You might need to format an external hard drive before you can use it with your computer. We have some tips to help the process go smoothly.

Our guide will walk you through the complete step-by-step process of buying, installing, and formatting a new budget-focused SSD for your Windows desktop.

Formatting an external storage drive can serve various purposes, whether it's preparing a USB drive for a fresh start, clearing out an external SSD, or adapting a hard drive for compatibility with ...