You can burn empty or blank DVDs and DVD-RWs using the native tools included with the Windows operating system. You can copy valuable media, documents, photos or other files directly to the DVD for playback in a standard DVD player or to transfer the files to another computer. Writing files to a DVD is also an effective method for creating a physical backup for any valuable files you do not want to lose.
Difficulty: Moderately EasyInstructionsThings You'll Need:DVD-R- 1
Insert the blank DVD-R into your disc drive. The "Auto Play" window will open once the disc is recognized.
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Click the "Burn files to data disc" option to access the "Burn A Disc" dialog menu.
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Type in a name for the disc and click "Show Formatting Options." Select the "Mastered" format to ensure that the disc can be used in other devices and click "Next." An empty staging folder will appear.
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Click "Start" and choose "Windows Explorer." Locate the files you want to burn to the DVD. Click on the file icon and drag it into the staging folder. Drag multiple files at once by holding down "Ctrl" while you click.
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Click the "Burn To Disc" link from the taskbar to begin copying the files to the disc. The burner will write the files to the DVD and eject the disc once the process is complete.
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Insert the blank DVD-R into your disc drive. The "Auto Play" window will open once the disc is recognized.
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Click the "Burn files to data disc" option to access the "Burn A Disc" dialog menu.
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Type in a name for the disc and click "Show Formatting Options." Select the "Mastered" format to ensure that the disc can be used in other devices and click "Next." An empty staging folder will appear.
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Click "Start" and choose "Windows Explorer." Locate the files you want to burn to the DVD. Click on the file icon and drag it into the staging folder. Drag multiple files at once by holding down "Ctrl" while you click.
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Click the "Burn To Disc" link from the taskbar to begin copying the files to the disc. The burner will write the files to the DVD and eject the disc once the process is complete.