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How to resize ntfs partition

  • As we all know, as the latest file system developed by Microsoft for Windows NT and later operating systems, NTFS has more advantages in functions and safety compared with the ever widely used FAT32. So this file system is favored by many users since it was released. Owing to the continuous promotion of Microsoft, it has become the most widely used file system all over the world. Well then, what advantages does NTFS have?
    1. Has early mistake warning function.
    2. More high-efficiency reading speed.
    3. Detects and repairs disk error.
    4. Offers many functions, such as compressing disk, data encryption, and disk quota.
    5. Supports the volume within 2TB and single file within 64GB.
    6. Adopts smaller cluster to store and manage file.
    Although NTFS has many advantages and features compared with other file systems, we may meet many problems in the process of using NTFS partition. For example, we can not store more files because of NTFS partition space shortage. And many NTFS users have paid much attention to this problem.

    Resize NTFS partition under Windows XP without damaging data
    To solve the problem of NTFS partition space shortage quickly, I believe most users will think of resizing NTFS partition. However, we will find it is not easy to resize NTFS partition under Windows XP, because its system built-in disk management tool can not help us resize NTFS partition directly. If we want to use this tool to resize NTFS partition, we have to repartition the hard disk, but this method will lead to the loss of important data. I believe nobody is willing to see this result. As a matter of fact, users who are familiar with Windows disk management know there is a better method for resizing NTFS partition. With this method, we can resize NTFS partition quickly without bringing any damage to data. That is the third party professional partition magic. Here, MiniTool Partition Wizard is suggested.

    MiniTool Partition Wizard, a piece of partition magic with powerful functions
    MiniTool Partition Wizard is a piece of professional partition magic developed by MiniTool Solution Ltd.. This software has all-sided functions, easy operations, and pretty high security, which makes it have extremely powerful disk management competence. With this professional partition magic, we can accomplish almost all disk management, including Resize NTFS partition. Besides, its operations are very easy. First, we need to download it from its official website http://www.partitionwizard.com/. Then, install and run it to get its main interface.



    In the main interface, select the NTFS partition which needs resizing, and then click "Move/Resize" to enter the next interface.



    Here, drag the black triangles to change the length of the partition handle to resize NTFS partition. Then, click "OK" to go back to the main interface.



    The main interface shows the NTFS partition has been resized. However, this is just a preview effect this partition magic offers. To accomplish real resizing, we need to click "Apply" to perform all operations.

    If you are looking for a method for resizing NTFS partition, you can try using the powerful and professional partition magic MiniTool Partition Wizard. More importantly, this partition magic offers free edition for home and individual users. Hurry to download it from its official website to experience its powerful functions. I believe it will not disappoint you.


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