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Why can't I increase the size of sda1 using gParted?

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I am trying to resize my /dev/sda1 as shown in the diagram using the gparted Live cd.However although I have unallocated space I am unable to expand it.I have tried expanding /dev/sda2(which works) and then decreasing its size from the beginning(which doesnt). But that doesnt work either. Could someone please tell ,me how to resize my /dev/sda1 partition.

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answered 1 Year ago thellfi · Accepted Answer

The extended sda2 partition is in the way. Do one of two things:

If Gparted allows, move sda2 to the very right, and then you'll be able to expand sda1.

Alternatively, delete sda2, expand sda1 by 2GB and then recreated your swap partition (an extended partition isn't required if you have 4 or less primary partitions).