How to format a CD or DVD in Windows 10
Description: This article will show how to clear all data off a writeable or rewriteable CD or DVD by formatting it in Windows 10.
- Right click on the Start button, then click on File Explorer.
- On the left side of File Explorer, click This PC.
- Right click on the CD / DVD drive, then click Format.
- On the Format window, select the specific options for the formatting, then click on Start.
- A warning message will appear about deleting all data on the drive. To continue with the process, click OK. The CD / DVD will begin to format.
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