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I recently had to reload my OS and all my files using a Time Machine restore. I was able to get all my music files working in Music, but lost all my playlists. I can see the iTunesLibrary.xml file, but can't make the connection with Music. Any ideas? Thx Paul
MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 12.3
If you've moved from iTunes to Music then what you would normally want to do is press and hold down option as you launch Music, use the Choose Library option, and pick the iTunes Library(.itl) file from your former library to convert to the .musiclibrary format. This would bring in your playlists, ratings, play counts, etc.
tt2
If you've moved from iTunes to Music then what you would normally want to do is press and hold down option as you launch Music, use the Choose Library option, and pick the iTunes Library(.itl) file from your former library to convert to the .musiclibrary format. This would bring in your playlists, ratings, play counts, etc.
tt2
Perfect! Worked first time. Thanks so much! I had tried other key combos but not the option version. Anyway, I really appreciate your help tt2! //Spud
You're welcome. 🙂
tt2
Lost Music playlists after Time Machine restore
