How to Format a Memory Card for Kodak Camera

Memory cards are commonly used in digital cameras and other gadgets.

Memory cards are a popular form of solid-state (an object without moving parts) storage. Used for cellular phones, MP3 players, GPS units, digital cameras and other electronics devices, you may choose to use memory cards in more than one device over its lifetime. Due to the differences in how devices create directories and format the structure of memory cards, you will need to format your memory card when using your memory card in a different device. Formatting the memory card also prepares a new memory card for use with the Kodak camera.

Instructions

1. Insert and secure the memory card into the memory card slot on the camera.

2. Set the mode dial to "Preferences" or to "Camera Setup," depending on your camera model.

3. Turn on the Kodak camera.

4. Scroll through the options until you find the "Format Memory" icon, which looks like an aluminum trash can.

5. Press the "Do It" button on your camera.

6. Select "Continue Format" to verify that you wish to format the memory card. Press the "Do It" button again.

Tips & Warnings

• Formatting the memory card deletes all files and directories, including any photographs previously taken. Transfer the photographs to your computer prior to formatting the card.

References

• Kodak: How to Format Your Memory Card (DC215)
• Kodak: How to Format Your Memory Card (DC3400)
• Kodak: How to Format Your Memory Card (DC200/DC210)

Resources

• Kodak: Help Center