Most of us have been there: You're out taking photos and your memory card is full, but you don't have another with you. Or ...

Formatting a memory card deletes all of the files stored on it immediately. You can format an SD card using the menu system on your Fuji camera or by inserting it in your computer's card reader.

You can format an SD card using Windows, Mac, and Android devices, and likely your digital camera too.

Formatting your new card before you use it is one of the most important ones. Even if the card says it's pre-formatted or ready for use, there's a chance it wasn't or might not work with your camera.

Got an error message when trying to format a new memory card in your camera? Heres why.

If you've got an SD or microSD card, knowing how to format it is essential. Here's how to do that on Android devices, computers, and cameras.