The SD Memory Card Formatter formats SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card (respectively SD/SDHC/SDXC Cards) complying with the SD File System Specification created by the SD Association (SDA). Show It is strongly recommended to use the SD Memory Card Formatter to format SD/SDHC/SDXC Cards rather than using formatting tools provided with individual operating systems. In general, formatting tools provided with operating systems can format various storage media including SD/SDHC/SDXC Cards, but it may not be optimized for SD/SDHC/SDXC Cards and it may result in lower performance. SD/SDHC/SDXC Cards have a “Protected Area” for SD Card security purposes. The SD Memory Card Formatter does not format the protected area in the SD/SDHC/SDXC Cards. The protected area shall be formatted by an appropriate PC application or SD host devices that provide SD security function. The SD Memory Card Formatter doesn’t support SD/SDHC/SDXC Card encrypted by the “BitLocker To Go” functionality of Windows. Please format the SD/SDHC/SDXC Card after it has been unlocked. System RequirementsOperating Systems:SD/SDHC/SDXC Windows Windows 7 (32/64-bit) Windows 8 (32/64-bit) Windows 8.1 (32/64-bit) Windows 10 Version 1511 (32/64-bit) Windows 10 Version 1607 (32/64-bit) Windows 10 Version 1703 (32/64-bit) Windows 10 Version 1709 (32/64-bit) Windows 10 Version 1803 (32/64-bit) Windows 10 Version 1809 (32/64-bit) Windows 10 Version 1903 (32/64-bit) Windows 10 Version 1909 (32/64-bit) Windows 10 Version 2004 (32/64-bit) Windows 10 Version 20H2 (32/64-bit) Windows 10 Version 21H1 (32/64-bit) Windows 10 Version 22H2 (32/64-bit) Windows 11 Version 21H2 (64-bit) Mac Mac OS X 10.7 Lion Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan macOS 10.12 Sierra macOS 10.13 High Sierra macOS 10.14 Mojave macOS 10.15 Catalina macOS 11 Big Sur macOS 12 Monterey Note: If you have a Mac with Apple silicon, e.g. M1, you might be asked to install Rosetta in order to open the SD Card Formatter. Important Notice:Administrator Rights is required for Windows and Mac OS/macOS to execute SD Memory Card Formatter. SD Interface DevicesThe following interface devices can be used to access SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards:
Always confirm that the device is compatible with the SD, SDHC or SDXC memory card before formatting. SD Memory Card Formatter Download for Windows/MacDeveloped by Tuxera User’s Manual of SD Memory Card Formatter for Windows/MacCopyright NoticeMicrosoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Apple, Mac, macOS are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. UHS‑II (Mac Studio introduced in 2022 or later, MacBook Pro introduced in 2021 or later, iMac introduced in 2020 and iMac Pro only) To use smaller cards such as MiniSD and MicroSD, use an adaptor:  Secure Digital Input Output (SDIO) cards are not supported. Avoid using cards that are thicker than 2.1 mm, as they may damage the SD card slot if you try to insert them. When you insert an SD card, make sure that the metal contacts face down and point toward the computer. Don't force media into the SD card slot, as this may cause damage. To eject an SD card, drag the icon that represents the card to the Bin. After the icon has disappeared from your desktop, you can remove the card from the slot. Don't remove a card while your Mac is in sleep, as this could lead to data loss. Always wake your computer and eject the SD card before removing it from your Mac. If you insert your card and it doesn't mount, remove the card and insert it again. Sometimes the SD card won't mount properly if you insert the card too slowly or too quickly. If the card still won't mount, you may need to reformat your SD card. If the message "cannot be modified" appears when trying to use the card, the SD card may be locked. To unlock the card, eject the card, then remove the card from the computer. Adjust the lock slider tab on the card to unlock the card, then reinsert the card into the slot. See the manufacturer's instructions for the location of the slider tab. Information about products not manufactured by Apple, or independent websites not controlled or tested by Apple, is provided without recommendation or endorsement. Apple assumes no responsibility with regard to the selection, performance or use of third-party websites or products. Apple makes no representations regarding third-party website accuracy or reliability. Contact the vendor for additional information. |
