jayjaywest
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Q: Copy to play order not working

Hi,

 

I just upgraded to a mac from PC and transferred all my data over which is all fine

but the only thing I'm having an issue with is the "copy to play order" feature isn't working with my playlists

playlists on my phone seem to only be sorted by album name.

(I am also using apple music not sure if this would create any issues as it was previously working)

 

Thanks

Posted on Jun 21, 2016 5:54 AM

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    stuckboss stuckboss Jun 21, 2016 6:23 PM in response to jayjaywest
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    Jun 21, 2016 6:23 PM in response to jayjaywest

    Hello jayjaywest,


    Thank you for being part of the Apple Community!

     

    If I understand correctly, when you sort the playlists the way you want in iTunes, and sync with your iPhone, the order of the tracks changes.

     

    With iTunes, you should be able to create and edit playlists to have the tracks play in the order you prefer by following these steps:

    Create a playlist

    1. Choose File > New > Playlist.

    2. Type a name for the playlist.

    3. Click Edit Playlist.

    4. To add items, drag them to the playlist on the right.

    5. When you’re finished adding items, click Done.

    Edit a playlist

    Select the playlist and do any of the following:

    Add items: Click Edit Playlist, drag items to the playlist on the right, then click Done. 

    Change the order of songs: Drag the songs into the order you want. If you can’t drag a song, click the column heading above the numbers. 

    Remove an item: Select the item and press the Delete key (this does not remove the item from your library or storage device). 

    More information is available here:  iTunes 12 for Mac: Create a playlist

     

    Since you are an Apple Music subscriber, once the playlists are created, they should sync to your iPhone automatically.  iCloud Music Library must be enabled for this to happen.  Complete information on how this works is found here:

    Sync Apple Music across your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and computer

     

    Enjoy your new Mac!