CDs are delicate pieces of equipment. If mishandled, they can easily become scratched. This can cause the CD to skip or not play at all. In some cases, the scratches may be so bad that the CD is unreadable. If this is the case, the CD may need to be replaced. However, if the scratches are not too bad, there are ways to clean them and make them playable again.

One way to clean a scratched CD is to use a toothpick. Simply scrape the toothpick along the scratches to try to remove any dirt or debris. Be careful not …