How to Record a CD

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Last Updated: January 2, 2025 Tested

Whether you're trying to save copies of data for work or songs, video, and images for memories, it's important to know how to record data on a CD using CD burner software. We're here to help walk you through all the specific guidelines! Keep reading to learn more about recording data on a CD.

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Writable CD disks have a CD-RW label on them.

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Alternatively, you can use any popular CD burner software (such as Nero).
In many cases, this will automatically launch your CD burner software. If it does not, you can run the software manually. All the CD burner software titles usually have the same interface and follow the same procedures.
You can add or remove files from the software explorer window.
This wizard may ask you few more questions.
Make sure not to interrupt this process to record your data properly.

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How do I record a CD to my computer?

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You could use a program like iTunes or Windows Media Player to rip the CD to the computer.

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How do I send an audio recording by email?

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You send it as an attachment in the email: open up an email message, click "add an attachment," click the audio recording you would like to send, and send your email.

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How do I record music from YouTube to a disc?

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Use some kind of converter to convert the Youtube video into a music file (.mp3, .flac,...) and then use these methods.

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If you want to frequently over-write the data on your CD, you can use a re-writable (CD-RW) disk, but keep in mind that they're usually more expensive and operate at a slower speed. If you use CD-R (write-once) discs, you cannot re-record over your data because it's permanent. In this case, you may want to buy a Compact Disc Eraser to securely wipe out those personal or confidential discs.

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If you are new to CD recording, try using the step-by-step CD copying wizard that comes with your software.

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You can also use Real Player to burn audio CDs.

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