Create Partitions on a Pen Drive (MiniTool Guide)
Step-by-step guide to creating partitions on a pen drive using MiniTool Partition Wizard, plus alternative tools.
Overview
Partitioning a pen drive helps separate data, use different file systems, or organize bootable storage. Here is a simple step-by-step guide using MiniTool Partition Wizard (Free).
MiniTool Partition Wizard Steps
Step 1: Download & Install MiniTool Partition Wizard
Download the free version from the official MiniTool Partition Wizard site and install it on your computer.
Step 2: Connect Your Pen Drive
Plug in your USB drive and make sure it appears in This PC.
Step 3: Launch MiniTool & Select Drive
Locate your USB drive in the disk list. Right-click and select Create Partition (or Delete existing partitions to start fresh).
Step 4: Configure Partition Size & File System
Choose partition size, file system (NTFS / FAT32 / exFAT), drive letter, and click OK.
Step 5: Apply Changes
Click Apply in the top-left corner to commit the partition layout changes.
Alternative USB Partitioning Tools
- 1. AOMEI Partition Assistant — Easy USB partitioning with a free edition.
- 2. EaseUS Partition Master — Reliable partition manager with rich free features.
- 3. Paragon Partition Manager — Supports multiple file systems and external devices.
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