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why cant i add a mp3 file into itunes

i tried adding it using different ways but it just wont show up in iTunes.

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 12.0

Posted on Apr 26, 2022 7:56 PM

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Posted on Apr 27, 2022 5:45 AM

Penguins,


There are many ways to add an audio file to your iTunes/Music library. Once you are sure the valid file is on your local drive, try one or more of the following:

  • Drag it into iTunes (or Music)
  • Drag it into a specific playlist (i.e., the open window of a regular playlist, not a smart playlist)
  • Drag it into the "Automatically Add..." folder (Do this while iTunes/Music is running)
  • Use the command File > Import and navigate to its location
  • Right-click the MP3 and choose Open With > iTunes (or Music)
  • Double-click the MP3

If the audio file is valid, at least one of these should work.

If none of them work you may have an invalid or corrupt file. This has been happening a lot lately with files from "questionable" sources. If this is your situation, use a 3rd party tool to clean up or convert the file, or seek a more reliable source.

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Apr 27, 2022 5:45 AM in response to realflyingpenguins

Penguins,


There are many ways to add an audio file to your iTunes/Music library. Once you are sure the valid file is on your local drive, try one or more of the following:

  • Drag it into iTunes (or Music)
  • Drag it into a specific playlist (i.e., the open window of a regular playlist, not a smart playlist)
  • Drag it into the "Automatically Add..." folder (Do this while iTunes/Music is running)
  • Use the command File > Import and navigate to its location
  • Right-click the MP3 and choose Open With > iTunes (or Music)
  • Double-click the MP3

If the audio file is valid, at least one of these should work.

If none of them work you may have an invalid or corrupt file. This has been happening a lot lately with files from "questionable" sources. If this is your situation, use a 3rd party tool to clean up or convert the file, or seek a more reliable source.

why cant i add a mp3 file into itunes

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