Most digital cameras use either a secure digital (SD), compact flash (CF), memory stick, multi-media cards or XDcards.
Step 1: Power the camera off and determine what type of card your camera uses. You can check the owners manual, go to the manufacturer's site, or look on the camera to find out what card you use.
This is a picture of an "SD" card in a Digital Camera.
Step 2: Insert the memory card into the camera by locating the memory card slot
on the bottom or side of the camera body. Open the memory card door by
using an "Eject" button or sliding the panel to the side. Insert the
memory card as advised by the icon on the inside of the door. Close the
door and turn the camera on.
Step 3: Format the memory card for the camera. Many digital cameras will do this for you once the memory card in inserted and the camera is powered on. On some cameras you can do this manually:
Press your camera's "Menu" button, select "Tools," and find the "Format"
feature. Select "Format" and press "OK" or "Set" to format the memory
card. Press the shutter button to exit "Menu" mode.
To remove the memory card, open the camera as you were able to in Step 2. Then press the end of the card in and release. The card will slide out of the camera.
Some accessories may be required to transfer media to your computer. There may already be a slot in your computer for the card, if not, an SD to usb kit can be purchased online or from a local electronics vendor for a reasonable price.
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