{"id":60731,"date":"2024-04-16T16:01:59","date_gmt":"2024-04-16T16:01:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/?p=60731"},"modified":"2025-04-17T16:52:37","modified_gmt":"2025-04-17T16:52:37","slug":"fixed-sd-card-not-showing-up-issue-on-windows-10-11-mac-and-android","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/fixed-sd-card-not-showing-up-issue-on-windows-10-11-mac-and-android\/","title":{"rendered":"[FIXED] SD Card Not Showing Up Issue on Windows 10\/11, Mac, and Android"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Removing SD cards from cameras and slotting them into computers or smartphones is like second nature to most of us. Transferring data to and from set-top boxes, home theaters, and game consoles using SD cards is also standard practice. But imagine the frustration when your computer or phone does not recognize the card.I\u2019ll be covering why your SD card is not showing up on Windows 10 and 11, Mac, and Android and showing you how to get your computer or phone to recognize the storage device again.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Is My SD Card Not Showing Up?<\/h2>\n<p>Knowing why your SD card is not showing up on Mac, Android, or Windows takes you one step closer to fixing the problem. Let\u2019s explain the common causes of the problem:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Physical wear and tear<\/b>: SD cards are known to be quite durable, despite their typical plastic form factor. However, it\u2019s not impossible for them to suffer mechanical damage. While some manufacturers, like Sony, Samsung, and SanDisk, implement dust and water protection for their SD cards, other mid-range and budget SD cards can be vulnerable to these elements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Your SD card\u2019s metal pins could also become worn out due to how you repeatedly insert and remove it when switching between devices.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Malfunctioning SD card reader<\/b>: Your SD card reader can also be vulnerable to mechanical problems and prevent you from reading your card.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Incompatible file system<\/b>: Some <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/troubleshoot\/windows-client\/backup-and-storage\/fat-hpfs-and-ntfs-file-systems\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">file systems <\/a>, such as NTFS, are not universally supported. Your SD may be formatted using a file system not supported by your operating system.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Malware<\/b>: Some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/know-windows-10-computer-infected\/\">malicious programs <\/a> can cause logical errors on your SD card and also hide its contents.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Fix the \u201cSD Card Not Reading\u201d Issue<\/h2>\n<p>Now let\u2019s get to the main business. There are different fixes for the \u201ccomputer won\u2019t read an SD card\u201d problem, depending on the root cause and the operating system you use. I\u2019ll be showing you fixes that worked for me and other users on Windows, Mac, and Android.<\/p>\n<p>Before we begin with each operating system, please ensure you do the following:<\/p>\n<h3>Examine the SD card physically<\/h3>\n<p>Confirm that the SD card and its reader have not suffered any physical damage that may prevent your computer from detecting the card.<\/p>\n<h3>Try a different card reader<\/h3>\n<p>Your card reader is the bigger device you insert into your computer\u2019s SD card slot. It may be the reason you cannot access your SD card through your PC or Mac. Try using a different one and check if that works.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tipsbox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"tipsbox__heading\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__arrow-right\"><\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__shield\">PRO TIP<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__arrow-left\"><\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"tipsbox__text\">I\u2019ve also noticed that some devices, especially USB converters, do not work well with USB hubs. So, if you\u2019re connecting through a USB hub, consider connecting directly to your computer, as some devices do not work well with hubs. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h3>Confirm that your SD card slot is working<\/h3>\n<p>A faulty SD card slot or USB port is another possible cause of the problem. I have had instances where my computer failed to recognize devices connected to certain ports, and they worked after using different slots.<\/p>\n<p>If you use an SD card reader, consider trying a USB converter and check if that works. You can also connect the SD card to a different computer or smartphone to determine whether your computer or phone isn\u2019t the issue.<\/p>\n<h3>Restart your device<\/h3>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re experiencing the problem with your phone, PC, laptop, or Mac, restarting can get your SD card working again. If you\u2019re on Windows, ensure you use the Restart command instead of shutting down your PC and restarting it manually.<\/p>\n<h3>Unlock the memory card and remove the write protection<\/h3>\n<p>If you cannot perform operations with your SD card, you may have accidentally locked it. Most SD card readers have write protection switches on their sides that can prevent devices from recognizing or accessing the connected cards.<\/p>\n<p>If the switch is currently in the down position, then it is locked. Take it up to unlock the card and try connecting to your computer again.<\/p>\n<h2>How to Fix the SD Card Not Showing Up in Windows 11\/10 Issue<\/h2>\n<p>The following fixes will show you how to get your SD card working again if you use a Windows device.