Troubleshooting: Why Can't Your PS4 Read exFAT Drives?

Discover why your PS4 may not read exFAT drives and how to troubleshoot the issue effectively.

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The PS4 does support exFAT file system, but if your console isn't reading it, make sure the drive is properly formatted on a computer. Go to your computer, right-click the drive, select 'Format,' choose 'exFAT' and uncheck 'Quick Format' for a thorough reset.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What file formats does PS4 support? PS4 supports FAT32 and exFAT file systems for external drives.
  2. How do I format an external drive for PS4? To format an external drive for PS4, connect it to your computer, right-click the drive, select 'Format', and choose 'exFAT', ensuring 'Quick Format' is unchecked.
  3. Can I use NTFS drives on PS4? No, PS4 does not support NTFS drives; you must use FAT32 or exFAT formats.

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