Can I Partition a Hard Drive in Windows 7 Ultimate Without Formatting the Hard Drive?

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My computer is using Windows 7 Ultimate, and now I want to partition my hard drive without formatting the hard drive. Can I do that? And is there any easy method that can help me realize that? Any suggestions would be appreciated.

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Yes, you can partition a hard drive in Windows 7 Ultimate without formatting the hard drive. Let's get straight to the point: how to partition a hard drive properly? I have collected two tested methods to help you partition your hard drives safely and quickly without formatting them. Never leave your essential data without a full backup. You'd better copy the partition to another hard drive.Way 1. Third-party Partition ToolConsidering the limited time and energy, I will start with the most effective method - EaseUS Partition Master Free. It is a partition tool that earns its reputation by efficiently handling all partition tasks. You can smoothly create partitions on your hard drive with an easy interface and simple steps.1Learn how to use EaseUS Partition Master as follows(If your hard drive has unallocated space on it, start from step 3):Step 1. Run EaseUS Partition Master to create unallocated space. Right-click a partition with sufficient free space, and choose Resize/Move.Step 2. Drag the left or right end of the partition to shrink the partition and create unallocated space. Click OK.Step 3. Enter the Partition Manager part, right-click on the target disk's unallocated space to choose Create.Approve the default settings or set the partition size, drive letter, label, file system, and other advanced settings. Click OK. Step 4. Click Execute 1 Task and Apply to complete the disk partitioning.Way 2. Windows Built-in ToolDisk Management is one of the most commonly used methods, which experienced users prefer to use. Here is how to use it:Step 1. Click the start button and type diskmgmt.msc in the search tab. Locate the partition with much free space and right-click it to select Shrink Volume...Step 2. Enter the size required for the target partition and click Shrink. Right-click the existing unallocated space and select New Simple Volume.Step 3. Accept the default settings or adjust the size, drive letter, and file system, and click Next. Finally, hit Finish to complete.

Can I Partition a Hard Drive in Windows 7 Ultimate Without Formatting the Hard Drive?

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