How do I copy a DVD to my Mac with an external drive.

I have tried to make a copy a DVD Nd although it seemed copy on e it had finished it didn't look like it was in the right type of folder and won't play back.
Any ideas as I am texting to copy them so I can put them on my iPad.
I have an external hard drive that is compatible with a MAC.
Thanks

Wendy,
Sorry but copying commercial dvds is considered illegal and against the terms of use on this forum. That being said do a Google search for Handbrake. That's about all I can tell you.
Best of luck.

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