How to Delete Files from a CD-RW Disc

A CD-R and CD-RW are compatible with the CD-R/RW drive of your computer. The big difference between a CD-R and CD-RW is that with a CD-RW (CD-ReWritable) you can add and delete files for storage, like a USB disk drive. The following article will sufficiently help you with the step of adding and deleting content from a CD-RW. Keep in mind that CD-RWs have a limited space, so make sure you are storing files that will fit onto the CD-RW disc. Also, adding and deleting files from a CD-RW is a very simple task. There are more difficult ways of handling a CD-RW, but this article will strictly help with the simplest of solutions.

Instructions

How to Delete Files from a CD-RW Disc

1. There are many CD-RWs out on the market from several popular manufacturers as well as cheaper versions. When choosing to purchase a CD-RW, keep in mind the following objectives. First, you want to make sure that the CD-RW supplies you with enough space for the amount and size of files that you want to store. If one CD-RW isn't enough for your purposes, many come in bundles for one price. Secondly, you will want to make sure the CD-RW disc meets the compatibility requirements of your computer with similar performance speeds. The norm is CD-RW discs and drives with a optimum performance speed of 1x, 2x and 4x.

2. Now that you have the CD-RW disc that best suits your needs, you will be able to begin the process of adding files to your disc. Begin by inserting the CD-RW disc into the appropriate drive of your computer. A pop-up box should appear, letting you know that a blank disc is on your drive. If you do not see a pop-up box, then you can find the blank disc location by going to "My Computer," or where your drive information is located.

3. Open the disc or click on the disc icon to open the blank CD-RW disc folder. Now, you can simply drag the files you want to store into the open CD-RW disc folder. There is no need to directly burn files onto the disc. Simply think of the CD-RW disc as a storage unit like a USB disc drive. Store as many files as you wish. If a file is too big to fit onto the disc, a dialogue box will appear to warn you that there is not enough space on your CD-RW disc for the file.

4. Now, deleting a file from your CD-RW disc drive is just as simple as adding the file. You can right-click on the file that you wish to delete, and then select the "Delete" option. You can also move the file from the CD-RW disc drive into the "Trash" folder of your computer. Remember that once the file is deleted, you will no longer have access to it on your CD-RW disc drive, so it's always good to also back up the file on your computer just in case.

5. Those steps are easy, but keep in mind that there might be some slight differences for various CD-RWs. However, even though the previous steps should work on all operating systems, it's always useful to double-check the requirement criteria on the back of the CD-RW package. For reference purposes, the brand of CD-RW that was used for these steps was a "Memorex High Speed CD-RW, with 700 MB and up to 12x optimum speed performance."

Tips & Warnings

• Choose a CD-RW disc that meets your needs Choose a CD-RW that fits your computer's requirements Always have a back up of files before you delete them from a CD-RW disc