I just tried to create a bootable USB stick with Linux Mint using Balena Etcher, but now my MacBook says it can't read the disk. I'm not sure what to do next. Can anyone guide me on how to fix this? If formatting is part of the solution, could you please let me know what format I need to use to successfully flash the ISO without running into these errors?
3 Answers
You might need to write a new partition table to revert the USB back to a regular storage device. Then, you can format and partition it as usual. Some Linux imaging tools have a revert option, but just double-check that your USB isn't faulty.
If you're looking for tutorials on any of the suggested methods, there are plenty available online! Just make sure to follow one that matches your skill level.
This happens a lot when using Balena Etcher on Macs. It tends to format the USB with Linux partitions that macOS can't read. To fix it, you'll need to reformat the USB using Disk Utility on your Mac.
If you want a different approach, you might try using the `dd` command in Terminal. It's a bit technical but works well for flashing ISOs directly. Just make sure you set the partition scheme to GUID Partition Map for better compatibility with newer Macs.
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