Convert a FAT32 volume to NTFS without losing any data
To convert a FAT32 volume to NTFS without losing any data, you can use the built-in Windows command-line tool. Here's how:
Steps to Convert FAT32 to NTFS:
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Backup Your Data (Optional but Recommended):
- Although this method is designed to keep your data intact, it's always a good idea to back up your important files in case something goes wrong.
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Open Command Prompt:
- Press
Win + R
to open the Run dialog. - Type
cmd
and press Enter. Alternatively, search for Command Prompt in the Start menu and select "Run as Administrator."
- Press
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Run the Conversion Command:
- In the Command Prompt, type the following command and press Enter:
Replaceconvert D: /fs:ntfs
D:
with the letter of the drive you want to convert.
- In the Command Prompt, type the following command and press Enter:
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Wait for the Process to Complete:
- The system will process the conversion. It might take some time depending on the size of the drive and the amount of data stored on it.
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Verify the Conversion:
- Once the conversion is complete, open File Explorer, right-click the drive, and select Properties.
- Under the File System section, it should now display NTFS.
Key Points:
- This method converts the file system in-place without formatting, so your data remains intact.
- Make sure there’s enough free space on the drive for the conversion process to complete successfully.
- System and boot drives cannot be converted while the system is running. For these drives, you may need to use a third-party tool or perform the conversion externally.
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