Is there size limits for a USB flash drive?

I am not getting logs on a 64-gig chip. My 16-gig chip is working.

The answer is a bit complicated.

First, ensure that your USB flash drive is formatted to FAT32.

While the FAT32 file system itself can support partitions larger than 32GB, Microsoft Windows restricts formatting FAT32 partitions to a maximum of 32GB. This limitation is not due to the FAT32 specification itself but rather a decision by Microsoft, likely encouraging the use of NTFS and exFAT file systems.

Consequently, most 64GB flash drives found in the market are preformatted with NTFS or exFAT. These file systems require license fees to Microsoft.

However, it is possible to format a larger flash drive to FAT32 using third-party software. Caution is advised when using free USB formatting tools, as some may contain malware such as trojans or viruses. Always ensure you are downloading software from a reputable source.

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It appears that windows 11 no longer accepts formatting to FAT32. Is there a good program that allows this option?

I found software that can repartition and format SD cards. Google EaseUS Partition Master.

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