Different Android Versions have slightly different steps on how to format SD cards on Phones. But mostly it is done by navigating to the storage area in your phone settings. Note: Android supports FAT32/Ext3/Ext4 file system. The latest smartphones support exFAT file system.
Is exFAT format compatible with Android?
Android supports FAT32/Ext3/Ext4 file system. Most of the the latest smartphones and tablets support exFAT file system. Usually, whether the file system is supported by a device or not depends on the devices software/hardware.
What format should SD card be for Android?
Select an SD card with a minimum Ultra High Speed rating of UHS-1 is required; cards with a rating of UHS-3 are recommended for optimal performance. Format your SD card to exFAT file system with a 4K Allocation unit size. See Format your SD Card. Use an SD card with at least 128 GB or storage.