Why does my 3DS claim I have no space on my 4GB SD card while it looks empty?
I have a 4GB SD card, but when I try to update a game on my 3DS it always says "You need x more open block(s) to download this.". When I look at my Data Management, the software, extra data and DLC on the card are all displayed as empty. Why does my 3DS claim that I have no space on my SD card?
Best Answer
SD cards can contain data other than 3DS-specific files. Free up some space in your SD card by using any file explorer, such as connecting it to a computer.
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Why is my 3DS SD card full?
If the error message mentions that the SD card may be full, try deleting unused content. If the problem is occurring with a specific downloadable game or application, use the Nintendo 3DS Download Repair Tool to check the game or application for errors and repair if necessary.How do I make space on my 3DS SD card?
What to do. Your SD Card is out of the required space to save whatever you are attempting to store. You will need to either erase unnecessary items on the SD Card from the Data Management screen under System Settings, or erase unnecessary photos or frames from Nintendo DSi Camera.What is the maximum SD card size for 3DS?
The Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL, and Nintendo 2DS systems are compatible with SD cards up to 2 GB in size, and SDHC cards of 4 GB and larger up to 32 GB in size. All other SD Card types are not considered compatible. miniSD and microSD cards are compatible with the use of an SD card adapter.How do I free up memory on my 3DS?
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