Erasing a SSD - which Scheme?

I’ve just installed a new SSD in my 2012 MacBook Pro and I’m erasing the disk. I’ve named it, selected the format and now it’s asking me so select a scheme - “GUID partition map” “Master Boot Record” or “Apple Partition Map”. Can anyone tell me which option I should pick?

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Aug 13, 2020 9:33 AM

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SilkySteel

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Aug 13, 2020 9:36 AM in response to jimmyisoftensad

GUID, because it's the modern standard, Master Boot Record and Apple Partition Map are old legacy schemes.

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