How Do You Repair A Cracked DVD?
Not all cracked DVDs can be repaired. Sometimes the best method is to contact the manufacturer and ask for a replacement DVD, or search for a used replacement disk through eBay or local second-hand stores. That said, if the crack is small, there are a few tricks that you can try to save the disk. Inspect the Damage Step 1 Study the damaged area of the DVD. A hairline crack might be repairable. A crack near the center hole of the disk that doesn’t reach the data area may also be repairable. Step 2 Hold the cracked DVD up to a bright light and examine the disk. If you can see damage in the foil layer of the disk (the part that stores the data), the disk is permanently damaged. Even a pin hole can render a disk unreadable. Step 3 If the disk is completely cracked in pieces, it is not repairable. Contact the manufacturer for a replacement disk. Repair Step 1 Fill the crack with plastic-safe super glue. Use a toothpick to apply the glue directly to the crack. Allow to dry. Step 2 Prevent fu
