Try these step-by-step instructions:
Click Start
Select Windows Movie Maker
From the top Menu click --
Tools / Options
Select the Advanced tab
Set your applicable Video format - NTSC or PAL
Set Aspect Ratio to 16:9
Select the Compatibility tab
Uncheck the box "AVI decompressor"
Click OK
You only need to set the above options once - the settings will be retained for future jobs.
On the main screen, under the heading: Import-------
Select Videos
Locate your .avi file and click on it (or double-click if necessary).
The file will be loaded.
Drag the file down and drop it on to the storyboard.
Under the heading: Publish to -------
Select DVD
An information panel explains what will happen next – Click OK.
Movie Maker will save the project file - enter the name of the movie when prompted.
Movie Maker will switch to Windows DVD Maker.
Select Menu text
The movie name will already be copied in. Change it if you wish / or Don’t change.
Load a blank DVD
Click Burn
Go make a cup of coffee, take your dog for a walk.
After the job has completed, be sure to exit completely from Windows DVD Maker before starting the next job with Movie Maker.
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