How to create a bootable USB with BalenaEtcher?

Prerequisites

  1. A USB drive (at least 8GB, or more depending on the OS).

  2. The ISO image of the operating system you want to install (Windows, Linux, etc.).

  3. BalenaEtcher, which you can download from its official website.


Steps to create a bootable USB with BalenaEtcher

  1. Download and install BalenaEtcher

    • Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

  2. Insert your USB drive

    • Make sure to back up important data, as the drive will be formatted.

  3. Open BalenaEtcher

    • The interface is simple, with three main steps:

  4. Select the ISO image

    • Click “Flash from file” and browse for the ISO file.

  5. Select your USB drive

    • Click “Select target” and choose your USB drive.

  6. Start the flashing process

    • Click “Flash” to begin.

    • BalenaEtcher will format, write, and verify the USB.

  7. Wait for completion

    • Once done, you’ll see a success message.

    • Your USB is now bootable and ready to use.