I'm trying to convert my 1TB external hard drive from exFAT to NTFS so I can download an Xbox game on my laptop. However, I'm running into a major problem: when I attempt this conversion, it warns me that it will erase all my data, which includes around 300GB of games. Unfortunately, I don't have enough space on my desktop to transfer the files elsewhere, and I'm not sure how to back them up. I've been looking for solutions for hours, so I'm really hoping someone can help me find a way to do this without losing my data!
4 Answers
I heard about MiniTool Partition Wizard being able to perform a lossless conversion from exFAT to NTFS, but I haven’t tried it myself. It might be worth looking into!
If you're looking for a quick fix, you might just have to move your data off temporarily, format the drive to NTFS, and then move everything back. It's the simplest method, though I know it’s not what you want to hear.
It's tough, but you can't convert without losing data. There was once a program called Partition Magic that could do things like this, but it's no longer available. Your best bet really might just be to buy another drive.
Unfortunately, you can't directly convert exFAT to NTFS without formatting the entire drive, which means losing all your data. One approach could be to create a new NTFS partition, transfer all your files there, delete the exFAT partition, and then extend the NTFS partition to use the whole drive. But honestly, this method can be risky, especially if you aren't experienced with partitioning. I’d recommend getting an additional drive instead if possible.
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