How to Convert MP3 Files to Play on a CD Player

You can create a custom audio CD library of MP3 files by using the free iTunes software. iTunes is available for the Mac and Windows operating systems. The software will burn the CD in the Compact Disk Digital Audio (CDDA) format, which ensures that it will play on any compact disc player. Each audio CD can hold up to approximately 74 minutes of music. The total amount of time for the CD will be shown in the task bar at the bottom of the iTunes screen when the playlist is selected.

Things You'll Need

• iTunes
• CD burner

Instructions

Set up iTunes

1. Download and install Apple iTunes (see Resources).

2. Open the iTunes application. The application will be found under the main "Start" or "Programs" menu.

3. Click "Preferences" under the "Edit" menu in the toolbar.

4. Choose the "Burning" icon from the list at the top of the screen.

5. Click "Audio CD" next to "Disc Format."

6. Click "OK" to save your changes.

Create the CD

1. Click "New Playlist" under the "File" menu in the iTunes toolbar.

2. Type the name of the playlist in the text box.

3. Click "Library" under "Source" on the left hand side of the screen.

4. Choose the mp3 files you want on the audio CD from the right hand side of the screen.

5. Drag the files to the playlist on the left hand side of the screen.

6. Open the playlist by clicking on the name of the playlist in the "Source" list on the left side of the screen.

7. Move the songs into the order that you want them on the CD.

8. Insert the blank CD into your computer's CD burner.

9. Click "Burn CD" on the top right hand side of the screen.

References

• Apple.com: iTunes -- How to Burn a High-Quality Audio CD
• iTunes Help: Adding Songs to Your CD Library

Resources

• Apple.com: iTunes