lot. THANKS!
I so like your style of moving through information QUICKLY!! Very good JM.
surprised you don't have more subscribers.. interesting. Seem like a legit tech person....
Thanks Rebbe! Have to start somewhere, I’ll keep putting my content out there, it will come in time.
This is the most easy to understand explanation of how to format the external hard drive. I watch other videos and none of them is as good and clear than this.
Such a helpful video! You squeezed in all the right details in such a short amount of time!
I also wanted to mention that you were the just the only one who mentioned how to search "Disk Utility". For a layman like me it means the world. Thanks bro.
Thank you so much, Javier...watched another video regarding this topic yesterday and walked away uncertain about some things. Found your tutorial today and its all clear now!! You did a great job explaining everything...very clear and concise. I am very new to Mac and technology eludes me at times....I am looking forward to learning more on your channel!
Love it! Clear, concise, understandable and no wasted words. Subbed. Thank you!
Great one👌
I really was searching for which one of formats is good for me, so with your explanation I found it very simple.
Thanks
This is the most helpful and straight-to-the-point video and I needed it so much because I was this close to tossing my hard drive out the window not knowing how to format it. thank you
Thank you soo much for this video! Great simple and short explanation for exactly what I’ve needed! Ive had my harddrive for going on two years now and could never find a video that actually explained how to format!!
Now I can clear some of the storage space on my macbook🙏🏼
This was very helpful. I had no idea why I couldn't see the other formats until watching your video. Thanks!
Okay, maybe I've only viewed 100 or so tutorials, but this one by Javier was THE BEST TUTORIAL I'VE SEEN! It could be a prime teaching tool on how to make an efficient, functional tutorial. Javier checked all the boxes & then some. Thank you Javier, I look forward to your future instructions!
Love your short and comprehensive videos! (Especially with things timestamped) really helpful!
This video saved my life!!! I've had a seagate hard drive sitting aorund doing nothing for a year because I couldn't figure out how to get it to work on my mac laptop! I finally decided to tackle the issue again and was searching around and finally came across your video. THANK YOU!!!
Thanks for sharing this video Javier, easy to follow plus the additional info on the different HD format options.
I'm was a confused beginner, now that I have encountered your class! WoW, you take no prisoners. Your delivery is not for the faint of Heart, but if you really want to learn & not continue to be LAZY, the WORK done for you. This is for the Faint of Heart. YES, Javier, Bring it. This is the delivery of info without pity as a Military Instructor. Get it or Recycle in life. But, you do have passion for us to timely absorb the wealth of info !!?? Only for some of us you are fast!.But, no excuses we can view your video again, again, again & again until we get it. No tears participants of seeking Knowledge. Hang in there. I'm just 72 y/o who started using Pc's 5-8 yrs ago. ... I may be a couple of yrs behind , But You Younger one's are not to leave me behind! Hang in there! YaHoooooooooo ecddd
Thanks for thoroughly explaining all the options to help me best choose for my needs.
This was by far the best video I’ve watched regarding external HD’s! My Mac wasn’t reading mine until I saw this video! Thanks so much!
Absolutely superb explanation, Very easy to follow and I highly recommend this. I just got a new WD Elements 4 TB to back up my files and was puzzled why I couldn't drag and drop files as usual on my Mac. Javier solved my problem! Thanks Javier!
Thank you for all your explanations on the different formats so that I can choose the right one for me! Your instructions were so clear and easy to follow. I needed to format my old external hard drive that was not working anymore. Although, my drive was not formatting at first using the 'Erase' option. I kept getting error messages (again, because my drive was not working even though it was previously formatted for my mac). FYI, if anyone else is having the same problem, select the option 'First Aid' to fix any errors, then do the 'Erase'. That worked like a charm! Now I have my drive working again.
thanks a lot, very useful.
Thank you so much! I was reading about how to do this online and it sounded so complicated-it only took me 1 minute following this tutorial! Thank you! :)
Thank you so much, Javier! Your explanation was simple enough for someone like me, who did not even know the disk utility app existed before your video! We bought the hard drive to back up our wedding photos! Now we have them! Thank you! I also feel like I can apply what I learned to something else in the future. You are awesome!
This was so helpful thank you! Especially explaining the file formats and 'Show All Devices' tip.
