labeling software

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Level 1

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labeling software

What would be the best CD/DVD labeling software? Not to directly print onto the media but to apply as a stickon. Currently I have Neato's MediaFace for my old HP PC.

PowerBook G4 17 inch, Mac OS X (10.4.6)

Posted on Jul 14, 2006 12:17 PM

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Answer 1

BGreg

Level 6

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Jul 15, 2006 5:32 AM in response to Alan R.

I've used exPressit SE 2.2 that comes with Memorex labels. Don't know if it's the best, but it works.

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Answer 2

Jul 15, 2006 6:16 AM in response to Alan R.

Hello Alan,

Just a word of caution here...

Sticking labels onto CD's can severely reduce the life of a drive. The label must be attached with ultra precision to prevent wobble or skip on the CD.

Also - If the label becomes detached inside the computer.....

Expensive and time consuming!!!

Cheers

Ian

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Answer 3

dwb

Level 7

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Jul 15, 2006 6:43 AM in response to Alan R.

I make labels with PrintShop and I've used Discus which has a pretty unMac like interface - but hey, it was free with Toast. The Stomper application tool and labels are just about the best for getting the label on precisely straight without wrinkles.

And now for the obligatory word of warning. I don't hesitate to use paper labels with drives that trays...but not in slot loading drives. There is a remote chance that the label will begin to separate and get stuck. Remote doesn't mean never - remote means that at our shop we have a few customers a year who bring in their Mac with a stuck disk caused by a paper label.

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BGreg

Level 6

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Jul 15, 2006 10:33 AM in response to Alan R.

FWIW, I'll add that I use DVD-specific labels on DVDs, which I've been led to believe are more prone to label-related issues with paper labels.

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Answer 5

Jul 17, 2006 3:14 PM in response to Alan R.

Alan,

Check out the Stomper labels and applicator tool. I just picked it up a while ago, and it works like a charm. (I've only used it on my pc for now, but it works on the mac as well) The applicator tool is awesome...the labels go on perfectly centered and I haven't had a problem.

I picked mine up at Staples

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Answer 6

Aug 7, 2006 8:48 PM in response to Alan R.

Are there any free/shareware dvd/cd labeling software for mac? Or what is best labeling software for mac?

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Answer 7

Old Toad

Level 10

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Aug 10, 2006 10:09 AM in response to kenneth boyd

kenneth:

As SDIllini mentioned do not stick labels on a disk for labeling purposes. It is a recipe for disaster. The Epson line of printers R200 on up do an excellent job of printing on printable disks. SDIllini mentioned the Epson software. I use Discus. I found it to be so much more powerful and easier to use. They have a demo that you can try out also.

I get my printable CDs and DVDs, Ritek 4x, at Americal.com in bulk. Very reasonable.

Do you Twango?

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