galaxy tabs2 wont read sd card on plugin card reader

[AC Question]

I have an older tab3 tablet and a card reader which I used to view photos taken on camera which works great. However on my new Tabs2 8inch tablet it will not register the card but will read a usb stick. Samsung have been useless at helping i person said only sdxc cards would work another said format the card but if the tablet wont read it thats not possible can anyone help

 

[B. Diddy]

Welcome to Android Central! Are you connecting this card reader to the Tab S2 using an OTG cable? Or does the card reader have an OTG adapter integrated into its plug?