I was just going to say that it’s the easiest and the most comprehensive explanation, without any BS information I don’t need, but someone beat me to it. Dude! I finally just started backing up my photos from the phone. It was so freaking painful to shoot a video only if you have anything to erase to free up some space. Thank you so much!
so easy to follow! You simplified a complex task ...thanks so much! And it was straight to the point.
Thank you for this vid. I had formatted to the MS-DOS and my 4T went down to 2T. In ExFat I kept the full 4T capacity. Thank you once again
Thank you for getting straight to the points and not overtalking!!!!!!! And the organizational format is fantastic. You sir are the blueprint for all thats good!
the most straightforward and helpful video!!! thank you for getting straight to it and explaining everything for a beginner
Wow Brilliant. As a 74 yr old. It was clear and i followed sate by stage. The information re the various options super. Thanks a million.
Thank you! I loved this video and it was super helpful. I was surprised that my new Toshiba external drive had no further information as to how to format. Your video was fantastic. Great energy!
Superb video, Javier! Super helpful and easy to understand. Happy I stumbled across your channel for all my future mac/tech needs.
Awesome video and information. The quality of lighting and audio is superb too!
Thank you so much - helped me format the 2T WD hard drive I just took out of its casing because I wanted to use it as a straightforward hard drive. Your video was so helpful.🙏
This was great! Thanks for quickly walking me through the proper install and settings for my new SSD! Loved the video! And ALWAYS important to have back-ups of back-ups of back-ups!
This was extreme helpful when trying to figure out what option is best and why. Thank you!
Thank you. The tip to select view was terrific. I could not figure where my TimeMachine segment was hiding! Great communications - no jargon and good examples.
Time and time again I come back to this video to make sure I’m doing it correctly. Clearly shown and well explained. Thank you
Now this is how you create a great informative video for someone that has little knowledge about computers. Informative but to the point, not overly technical. Thank you very much!!!!
Great little video. Just bought a Seagate One Touch External HDD which came in EXFAT format. Encryption important to me so I chose MAC OS Extended (Journaled, Encrypted). Thanks for the post.
thank you so much! I was having a headache trying to get my hard drive to work and this video just solved my problem in a few seconds. THANK YOU!!
Awesome explanation. I’m new to Mac and I’ve tried to download pictures to external hard drive….. And then I found your video and you picked it up and solved the problem for me. Thank you very much.
Javier, you're a master! Thank you. just added a OWC elite pro dual and I formatted the new drive as per your recommendations for an i-mac, working perfectly!
Well done, Javier! Very helpful. Your tutorials will be my go-to from now on!
Best explanation I’ve seen online on how to fix a flash drive to work on Mac and it was extremely helpful .
This was the best explanation I've seen, it was really helpful. Thank you so much Javier.
Quick and Simple. Thank you, I was able to understand and easily access the drive with no issues
It worked! Thank you so much! I had to make my seagate from Window to Mac and your explanation was sooo good and easy to do together with you, and now it works! You're the best!
Perfectly helpful, and direct to the point. Additional explanations much appreciated.
this was very helpful and straight to the point, thank you. Other videos out there are way too long just to explain a "how to format external drive"
Super HELPFUL !! Thanks a lot for the detailed explanation and step wise partition of the video. Kudos on the video and keep up the good work.
Simple but thorough explanation - THANK YOU!
Never seen such details about hard drives & formats like this ever before. Wow im surprised and subscribe for sure. Thanks bro
Dude! This video was perfect. Articulate, understandable and very well organized. Thanks!
thank you for going into great detail on which versions do what. This tutorial was really helpful.
Javier, much thanks my brother. Keep up the good work. This tutorial was on point big time. I just purchased the SSD Samsung T7 and your explanation made it smooth as butter getting it synched up with my iMac2020. All the best. Happy Holidays.
Thank you so much!! I was going crazy trying to get it to work for me, but your explanation was easy to follow and straight to the point! Thanks again
Your way of presentation is excellent. You mention all necessary facts in a well organized way in a short period of time. Thank you.
Thank You Nuwan!
Always the best, simple tough detailed enough tutorials! Just got my first macboookkkk ahhhhh I'm feeling such a newbieee
Thank you so much! Sorted in minutes. You have even solved the long standing mystery of my 'big files' could not be written! Brilliant!
great insights and added options needed to know - my OLD Ext HD - Finally sorted - saved me money and got me 1TB back!!