Mastering Disc Burning with Brasero on Ubuntu

Posted on by Noah Belkacem

Introduction

Disc burning is a common task for many Ubuntu users, whether it’s creating backups, burning music CDs, or creating bootable installation discs. Brasero is a popular disc burning application that comes pre-installed with Ubuntu. In this tutorial, we will explore the various features of Brasero and learn how to master disc burning on Ubuntu.

Installing Brasero

Before we can start using Brasero, we need to make sure it is installed on our Ubuntu system. Follow these steps to install Brasero:

  1. Open the Terminal by pressing Ctrl+Alt+T.
  2. Type the following command and press Enter: sudo apt install brasero.
  3. Enter your password when prompted and press Enter to confirm the installation.
  4. Wait for the installation to complete.

Launching Brasero

Once Brasero is installed, you can launch it by following these steps:

  1. Click on the “Activities” button in the top-left corner of the screen.
  2. Type “Brasero” in the search bar and click on the Brasero icon when it appears.

Burning a Data Disc

To burn a data disc using Brasero, follow these steps:

  1. Click on the “Data project” option in the Brasero main menu.
  2. Click on the “+” button to add files and folders to your disc.
  3. Arrange the files and folders in the desired order.
  4. Insert a blank disc into your disc drive.
  5. Click on the “Burn” button to start the burning process.
  6. Wait for the burning process to complete.

Burning an Audio CD

To burn an audio CD using Brasero, follow these steps:

  1. Click on the “Audio project” option in the Brasero main menu.
  2. Click on the “+” button to add audio files to your disc.
  3. Arrange the audio files in the desired order.
  4. Insert a blank CD-R disc into your disc drive.
  5. Click on the “Burn” button to start the burning process.
  6. Wait for the burning process to complete.

Burning an ISO Image

To burn an ISO image using Brasero, follow these steps:

  1. Click on the “Burn image” option in the Brasero main menu.
  2. Click on the “Browse” button and select the ISO image file.
  3. Insert a blank disc into your disc drive.
  4. Click on the “Burn” button to start the burning process.
  5. Wait for the burning process to complete.

Verifying Disc Integrity

After burning a disc, it’s a good practice to verify its integrity to ensure that the data was burned correctly. Brasero provides a built-in option to verify disc integrity. To verify a disc, follow these steps:

  1. Insert the burned disc into your disc drive.
  2. Click on the “Check disc” option in the Brasero main menu.
  3. Wait for the verification process to complete.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I burn Blu-ray discs with Brasero?

A: No, Brasero does not support burning Blu-ray discs. It is primarily designed for burning CDs and DVDs.

Q: How can I create a bootable USB drive using Brasero?

A: Brasero does not have a built-in feature for creating bootable USB drives. You can use other tools like Etcher or Universal USB Installer for creating bootable USB drives.

Q: Can I burn video DVDs with Brasero?

A: Yes, Brasero supports burning video DVDs. You can create a video DVD project and add video files to it. Brasero will convert the video files to the appropriate format and burn them to a DVD.

Additional Tips

Here are some additional tips to enhance your disc burning experience with Brasero:

  • Make sure you are using high-quality blank discs to avoid burning errors.
  • Keep your disc drive clean and free from dust to prevent read/write errors.
  • Consider burning discs at a lower speed for better compatibility with older CD/DVD players.
  • Organize your files and folders before burning to create a well-structured disc.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have now mastered disc burning with Brasero on Ubuntu. You can now create data discs, audio CDs, and burn ISO images with ease. Remember to always verify the integrity of your burned discs to ensure data reliability. Enjoy your disc burning experience on Ubuntu !