The GoPro Hero 3 is a great camera for capturing action videos. But with all this recording, it’s easy to run out of space on your camera. Fortunately, there is a simple way to delete videos from your GoPro Hero 3. In this blog post, we will discuss the steps you need to take to delete videos from your GoPro Hero 3.
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What’s Needed
Before you start, you will need to make sure you have the following:
1. A fully charged GoPro Hero 3 camera
2. A micro SD card with enough space for your videos
3. A USB cable to connect your camera to your computer
What Should I Pay Attention to?
Before you start deleting videos, you should make sure that you have transferred any videos that you want to keep to your computer. Once you delete the videos from the camera, they will be gone forever. You should also make sure that you are not deleting videos that are currently being edited or used in any projects.
Method 1: Delete Videos Directly from the Camera
Deleting videos directly from the camera is the easiest way to delete videos. Follow these steps:
1. Turn on your GoPro Hero 3 camera.
2. Press the "Mode" button until you reach the "Playback" mode.
3. Use the arrows to navigate to the video you want to delete.
4. Press the trash can button on the camera to delete the video.
5. Press the trash can button again to confirm that you want to delete the video.
Pros
– Quick and easy to delete videos
– Can be done without a computer
Cons
– Can be time-consuming if you have a lot of videos to delete
– No way to recover deleted videos
Method 2: Delete Videos Using GoPro App
Another way to delete videos from your GoPro Hero 3 is to use the GoPro app. Follow these steps:
1. Download the GoPro app on your smartphone or tablet.
2. Connect your GoPro Hero 3 to your smartphone or tablet using Wi-Fi.
3. Open the app and navigate to the "Gallery" section.
4. Select the video you want to delete and tap on the trash can icon.
5. Confirm that you want to delete the video.
Pros
– Can be done remotely
– Can delete multiple videos at once
Cons
– Requires a Wi-Fi connection
– App may not work on all smartphone and tablet devices
Method 3: Delete Videos Using Computer
If you prefer to delete videos on your computer, you can connect your GoPro Hero 3 to your computer using a USB cable. Follow these steps:
1. Turn off your GoPro Hero 3 camera.
2. Connect your camera to your computer using a USB cable.
3. Your computer should automatically recognize the camera as a storage device.
4. Navigate to the folder where your videos are stored.
5. Select the video you want to delete and press the delete key.
Pros
– Can delete multiple videos at once
– Easier to manage video files on a computer
Cons
– Requires a USB cable
– May take longer if you have a lot of videos to delete
Why Can’t I Delete Videos from My GoPro Hero 3?
There are a few reasons why you may not be able to delete videos from your GoPro Hero 3:
1. The video is being used in a project or is currently being edited.
2. The video is corrupted or damaged.
3. The SD card is full or has become corrupted.
To fix these issues, you should finish any projects or editing that you are doing with the video, try repairing or reformatting the SD card, or deleting other videos to make more space on the card.
Suggestions
– Always make sure to transfer videos you want to keep before deleting them from the camera.
– Create a backup of the video files on your computer or external hard drive to ensure you don’t lose them.
– Format your SD card periodically to avoid any issues with the card.
FAQs
Q: How do I know if a video is being used in a project?
A: If the video is used in a project, it will not be available to delete until you have finished the project.
Q: How do I repair a corrupted video?
A: There are several video repair software programs available, such as Stellar Video Repair, that can help you repair a corrupted video file.
Q: Can’t I just delete all the videos at once?
A: Yes, you can delete all videos at once using the GoPro app or your computer, but make sure to double-check before deleting to ensure you don’t accidentally delete videos you want to keep.
Q: Can I recover deleted videos from my GoPro Hero 3?
A: Unfortunately, once you delete videos from your GoPro Hero 3, they are gone forever and cannot be recovered.
Q: Can I delete videos while recording?
A: No, you cannot delete videos while recording on your GoPro Hero 3.
Conclusion
Deleting videos from your GoPro Hero 3 is easy and can be done in several ways. Whether you choose to delete videos directly from the camera, through the GoPro app, or on your computer, make sure to double-check before deleting any videos to ensure you don’t lose any important footage. Remember to always back up your files and keep your SD card updated to avoid any issues.