How do access my disc drive on my Mac desktop from my MacBook Air?

I know I can access my Mac desktop from my MacBook Air, I just can't find the instructions. Can anyone help?

On your iMac desktop, Go to System Preferences > Sharing and check DVD drives.
The go to the MBair and click on Remote Disc in Finder's sidebar, select it and then the iMac.

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