You should not format a USB flash drive every time you want to take information off it; simply deleting the files is typically sufficient for regular use. Formatting erases all data on the drive and resets the file system, which is unnecessary if you're just looking to remove specific files. However, formatting may be useful if you're experiencing issues with the drive or need to prepare it for a different file system. In general, deleting files is quicker and preserves the drive's structure.
Format it or delete it.
To format a hard drive means to delete any information on the drive and to set up a file system so Windows 7 can read from it and write data to it.
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If you are sure you want to delete the windows xp partition then you can use the windows CD to do the job.Boot the machine with the CD in the drive and you should get the option to format the drive.Just be sure this is what you want as you will lose all your data stored on the drive.
To erase a thumb or flash drive, place it in a USB port. Find the drive in Windows Explorer. Right click on the drive in Explorer. A menu will drop down with Format being a choice. Click on Format and follow instructions.
Most cameras come with a USB cable to connect to the computer, Connect it to the computer and wait for the drive to appear in My Computer, right click the drive and click format. In the dialog box, click start, Windows will format(delete everything) drive.
Delete them, doh!
It will do what it says, it will format (delete everything off) your flash drive. Just make sure you select the right one.
When you format a hard-drive, you will lose any information on that drive.
If you want to delete them all, there should be some sort of format function for either the memory or hard drive. WOW this was helpful! Your kidding me right.
Formatting deletes everything and a drive, disc or card. You should save any information you wish to keep to a separate drive such as your computer then format the card.
Format the hard drive, install another version of Windows, or a Linux distribution.