How to Format a Windows 10 NTFS on Mac

Are you trying to format your NTFS drive on a Mac and wondering how to do it? If so, this step-by-step guide will walk you through the process of formatting your Windows 10 NTFS drive on a Mac.

Before we begin, make sure to backup all the content on your drive. This is because, as you'll learn later in this article, macOS cannot write data on NTFS drives by default and any changes made without proper precautions could result in data loss or corruption.

To format your Windows 10 NTFS drive on a Mac, start by plugging it into your Mac using a USB or Thunderbolt cable. Once connected, launch Finder and verify that the drive is detected by your Mac.

Next, rename your NTFS drive. To do this, right-click on the drive in the side menu of Finder and select 'Rename.' Assign a one-word name to your drive for easier identification.

Now, plug in your NTFS drive to a Windows computer. You'll need to use it to complete the formatting process.

On your Windows 10 computer, press the Windows key + S to search for 'This PC' and locate the NTFS drive. Right-click on it and select 'Rename.' Rename the drive with a new name of your choice.

Now that you've renamed your NTFS drive, unplug it from your Windows computer and plug it back into your Mac.

To enable macOS to write data to your NTFS drive, you'll need to use terminal commands. This method is not officially supported by Apple and may come with additional risks such as corrupting your device or bricking it permanently.

Before proceeding, make sure you understand the potential risks involved and take necessary precautions to backup your data.

By following these steps, you should be able to format your Windows 10 NTFS drive on a Mac. However, please note that this method is not recommended and may come with additional risks. Always backup your data before making any changes to your drive.

How to format a windows 10 ntfs on mac