Can't Shrink the 3 TB USB Drive, How to Fix?
I have a 3TB USB drive with a single partition, and I want to shrink it to create a second partition. However, I can only shrink 700 MB, while the hard drive showed 1.2 TB is available to shrink. What should I do?
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Roxanne· Answered on Dec 28, 2023
The Windows built-in tool will not let you shrink the disk as there are system files, which you need to seek the help of third-party software. EaseUS Partition Master is the expert in coping with the inability to shrink volume issue. Its "Resize/Move" tool allows users to extend, shrink, and remove partitions easily.
Follow the instructions below to shrink the 3 TB USB drive:
Step 1. Locate and select the target partition by right-clicking it and selecting "Resize/Move".
Step 2. Drag your mouse to adjust the shrink size of the target partition. Click "OK" to check the warning.
Step 3. Execute the operation by clicking "Execute Task" >"Apply."
Beyond the Windows limitations, the bad sectors on your USB drive can also lead to the "can't shrink the 3 TB USB drive" problem. In this case, you can run CHKDSK commands in the Command Prompt to repair:
- Click the Start button, enter cmd, and run it as an administrator.
- In the command prompt window, write chkdsk DriveLetter: /r and hit "Enter" to locate and repair bad sectors on your USB drive.
Read and learn the passage below to explore more information about CHKDSK commands.
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