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 ==== SDFormatter ====
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+SDFormatter (at time of writing V4.0) is used to unsurprisingly to format SD Cards. While on a new card this may be of little use, it is certainly very useful for Micro SD Cards you have already used, and wish to re-use.
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+Most Linux distributions will create an array of partitions on your Micro SD Card, and the easiest way to get rid of all of them, so you can start a fresh install is to use the SDFormatter application.
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+SDFormatter operation is about as simple as it get. Insert the Micro SD Card, run SDFormatter, hit 'Format' button.
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