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Paragon Partition Manager - Sneakyone - 09-05-2024

Paragon Partition Manager: Comprehensive Setup and Usage Guide



1. Download and Install Paragon Partition Manager
  • Visit the official Paragon Partition Manager website.
  • Click "Free Download" or choose a paid version if you need additional features.
  • Once the installer is downloaded, open the file and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
  • After installation, launch Paragon Partition Manager from your desktop or Start menu.

2. Understanding the Paragon Partition Manager Interface
  • The main interface of Paragon Partition Manager consists of:
     
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    • Disk Map: Displays all connected internal and external drives, with visual partition information.
       
    • Partition Table: Lists all partitions on the selected drive with details such as size, file system, and label.
       
    • Operations Toolbar: Contains tools to create, resize, move, delete, and format partitions.
       
    • Pending Operations List: Shows all the actions you have queued but not yet applied.
       
  • The layout provides a clean and intuitive way to manage your partitions and disks.

3. Create a New Partition
  • If you have unallocated space on your drive, you can create a new partition.
  • To create a new partition:
     
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    • Right-click the unallocated space in the disk map.
       
    • Select "Create Partition" from the context menu.
       
    • In the pop-up window, set the partition size, file system (e.g., NTFS, FAT32, EXT4), and label (optional).
       
    • Click "Create" to confirm.
       
  • The new partition will be created, but the operation won’t be finalized until you click "Apply" in the top toolbar.
  • Click "Apply" to complete the operation.

4. Resize or Move a Partition
  • You can resize or move partitions to adjust the space allocated to them or change their location on the disk.
  • To resize a partition:
     
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    • Right-click the partition you want to resize and select "Resize/Move".
       
    • In the pop-up window, drag the edges of the partition to shrink or extend it, or manually input the new size.
       
    • Click "OK" to confirm.
       
  • You can also move a partition by dragging the entire partition to a new location within the unallocated space.
  • After making adjustments, click "Apply" to execute the changes.

5. Merge Two Partitions
  • Paragon Partition Manager allows you to merge two adjacent partitions into one.
  • To merge partitions:
     
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    • Right-click one of the partitions you want to merge and select "Merge Partitions".
       
    • In the next window, select the adjacent partition to merge with.
       
  • The two partitions will be combined, and their data will be merged into one partition.
  • Click "Apply" to finalize the merge.

6. Format a Partition
  • Formatting a partition prepares it for use by setting up a file system.
  • To format a partition:
     
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    • Right-click on the partition you want to format and select "Format".
       
    • Choose the file system (e.g., NTFS, FAT32, EXT4) and optionally label the partition.
       
    • Click "OK" to confirm.
       
  • After selecting the file system, click "Apply" to complete the formatting.
  • Note that formatting will erase all data on the partition, so ensure important files are backed up.

7. Delete a Partition
  • If you need to remove a partition and free up space, you can delete it using Paragon Partition Manager.
  • To delete a partition:
     
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    • Right-click the partition you want to delete and select "Delete".
       
  • The partition will be marked as unallocated space.
  • Click "Apply" to finalize the deletion.
  • Ensure that you have backed up any important data before deleting a partition, as the data will be lost.

8. Check and Repair Partition Errors
  • Paragon Partition Manager includes tools to check for errors and repair partitions.
  • To check and repair a partition:
     
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    • Right-click on the partition you want to check and select "Check File System".
       
    • Paragon will scan the partition for errors and provide options for fixing any issues found.
       
  • Once the check completes, you can choose to apply the repairs if necessary.

9. Convert Partition Table (MBR to GPT)
  • Paragon Partition Manager allows you to convert a disk's partition table from MBR (Master Boot Record) to GPT (GUID Partition Table) without losing data.
  • To convert the partition table:
     
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    • Select the disk from the Device List.
       
    • Go to "Convert Disk" in the toolbar and select "Convert to GPT" or "Convert to MBR".
       
  • This operation is useful when dealing with disks larger than 2TB or when you need to create more than four primary partitions.
  • Click "Apply" to finalize the conversion.

10. Copy and Migrate Partitions
  • Paragon Partition Manager allows you to copy a partition from one disk to another or migrate partitions to new drives.
  • To copy or migrate a partition:
     
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    • Right-click the partition you want to copy and select "Copy Partition".
       
    • Select the destination drive or unallocated space where you want to copy the partition.
       
  • This operation is useful for backing up partitions or migrating data to new hard drives or SSDs.
  • Click "Apply" to complete the copy/migration.

11. Undo Pending Operations
  • If you set up operations but want to cancel them before applying, Paragon Partition Manager allows you to undo pending operations.
  • To undo an operation:
     
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    • Click the "Undo" button in the toolbar or go to "Edit" > "Undo Last Operation".
       
  • You can undo multiple actions if necessary before clicking "Apply".



Key Features of Paragon Partition Manager
  • Partition Management: Create, delete, resize, move, merge, and format partitions with ease.
  • File System Support: Works with a wide range of file systems, including NTFS, FAT32, EXT4, HFS+, and more.
  • MBR/GPT Conversion: Convert partition tables from MBR to GPT and vice versa without data loss.
  • Check and Repair Partitions: Scan and fix errors on partitions to ensure they function correctly.
  • Partition Copy and Migration: Easily copy partitions or migrate data between drives.
  • Supports Multiple Devices: Manage partitions on HDDs, SSDs, external drives, and USB devices.
  • Advanced Operations: Tools for advanced users, including partition alignment, and secure wiping of partitions.



Troubleshooting and Support
  • If Paragon Partition Manager is not detecting your drive, ensure the drive is properly connected and recognized by your system's BIOS.
  • Use the Undo option if you accidentally set up an operation before applying changes.
  • Visit the Paragon Knowledge Base for detailed guides, FAQs, and troubleshooting help.
  • Contact Paragon support for assistance with advanced features or technical issues.

Safely manage your partitions with Paragon Partition Manager!