Windows 10: Do I need to format storage drive when clean installing Windows 10?

Hi!! I'm a little confused and wanna make sure of it. I currently have Windows 10 installed on my 120gb ssd and I also have 1tb hard drive for big games and such software. Do I still need to format my hard drive for storage when clean installing Windows 10 or just formatting the ssd is fine? Thank you so much in advance!!

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Is it time for Windows 10 already?

Here's a good step by step guide on doing a fresh install.

How to clean install Windows 10 from a USB drive - Software - Feature - HEXUS.net

 

How to format hard drive and still keep windows 10?

You need to read your Windows 10 key which was given to you when you upgraded to Win10. I think there are tools. Look for them. Then you have to download a clean untouched Windows 10 ISO image, format the drive and install it clean.

There is a second option, under Recovery menu in Windows 10 that installs the system clean, but I don't think it's as clean as doing it with ISO...

 

How to format hard drive and still keep windows 10?

Incorrect. Activation is done via devices registered to your Microsoft account. At least for the update then you get the ISO format and install,and then use your Microsoft account as your sign in,and it'll activate if the device is registered to the account. You need to check this before hand.