Mac OS FAQ

Guide to System Preferences

CDs and DVDs Preferences

This changes how you want to process a CD or DVD when you insert a disk.

For each option, select which application you want to open by default.

When you insert a music CD. Open Music. Alternatives are iTunes (older macOS) or VLC Player.

When you insert a picture CD. Open Photos.Alternatives include Adobe Bridge, Preview tool, Adobe Photoshop.

When you insert a video DVD. Open DVD Player. Alternatives include Blu-Ray Player.

Show eject in menu bar. Show eject icon in menu bar, otherwise use eject key on keyboard or use device's eject button.