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Camera say i need to format it because of a card error

When i turn my camera (Samsung L201) on it says ''card error'' ''format (yes/no)''.I understand that if I click yes to format then my pictures will be deleted. I am unsure why there is a card error and what to do to avoid formatting and so to avoid loosing my pictures. Please help

  • kakima May 11, 2010

    How long have you been using this card? When was the last time you formatted it?

    I would transfer all your pictures to your computer as quickly as possible. Then put the card back into the camera and format it.

    Cards should be formatted each time you finish transferring the pictures to your computer. Don't keep shooting and deleting, shooting and deleting.

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First, get a card reader and download your pics to a computer. Then, format the card in the camera.

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