Windows 10 - How To Partition Hard Drives [Tutorial]

Summary

This tutorial provides a step-by-step guide on how to partition a hard drive in Windows 10. The video explains how to access disk management through the Start menu, shrink the volume of an existing drive, and create a new simple volume using the unallocated space. It covers assigning a new drive letter, formatting the new partition, and completing the process. The tutorial is straightforward and user-friendly, making it easy for viewers to follow along and partition their hard drive effectively.

Takeaways

• 💻 The video provides a tutorial on partitioning a hard drive on a Windows 10 computer.
• 🔌 The process applies to both internal and external hard drives once they are connected to the computer.
• 🖱️ Start by opening the Start menu and typing 'format' to find 'Create and format hard disk partitions'.
• 🖱️ Right-click on the current drive (e.g., C Drive) and select 'Shrink Volume' to reduce the drive size.
• 📏 The amount of shrinkage should be entered in megabytes (e.g., 1024 MB = 1 GB).
• 🔲 After shrinking, there will be unallocated space available to create a new partition.
• 🖱️ Right-click the unallocated space and select 'New Simple Volume' to initiate the volume creation wizard.
• 🧑‍💻 Assign a drive letter (e.g., E) to the new volume and choose whether to name it or keep the default.
• ⚙️ Ensure 'Perform a quick format' is selected during setup to complete the partition process.
• ✅ Once finished, Windows will recognize the new drive, completing the partitioning process.

Q & A

What is the purpose of the tutorial in the video?

The purpose of the tutorial is to show users how to partition a hard drive on a Windows 10 computer.

What should be done before following the steps in the tutorial?

Before following the steps, you should connect your new hard drive to your computer, whether it's an internal or external drive.

How do you start the partitioning process in Windows 10?

You start by opening the Start menu, typing 'format,' and selecting 'Create and format hard disk partitions' from the best match options.

What action should be taken to partition an existing drive?

To partition an existing drive, right-click on the drive, select 'Shrink Volume,' and specify the size you want to shrink.

How is the size of the partition defined?

The size of the partition is defined in megabytes (MB), where 1024 MB equals 1 gigabyte (GB). You cannot assign more than the available space on the drive.

What happens after you shrink the volume of a drive?

After shrinking the volume, you will see unallocated space, which you can right-click on and select 'New Simple Volume' to continue.

What does the 'New Simple Volume Wizard' do?

The 'New Simple Volume Wizard' helps you create a simple volume on a disk by guiding you through the steps of setting its size, assigning a drive letter, and formatting the new partition.

What should you do when assigning a drive letter?

When assigning a drive letter, choose any letter that is not already in use by another drive. The default is often 'E'.

What is recommended when formatting the new partition?

It is recommended to perform a quick format when creating the new partition, which will format it faster.

What is the final step to complete the partitioning process?

The final step is to click 'Finish' in the 'New Simple Volume Wizard,' and Windows will notify you once the new drive has been successfully recognized.