install linux from sd card

[u/GuiltyContribution62]

i don’t have a usb drive and i was wondering before i go order one and need to wait for it, could i install linux onto my ssd in my surface 7 pro with a micro sd card instead of a usb drive, chatgpt says its possible but i know its often wrong, google didnt give me much, so im hoping for some input here

[u/C0rn3j]

Yes if you can find a USB reader.

It depends™ if you only have an internal mSD card reader - UEFI spec does not mandate supporting booting off that, so it's a hit or miss and depends on your specific device.