How to AutoPlay CDs

You can customize your computer's settings to automatically play CDs when inserted.

When you insert a CD into a computer, Windows typically displays a dialog box that allows you to choose the program you want to use with the CD. If you want to skip this step, you can enable the AutoPlay feature in Windows to have a program automatically open when a CD is inserted. Using this feature, you can quickly open a CD in your favorite program without having to specify it each time.

Instructions

1. Click "Start."

2. Click "Control Panel."

3. Type "Autoplay" in the Control Panel search box and press "Enter." Double-click "Autoplay" in the search results.

4. Click the check box labeled "Use AutoPlay for all media devices."

5. Assign the program that you want to open each type of CD. A list of CD types, such as "Audio CD" and "Video CD," is listed with a drop-down menu next to each type. Select a program from the drop-down menu for each of the CD types. If you don't select a program, Windows uses the default program for the file type.

6. Click "Save."

Tips & Warnings

• You don't have to select the same default program for all types of CDs. For example, you can choose to open blank CDs and audio CDs in different programs.

References

• Microsoft Windows: Change AutoPlay Settings