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== Write files to a CD or DVD ==
You can put files onto a blank disc by using CD/DVD Creator. The option to create a CD or DVD will appear in the file manager as soon as you place the CD into your CD/DVD writer. The file manager lets you transfer files to other computers or perform [[xref:backup-why|backups]] by putting files onto a blank disc. To write files to a CD or DVD:

* Place an empty disc into your CD/DVD writable drive.
* In the Blank CD/DVD-R Disc notification that pops up at the bottom of the screen, select Open with CD/DVD Creator. TheCD/DVD Creator folder window will open. (You can also click on Blank CD/DVD-R Disc under Devices in the file manager sidebar.)
* In the Disc Name field, type a name for the disc.
* Drag or copy the desired files into the window.
* Click Write to Disc.
* Under Select a disc to write to, choose the blank disc.
(You could choose Image file instead. This will put the files in a ''disc image'', which will be saved on your computer. You can then burn that disc image onto a blank disc at a later date.)
* Click Properties if you want to adjust burning speed, the location of temporary files, and other options. The default options should be fine.
* Click the Burn button to begin recording. If Burn Several Copies is selected, you will be prompted for additional discs.
* When the disc burning is complete, it will eject automatically. Choose Make More Copies or Close to exit.

== If the disc wasn't burned properly ==
Sometimes the computer doesn't record the data correctly, and you won't be able to see the files you put onto the disc when you insert it into a computer.

In this case, try burning the disc again but use a lower burning speed, for example, 12x rather than 48x. Burning at slower speeds is more reliable. You can choose the speed by clicking the Properties button in the CD/DVD Creator window.