How do i format my usb drive so that it works with both mac and pc?

if you could please explain the process that would be extremly helpful...thanks!
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Attach the drive to the PC and format it as FAT. Or use Disk Utility on the Mac and format it as "MS-DOS" which is in fact FAT.

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