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Recording Error: The device was unable to record the video. Could not find any valid media on the SD card after capture.

If the device shows this recording error, you will need to format the SD card.

GoPro:

  1. Ensure the SD card is in the camera and the camera is powered on

  2. Swipe down on the touch display (Hero 11/10/9 Black, swipe left after swiping down)

  3. Tap [Preferences]

  4. Scroll to the bottom and tap [Reset]

  5. Tap [Format SD Card]

  6. Tap [Format]

  7. Restart the GoPro

Canon R8:

  1. Ensure the SD card is in the camera and the camera is powered on

  2. Press the [Menu] button

  3. Navigate to the [Settings] tab, then select [1]

  4. Select [Format Card]

  5. Tap [OK]

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