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When to use APFS format

When should I use APFS to format an external drive? Can APFS be used for Time Machine backup drive?


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Posted on Jun 14, 2020 9:36 AM

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Posted on Jun 14, 2020 9:42 AM

Time Machine wants to see GUID/HFS+ (extended journaled)



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Jun 14, 2020 9:42 AM in response to artminds

Time Machine wants to see GUID/HFS+ (extended journaled)



Types of disks you can use with Time Machine on Mac - Apple ...


Backup disks you can use with Time Machine - Apple Support





File system formats available in Disk Utility on Mac - Apple ...



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