Quick Answer: How to Play a Dvd on Windows 10?
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But although Windows Media Player can no longer play DVDs, Windows can still play DVDs with either of these solutions:

  • Use the third-party DVD players provided by your computer manufacturer. Most desktop PC manufacturers toss in a free trial version of a DVD player.
  • Download the free VLC media player from VideoLAN.

How do I watch DVD on Windows 10?

First, download and install the software from the VideoLAN VLC Media Player website. Launch VLC Media Player from its Start menu shortcut. Insert a DVD, and it should rev up automatically. If not, click the Media menu, select the Open Disc command, choose the option for DVD, and then click the Play button.

How do I get Windows Media Player to play a DVD?

To play a CD or DVD. Insert the disc you want to play into the drive. Typically, the disc will start playing automatically. If it doesn’t play, or if you want to play a disc that is already inserted, open Windows Media Player, and then, in the Player Library, select the disc name in the navigation pane.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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