Clean the Memory Card in a Camera
Memory cards allow you to take and store more pictures than your digital camera can store on its own. In fact, some avid photographers have multiple memory cards. To retrieve the images stored on a memory card, the information must not be damaged. While you rarely have to clean a memory card, especially if you take care of it, on occasion it may get dusty and careful cleaning may become necessary.
Instructions
1. Transfer all the images to your computer first. Your camera came with a cord. One end is plugged into your camera and the other into a USB port on your computer. A picture download program should pop up. Follow the prompts to download the pictures onto your computer.
2. Turn off the camera and carefully remove the memory card, which is in a slot, mostly likely inside a compartment that opens when you push or slide it.
3. Hold the memory card by the edges. Avoid touching the metal contacts. Do not drop it.
4. Take a soft cloth or microfiber cloth and gently wipe the card. Never use water or cleaning agents. The card must remain dry.
5. Store the memory card back in the camera or in the holder it came in. Never leave it out where it can get dusty or wet.
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