If there are any problems with it, then you will see a yellow sign next to it most likely, the card reader needs to be updated. To do this, follow these steps: Open the Device Manager and find your card reader there. So first check your drivers to see if they are working correctly. Update or Reinstall SD Card DriverĪnother quite common cause for the SD card not appearing are outdated drivers. If this does not happen, do not worry there are a few other good options. To clean the adapter, you can just use your breath or you can use compressed air to gently clean out the card reader.Īfter that, reconnect the SD card to the adapter. Do not scratch the SD card! Be gentle with the cleaning. If you see dirty spots that can’t be removed with a dry cloth, wet the cloth (it must be almost dry!) with water or, better yet, with alcohol. So, the number one method is: try to clean the adapter and SD card.Ĭarefully wipe all components of the SD card.
On the other hand, if you have not used them for a long time and they are collecting dusting on the shelf like an abandoned toy, it hurts the performance of the SD card and card reader too.īoth situations may lead to a breakdown of contact between them and, as a result, the SD card does not show up.
Often, due to prolonged careless use of an SD card, there may be contamination of the card or adapter.
