If i have to copy a file larger than 4GB on a pendrive and play it on an android TV, what should be the format of the pendrive and how can i do that?

If i have to copy a file larger than 4GB on a pendrive and play it on an android TV, what should be the format of the pendrive and how can i do that?

Posted on Nov 13, 2021 11:14 PM

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Posted on Nov 14, 2021 7:40 AM

Hi SHUBHAMAGARWAL3060,


You should format (erase) your pendrive as ExFAT, using the Master Boot Record for maximum compatibility. ExFAT allows for files to be larger than 4 GB, and it is compatible with many operating systems and devices.


To format (erase) your pendrive, connect it to your Mac, and open Disk Utility (in Applications -> Utilities). Click View -> Show All Devices. Then, select the top level of the pendrive and click Erase. Choose ExFAT as the format, and Master Boot Record as the scheme. Then click Erase.


Hope this helps!

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Nov 14, 2021 7:40 AM in response to SHUBHAMAGARWAL3060

Hi SHUBHAMAGARWAL3060,


You should format (erase) your pendrive as ExFAT, using the Master Boot Record for maximum compatibility. ExFAT allows for files to be larger than 4 GB, and it is compatible with many operating systems and devices.


To format (erase) your pendrive, connect it to your Mac, and open Disk Utility (in Applications -> Utilities). Click View -> Show All Devices. Then, select the top level of the pendrive and click Erase. Choose ExFAT as the format, and Master Boot Record as the scheme. Then click Erase.


Hope this helps!

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