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Fix: We Couldn’t Create a New Partition Error in Windows 10
Your hard drive configuration usually causes this error
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Updated onFebruary 21, 2024
updated onFebruary 21, 2024
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We couldn’t create a new partition or locate an existing one error can appear when trying to install Windows.
This is a serious issue since it will stop the setup process, but there are a couple of solutions you can use to fix this problem.
Why can’t I create a new partition?
Improperly created bootable USB or incorrect drive format can cause this issue. In some instances, other peripherals can block the installation.
How do I fix the new partition error in Windows 10 installation?
Before we head to the slightly complex solutions, ensure the USB drive is formatted in the MBR format and not GPT. Also, disconnect all non-essential peripherals from your PC.
1. Make yourpartitionactive
2. Use diskpart to clean the drive
How do I fix the new partition error for Windows 10 USB?
Before trying anything else, consider using a USB 2.0 flash drive. Also, disconnect all other USB drives from your PC. Lastly, try connecting the USB drive to a different port once you get this error.
If you can’t install Windows 10 due toWe couldn’t create a newpartitionerror message, you might be able to fix the problem by using a third-party tool.
If you’re not familiar withcommand-linetools, you might be able to fix this problem by usingAomei Partition Assistant.
This tool is perfect for recovering lostpartitionsand copying disks. It also offers a friendly user interface, so you should be able to modify your hard drive and perform the necessary tasks easily.
Not only will it solve your partitioning issue in no time, but it also comes with some advanced features like migrating your OS to SSD/HDD, formatting, wiping and erasing disks, and more.
⇒Get Aomei Partition Assistant
According to users, problems withWe couldn’t create a newpartitionerror message might be caused by Media Creation Tool.
Users reported that the problem was fixed by using a third-party tool, such as Rufus, instead of the Media Creation Tool to create a bootable USB flash drive.
We have instructions on how to use this tool in our guide on how tocreate a Windows 10 bootable USB drive.
Fortunately, Microsoft introduced two new ways to convert MBR to GPT drive without file loss,MBR2GPT,andgptgen.
We explained in great detail how to use both these commands in our guide onhow to convert MBR to GPT disk, and we strongly advise you to check it out for detailed instructions and more solutions.
How can I fix the new partition error for Windows 10 SSD?
Many users reportedWe couldn’t create a newpartitionerror message while trying to install Windows 10 on an SSD.
According to users, to fix this issue, you’ll have to disconnect all other hard drives and leave only your SSD drive connected.
Alternatively, you can disable all other hard drives except for your SSD from BIOS.
After you’ve disabled or disconnected all other drives, the SSD should be recognized by the installer.
Now, all that you have to do is to delete allpartitionson your SSD, and Windows 10 should install without any problems.
In case you’re still having issues, ourWindows can’t be installed on GPT partitionandWindows cannot be installed on this diskguides can provide you with more help.
We couldn’t create a newpartitionerror message that can prevent you from installing Windows 10, but as you can see, you can easily fix it by following one of our solutions.
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Milan Stanojevic
Windows Toubleshooting Expert
Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.
Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.
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Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.
