Solved: How do I format DVD+RW?

Hi Warlord Jimmy and welcome to TSG,

You don't need to format a DVD+RW in order to use it. You just use it as you would a non-erasable DVD+R disc.

You can completely erase a previously recorded DVD+RW if you want to reuse it. The DVD burning software will usually include an erase function.

There is a method called UDF packet writing that allows you to use a DVD+RW the same as you would writing, reading and deleting files on your hard drive. You need UDF packet writing software to do this and the software would have the needed functions to format the DVD+RW prior to use.
You should note that UDF packet writing to CD+RW and DVD+RW discs can prove to be very un-reliable and there is a very good chance you will loose or corrupt the entire contents of the disc any time you try to change or add any content.

 

The Cheetah software web site's Screen Shots page seems to show both "Erase Disc" and "UDF Data Disc" selections in the New Project screen. I can't tell if they are for CD-RW only or for DVD+RW as well.



I noticed this thread has been marked "Solved" but I do not see any new posts from you explaining if and how the problems was solved.

 

you are welcome.

Just wanted to make sure you actually found a solution when you tagged the thread as solved.