How to Make a .CUE File

A .CUE file or "cue sheet" is a file that, when combined with a .BIN file, makes up one single disc image. A disc image is a virtual copy of a physical CD or DVD that has been copied onto your computer's hard drive. The .CUE file is very small and is essentially a sort of table of contents for the data stored in the .BIN file. If the .CUE file is not present, none of the data on the .BIN file can be used. Fortunately, you can create a .CUE file to go with almost any .BIN file, if needed.

Instructions

1. Launch Notepad from your Start menu (All Programs -- Accessories -- NotePad).

2. Copy and paste the following text into the Notepad window:

   FILE "X.bin" BINARY

   TRACK 01 MODE1/2352

   INDEX 01 00:00:00

   Replace "X" with the name of the .BIN file you want to combine with this .CUE file.

3. Click the "File" menu button, then select "Save As."

4. Make sure "All Files" is selected in the "Save As Type" drop-down menu, then type "X.CUE" into the "File Name" text box. Replace "X" with the full name of the .BIN file.

5. Click "Save" to create the .CUE file.

References

• Shivaranjan: How to Create Cue File for BIN in 5 Easy Steps