(Master Boot Record) rather than GPT, as older PS4 firmwares may struggle with GPT. PC-side tools

This is the closest to a "set it and forget it" experience.

Have your .pkg files (retail games or demos) ready on your PC. 📖 Step-by-Step Guide 1. Restore the Custom Backup

These tools, like the Remote PKG Installer by Flatz, allow you to send and install files from a PC to a PS4 over a local network, bypassing the need for USB transfers.