This post will explain how to Increase Storage on Firestick & Fire TVs.
The Amazon Firestick is the most popular streaming device available on the market today due to its low price point and easy jailbreaking abilities.
Unfortunately, these devices only come equipped with 8GB of internal storage.
And because they are not built with USB or SD card ports, we can’t extend the internal storage like we could on the 1st and 2nd Generation Fire TVs and most Android TV Boxes.
Typically, when we plug external storage into an Android TV Box, we have the ability to extend the internal storage with that USB drive or SD card.
By doing this, it makes it easier to download apps, media files, and more, because the device recognizes both the external and internal storage as one drive.
Below is the screen we are presented with on an Android TV Box which allows us to extend the internal storage.
Once we click “Format”, the USB drive that we have inserted will be erased and added to the internal storage, making one large internal disk.
This process is outlined further in our guide on expanding storage for the Chromecast with Google TV.
Since we can’t do this on the Firestick, we must settle for the next best thing.
Firestick users can purchase an OTG Cable that will allow us to plug a USB drive into our devices.
Note: Prior to using a USB Drive with any Fire TV/Android device, you should make sure that it’s properly formatted as FAT32.
How to Format USB Drive to FAT32
Again, we can’t extend our internal storage with the USB drive on these two devices but we can move files over to it with ES File Explorer.
You can also Expand Storage on a Fire TV Stick 4k with an OTG Cable.
Using an OTG cable is a great way to alleviate buffering issues because we can now store media files on a USB drive that is connected to the device.
How to Stop Buffering on Firestick
It also works great when traveling since you can never depend on WiFi when using Streaming Apps & APK’s.
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To learn more about OTG Cable and how it can help you, follow the link below:
OTG Cable – Upgrade your Firestick/Fire TV
The following tutorial will walk you through the process of increasing the storage on your Fire TV/Fire TV Stick by cleaning it and adding an external USB drive.
Within the tutorial, you will learn how to move files that you have downloaded to your device over to the USB drive.
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Remove Files on Firestick with ES File Explorer
The best way to increase storage on your device is by deleting unused files/apps/content using ES File Explorer.
Using ES File Explorer is a great way to clean up any device and get it functioning smoothly again.
With tools such as space analyzer, download folder, and more, ES File is perfect for organizing and improving your device’s performance.
For these reasons and more, we have included ES File Explorer in our list of Best Firestick Apps.
To delete unwanted or unused files from your Firestick or Fire TV, use the ES File Explorer Space Analyzer:
You can then delete any temporary files, unused apps, and much more.
With ES File Explorer, you can easily manage your installed apps, files, and more to keep your device functioning smoothly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add Storage to My Firestick?
While you cannot add storage to a firestick, you can increase the available storage on your device by removing unneeded files.
What’s the best way to Clean my Firestick?
ES File Explorer is a great tool for deleting apps, files, and more to free up space on your device.
Can I use a USB Drive with my Firestick?
Yes. If you purchase an OTG Cable you can extend the internal storage of your Firestick.
Why is my Firestick Storage Full?
This is likely due to temporary installation files and other bloatware that comes with installing and using your firestick.
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