<\/p>\n<h3>Restart the SD card reader<\/h3>\n<p>The SD card reader driver may be experiencing glitches due to software conflicts and other temporary problems. Restarting the SD card reader in Device Manager can resolve these issues as it reinitializes the driver.<\/p>\n<p>Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Right-click the Start icon in your taskbar.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>Device Manager <\/i> after the Power Menu appears.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Once you see the Device Manager window, expand the <i>Universal Serial Bus controllers <\/i> category.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Right-click the SD card reader and select <i>Disable device <\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Right-click-the-SD-card-reader-and-select-Disable-device.png\" alt=\"Right-click the SD card reader and select Disable device\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>Yes <\/i> in the confirmation prompt.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Now, return to the SD card reader, right-click it, and click <i>Enable <\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Restart the Smart Card service<\/h3>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/windows\/security\/identity-protection\/smart-cards\/smart-card-smart-cards-for-windows-service\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Smart Card Windows service <\/a> is responsible for managing how your computer accesses and detects your SD card. So, your SD card may not show up because the service is inactive or malfunctioning. You can resolve this issue by restarting it and setting it to automatic. Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Head to the Start menu, type services , and click the first result.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/System-services.png\" alt=\"Head to the Start menu, type services, and click the first result \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Once the <i>Services <\/i>app opens, scroll to the <i>Smart Card <\/i> service and double-click it.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">After the <i>Properties <\/i> window pops up, click the <i>Stop <\/i> button if the service is currently running.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Now, go to the Startup type drop-down menu and select <i>Automatic <\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click the <i>Start <\/i> button and select <i>OK <\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Smart-Card-Properties-Local-Computer.png\" alt=\"Once the Services app opens, scroll to the Smart Card service and double-click it\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Close the Services app and restart your computer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can now connect your SD card and check if the \u201c PC not detecting an SD card \u201d problem has been resolved.<\/p>\n<h3>Reset the SD card driver<\/h3>\n<p>Another option that will likely help is reinstalling the SD card driver, as it may be corrupt. The process is easy. It involves going through the Device Manager to remove the driver and allowing Windows to automatically reinstall it.<\/p>\n<p>Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Launch the <i>Device Manager <\/i> and expand the <i>Universal Serial Bus controllers <\/i> section.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Right-click your card reader and select <i>Uninstall device <\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Device-manager-Realtek-uninstall-device.png\" alt=\"Right-click your card reader and select Uninstall device\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Confirm your decision and restart Windows.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Your operating system will automatically reinstall the driver once it boots.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"tipsbox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"tipsbox__heading\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__arrow-right\"><\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__shield\">PRO TIP<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__arrow-left\"><\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"tipsbox__text\">If the issue is not resolved, consider updating the driver, as it might be out of date. You can follow our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-update-drivers\/\">driver updating guide <\/a> to find the official update for the card reader and learn how to install it correctly. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h3>Change the SD card\u2019s drive letter<\/h3>\n<p>Many of us have tried and failed to access a memory card without an assigned drive letter. While it\u2019s standard practice for Windows to automatically assign drive letters to newly connected devices, the process may fail, and you may have to do it manually.<\/p>\n<p>Changing the SD card\u2019s automatically assigned drive letter can also force the operating system to recognize it. Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Right-click the Start button in the taskbar.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>Disk Management <\/i>in the menu.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Windows-disk-management.png\" alt=\"Click Click Disk Management\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Locate your SD card, right-click it, and click <i> Change Drive Letter and Paths <\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click the <i>Change <\/i> button and choose the new drive letter from the <i>Assign the following drive letter <\/i> drop-down menu.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>OK <\/i> in the open dialog boxes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can now check if the problem has been resolved.