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Fix: Windows Computer Doesn’t Recognize SD Card

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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SD cardreaders are useful, especially when you want to transfer data from your phone or table to your laptop or PC. But what if computer doesn’t recognize theSD card? Don’t worry, we have a couple of tricks that might help.

Solution 1: Reinstall Drivers

I guess that we didn’t even have to tell you this, the first possible solution is to reinstall your drivers and see if the problem is still present. So here’s how to do that:

Solution 2: Update Drivers

Clean the SD card

Most problems we solve on this site are solved through software, but this time we have something different. Maybe yourSD cardcan’t connect with the reader because it’s dirty. So here’s how you should clean it:

You can also try to connect yourSD cardto some other computer, if it connects, you should consider changing theSD cardreader.

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Ivan Jenic

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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.

When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.

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Ivan Jenic

Windows Hardware Expert

Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.