Can we change the instance type of a running EC2 instance?

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AHAMEDSATHICK MOHAMEDALI · Accepted Answer

No, you cannot directly change the instance type while it is running; you must stop the instance first. Explanation: EC2 instance type determines CPU, memory, storage, and network capacity. To change the instance type: Stop the instance (data on instance store volumes will be lost; EBS volumes are preserved). Change the instance type in the AWS Management Console, CLI, or API. Start the instance again.

Can we change the instance type of a running EC2 instance?

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