<\/p>\n<h3>Allocate a new partition on the SD card<\/h3>\n<p>Windows will not recognize a drive whose entire storage space is unallocated. You must create a partition with a working file system. While Windows prompts you to format such SD cards, it doesn\u2019t always happen.<\/p>\n<p>So, you must head to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-open-and-use-windows-10-disk-management\/\">Disk Management <\/a> to create a new partition. Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Right-click the Start button in the taskbar.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>Disk Management <\/i> in the menu.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Right-click the area marked <i>Unallocated <\/i> and select <i>New Simple Volume <\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select <i>Next<\/i>, choose the size of the partition you want to allocate, and click <i>Next<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">You can leave the default allocation, as Windows will automatically choose the entire available space. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>Next <\/i>again and format the new volume you just created.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select the <i>Next <\/i> button and click <i>Finish <\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Move on to the next method if you\u2019re still asking, \u201c Why is my SD card not showing up on my computer ?\u201d<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Also read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-open-disk-management-in-windows-11\/\">How to Open Disk Management in Windows 11? <\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Repair the SD card using the CHKDSK tool<\/h3>\n<p>The SD card may not be showing up because it has logical file system errors. You can use the CHKDSK tool to find and fix these problems to make the device whole again.<\/p>\n<p>The tool is a command-line utility, so ensure you follow the steps below carefully. You can look at my examples within the screenshots to get a good idea of what you should do:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Tap the Windows + R combo to open <i>Run <\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Type <i>cmd <\/i> into the Run box and press the Shift and Enter buttons simultaneously.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Run-cmd.png\" alt=\"Type in cmd\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">After the Command Prompt window opens, type the following and press Enter (ensure you replace <i>X <\/i> with the SD card\u2019s drive letter on your computer):<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><code>chkdsk X: \/r <\/code>Again, remember to replace <i>X <\/i> with the SD card\u2019s drive letter.<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/System32-chkdsk.png\" alt=\"Type in chkdsk X: \/r \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Allow the tool to check the drive and fix issues, as the process may run for several hours, depending on your SD card\u2019s size and speed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"tipsbox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"tipsbox__heading\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__arrow-right\"><\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__shield\">PRO TIP<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__arrow-left\"><\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"tipsbox__text\">CHKDSK has numerous different parameters. You can learn about them by following our full <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/ultimate-guide-how-to-check-for-and-fix-disk-errors-with-chkdsk-command\/#performing-disk-cleanup-before-running-chkdsk\">CHKDSK guide <\/a>. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h3>Use Windows PowerShell to show SD card files hidden by malware<\/h3>\n<p>Sometimes, you may notice that your SD card opens but only shows folders or nothing at all. This particular problem is usually <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/know-windows-10-computer-infected\/\">due to a malware infection. <\/a>It could make you think the SD card is damaged or corrupt, and you\u2019ve lost all your files. Thankfully, you can reveal your hidden files, back them up, and format your card to get rid of the malware infection. Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Tap the <code>Windows + X<\/code> combo to open the Power User Menu.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <i>Windows PowerShell (Admin) <\/i> or <i>Terminal (Admin) <\/i>, depending on your Windows version.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Windows-Terminal-admin.png\" alt=\"Windows Terminal (admin)\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Type the following lines into the PowerShell window and press Enter after each. Ensure you replace <i>X <\/i> with your SD card\u2019s drive letter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<pre>CD X: \r\n\r\nattrib -h -r -s \/s \/d X:\\*.*<\/pre>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Your SD card files should now be visible. Back them up and format your card.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Format the SD card<\/h3>\n<p>Sometimes, the SD card may malfunction because it uses an unsupported or corrupted file system. Formatting it will resolve this problem. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Right-click the Start logo in your taskbar and select <i>Disk Management <\/i> after connecting the SD card.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Right-click the SD card in Disk Management and click <i>Format <\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Once the Format dialog opens, select a file system that suits what you want in the <i>File System <\/i> drop-down menu and click <i>OK <\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Note that choosing a file system that is not supported by certain devices may prevent such devices from recognizing the SD card. For example, Android does not support NTFS. