How to Rename Removable Drive on iPad

I can rename folders and files but not removable drives in files. It there a magic trick or is this an oversight by Apple?

iPad Pro, 12.9-inch, 6th Gen, Wi-Fi

Posted on Oct 27, 2022 11:53 PM

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Posted on Oct 28, 2022 08:20 AM

iOS/iPadOS lack any means by which to format (or reformat) external storage devices.

At present, at least for current versions (iOS/iPadOS 15.7.1 and 16.1), the OS also lacks capability of renaming an external storage device.

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Oct 28, 2022 08:20 AM in response to CalebChiarelli

iOS/iPadOS lack any means by which to format (or reformat) external storage devices.

At present, at least for current versions (iOS/iPadOS 15.7.1 and 16.1), the OS also lacks capability of renaming an external storage device.

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Dec 8, 2022 01:37 AM in response to LotusPilot

You’re very experienced here in the community but, if possible, could you post a source for your reply? Thanks.

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How to Rename Removable Drive on iPad