CD and DVD labels may help to identify the contents of the disc, but the labels may also interfere with the operation of your car, standalone or computer CD/DVD player due to the extra layer of material causing the disc to rotate irregularly. Label fragments eventually may peel off and clog your CD/DVD player. Disc labels also deteriorate over time and leave a sticky residue on discs. When removing disc labels, you don't want to use a chemical or tool that will damage the disc or leave fragments of the label behind.
Step 1
Place a soft cloth or rag onto a flat surface such as a countertop, desk or table. Place the CD or DVD label side up on cloth.
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Step 2
Pour one cup of isopropyl alcohol into a plastic container. Wear latex gloves to keep your hands from getting wet.
Step 3
Dip a soft cloth or rag into the container of alcohol. Wring out excess alcohol.
Step 4
Lay the damp cloth or rag on top of the disc's label. Press the material into the label and allow it to sit for five minutes.
Step 5
Press and rotate the cloth or rag into the disc's label. You will feel the label starting to move on the disc. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 until the label is free from the disc.
Step 6
Dip a cotton swab into the container of alcohol. Wipe the disc's surface with the alcohol-soaked cotton swab to remove any remaining fragments of the label.
Step 7
Wipe the CD or DVD dry with a clean cloth or rag.
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