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">You can now check if the \u201c PC not recognizing an SD card \u201d issue has been resolved.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Formatting the card will erase every file stored on it. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h2>How to Fix the \u201cSD Card Not Showing Up on Android\u201d Problem<\/h2>\n<p>Most high-end Android phones now ship without SD card slots, as these storage devices can be prone to data loss and the \u201cMicro SD card not detected\u201d problem that many users often face. Still, many mid-range Android phones, such as my ever dependable Samsung Galaxy A70, support expandable storage using SD cards.<\/p>\n<p>Be that as it may, some people also face the \u201cSD card not reading\u201d problem when they try connecting their memory cards using USB On-The-Go (OTG) devices.<\/p>\n<p>The following methods can help you stop asking, \u201cWhy is my SD card not showing up on my phone?\u201d<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Before you proceed, insert the card into another phone to confirm whether your phone is the problem. You can also insert another SD card into your phone to confirm whether your SD card is damaged. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h3>Remount the SD card<\/h3>\n<p>One of the common reasons for the issue is that the card is not properly mounted. You can take out the SD card slot, reseat it, slot it back in, and check if it shows up. Ensure you restart your device after reinserting the SD card reader.<\/p>\n<p>You can also unmount SD cards from your phone\u2019s Settings environment if the phone detects the card but does not correctly interact with it. Follow these steps if you use a Samsung device:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Launch the <i>Settings <\/i> application.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Scroll down and tap <i>Device care <\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Tap <i>Storage <\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Once the Storage page opens, tap the three dots in the top-right corner and select <i>Advanced <\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Tap your SD card and then select <i>Unmount <\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Clean the SD card slot<\/h3>\n<p>Most Android devices that support SD cards lack water and dust protection like the high-end products. Environmental particles, especially things in your regular pocket, can make their way into the card slot. Even phones with IP68 ratings can also be exposed to these particles whenever you remove and insert the SD card.<\/p>\n<p>So, take out the SD card seat and blow compressed air into the open space in your phone to force out the particles.<\/p>\n<h3>Format the SD card<\/h3>\n<p>Android does not support specific file systems, especially NTFS, which may be the reason your phone fails to read your SD card.<\/p>\n<p>You can try formatting the SD card to resolve the problem in this situation. In most cases, your phone will prompt you to format the card, even if it cannot access it.<\/p>\n<p>If nothing happens after inserting the card, you can connect it to a computer and format it. Follow this process:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Right-click the Start logo in your taskbar and select <i>Disk Management <\/i> after connecting the SD card.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Right-click the SD card in <i>Disk Management <\/i> and click <i>Format <\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Once the Format dialog opens, select <i>FAT32 <\/i> in the File System drop-down menu and click <i>OK <\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Note that unchecking the \u201cPerform a quick format\u201d checkbox will prolong the process. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">You can now insert the SD card into your phone and check if it can be detected.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Factory reset your phone<\/h3>\n<p>The \u201cSD card not showing up\u201d problem could be the result of a software error. Certain aspects of your OEM\u2019s Android firmware responsible for reading memory cards may be corrupt. You can resolve the problem by reinstalling the entire operating system using the factory reset command.<br \/>\nNote that you will be erasing your files and applications.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tipsbox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"tipsbox__heading\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__arrow-right\"><\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__shield\">PRO TIP<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tipsbox__arrow-left\"><\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"tipsbox__text\">That said, consider updating your operating system if an update is available. Most updates that upgrade your operating system essentially install a new Android version without removing your files and apps. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<p>Since there are numerous Android devices with different interfaces, the factory reset process will be different. You can head to the <i>Settings <\/i>app and use the search bar to look for the reset option.<\/p>\n<h3>Fixing the \u201cSD Card Not Showing Up on Mac\u201d Problem<\/h3>\n<p>These solutions will help you get your SD card working again on your Mac if you\u2019ve confirmed that the storage device is not damaged.<\/p>\n<h3>Change Finder preferences<\/h3>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/716913\/what-is-finder-on-a-mac\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Finder application <\/a> in Mac is similar to Windows\u2019 File Explorer. It helps you manipulate your saved and system files. SD cards normally show up on the desktop and in the Finder\u2019s sidebar once connected to Macs.