How to Copy MP3 to CD

Copying MP3 files to a CD is simple and easy.

MP3 is a common format for audio files. The files consume minimal space, which is why they can be easily transferred via Internet and stored in a computer. You can also store them in CDs so that you can listen to them using your CD player. Whether you are using Windows or Mac operating system, the following steps will guide you through the process.

Things You'll Need

• CD-R/RW

Instructions

Copy MP3 to CD in Windows

1. Place the blank CD into the optical drive of your computer. Click on "Start," and then load "My Computer."

2. Locate your CD/DVD-ROM drive and double click on it to open. Minimize the window.

3. Navigate to the location of the MP3 files that you saved in your computer. If you want to copy all the files, you can press Ctrl + A to select all files, and then Ctrl + C to copy. If you want to copy random MP3 files, hold down the Ctrl key and click on the files one by one. Alternatively, you can right click and select "Copy" to copy the files.

4. Return to the window that you minimized. Press Ctrl + V to paste the copied MP3 files. On the left portion of the window, click on "Write these files to CD." Wait for the "CD Writing Wizard" to appear. Follow the on-screen instructions until you finish the burning process.

Copy MP3 to CD in Mac OS

1. Place the blank CD into the CD/DVD-ROM drive. Once the blank CD is recognized, you will see a new icon in your desktop named "Untitled CD." Double click on the icon to open the "CD Window."

2. Navigate to the location of the MP3 files. Drag and drop the MP3 files into the "CD Window." Alternatively, you can copy the files by highlighting them and then pressing the Command key + C. Go back to the CD Window and then press the Command key + V to paste.

3. Click the "Burn Button" in the CD window. Confirm the process by clicking the "Burn" option in the small window that appears. Wait for the burning process to complete.

Tips & Warnings

• There are several download sites that allow you to download free MP3s, such as MP3-center.org, Downloadmp3hits.com and Emp3world.com.

References

• Microsoft: HOW TO: Copy a CD-ROM in Windows XP
• Apple.com: Mac OS X: About burning data onto CDs

Resources

• MP3 Center
• Download MP3 Hits
• eMP3world