\u00a0 You may not be seeing the device because your current Finder preferences are preventing it from appearing. These steps will show you how to do apply the right settings:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Open <i>Finder <\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to the top of the bar and click <i>Finder <\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select <i>Settings <\/i>or <i>Preferences <\/i> in the menu that drops down.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">After the <i>Finder Settings <\/i> interface opens, head to the <i>Sidebar <\/i>tab and check every item under <i>Locations <\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can also go to the <i>General <\/i> tab and check every option under <i>Show these items on the desktop <\/i> to display the card on your desktop whenever it\u2019s connected<\/p>\n<h3>Restart your Mac\u2019s USB daemon<\/h3>\n<p>The USB daemon runs in the background to ensure devices are properly mounted, configured, and functioning as they should. The SD card may not be showing up because the daemon is currently malfunctioning.<\/p>\n<p>While restarting your Mac will restart the daemon, you can do it manually through the Terminal. Enter these commands after opening the Terminal:<\/p>\n<p>sudo launchctl stop com.apple.usbd<br \/>\nsudo launchctl start com.apple.usbd<\/p>\n<h3>Use Disk Utility to mount the card<\/h3>\n<p>The SD card may be visible in Disk Utility, despite not showing up in other areas where you need it to. In this case, you may need to mount it. Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Tap <code>Command + Space<\/code> or use the Spotlight to search for and open <i>Disk Utility <\/i>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">After it opens, go to the left pane to check whether your SD card shows. Click it if it\u2019s there.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click the <i>Mount <\/i> option at the top of the interface.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">You can also click the First Aid button to run diagnostics on the SD card and fix issues preventing your Mac from accessing it. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h3>Reset the SMC and PRAM<\/h3>\n<p>If you use an Intel-based Mac, the issue may be due to a malfunctioning SMC (system management controller), PRAM (parameter random access memory), or NVRAM (non-volatile random access memory). Resetting them can help you resolve the problem.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Note that the new Apple silicon computers (M chips) do not have SMC, and you can reset their PRAM by restarting the system. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to reset the SMC:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Shut down your computer.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Press and hold your Mac\u2019s power button for about 10 seconds.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Restart your computer after a few seconds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Format the SD card<\/h3>\n<p>As mentioned earlier, the issue may be tied to a faulty or unsupported file system. For example, Macs only support exFAT, FAT32, APFS, and MacOS Extended. They do not support write operations on NTFS devices.<\/p>\n<p>You can format your SD card to one of the supported file systems if it is currently running an incompatible one.<\/p>\n<h2>SD Card Was Not Showing Up? Fixed!<\/h2>\n<p>That\u2019s how to fix the \u201cSD card not showing up\u201d problem. Remember that file systems are pretty important and are among the common causes of the problem. So stick to FAT32 and exFAT if you frequently move your SD card between different platforms.<\/p>\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<div class=\"faq-box\"><div class=\"faq-box__tabs\"><div class=\"faq-box__tab\">\r\n\t<input id=\"id-1\" class=\"faq-box__checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" \/>\r\n\t<label class=\"faq-box__label\" for=\"id-1\"><span>What if your camera is not recognizing the SD card<\/span><\/label>\r\n\t<div class=\"faq-box__content\">If your camera is not recognizing your SD card, you can check if the card is correctly inserted, switch to the supported file system, clean your SD card pads and your camera\u2019s slot, and ensure the write protection switch is turned off. <\/div>\r\n<\/div><div class=\"faq-box__tab\">\r\n\t<input id=\"id-2\" class=\"faq-box__checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" \/>\r\n\t<label class=\"faq-box__label\" for=\"id-2\"><span>What does unmounting an SD card mean?<\/span><\/label>\r\n\t<div class=\"faq-box__content\">Unmounting an SD card prepares it for removal. That way, it\u2019s safe to remove the card, as removing it while it\u2019s in use can corrupt it. <\/div>\r\n<\/div><div class=\"faq-box__tab\">\r\n\t<input id=\"id-3\" class=\"faq-box__checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" \/>\r\n\t<label class=\"faq-box__label\" for=\"id-3\"><span>How to unlock an SD card?<\/span><\/label>\r\n\t<div class=\"faq-box__content\">You can move down the write protection switch by the side of the SD card reader to unlock your card. <\/div>\r\n<\/div><div class=\"faq-box__tab\">\r\n\t<input id=\"id-4\" class=\"faq-box__checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" \/>\r\n\t<label class=\"faq-box__label\" for=\"id-4\"><span>Why does my SD card keep disconnecting?<\/span><\/label>\r\n\t<div class=\"faq-box__content\">The SD card may be faulty, it may be using an unsupported file system, or it may have logical corruptions. <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You don\u2019t have to panic if your SD card is not showing up on your system or you can\u2019t access its contents. 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