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Can the current version of Apple Music support the import of older XML Playlist exports?

Windows, Windows 10

Posted on May 20, 2023 7:55 AM

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May 22, 2023 1:19 PM in response to D273905727

Hello D273905727,


Welcome to Apple Support Communities!

We want to help so you can enjoy your music and playlists with us.

Try these steps to save and import your playlists:


"Save copies of playlists to use on another computer

In the iTunes app  on your PC, do one of the following:

  • Save a copy of a single playlist or use it in iTunes on another computer: Select the playlist in the sidebar on the left, choose File > Library > Export Playlist, then choose XML from the Format pop-up menu.
  • Save a copy of all your playlists: Choose File > Library > Export Library. The exported information is saved in XML format.

Import an iTunes playlist

Note: You must first have an exported iTunes playlist (in an XML format).

  1. In the iTunes app  on your PC, choose File > Library > Import Playlist.
  2. Choose the XML file to import.
  3. The imported playlist includes only songs and videos already in your iTunes library. Unavailable items are removed from the list."


This Apple Support page has the full details: Save a copy of your playlists in iTunes on PC - Apple Support


Or if you want to create an Apple Music playlist, use these steps instead:

"Create a playlist on your Mac or PC

  1. Open the Apple Music app or iTunes.
  2. In the menu bar, choose File > New > Playlist.
  3. Give your playlist a name.
  4. Drag and drop music to your playlist in the sidebar.

Want to add music to an existing playlist? Just drag and drop music to a playlist in the sidebar."


This Apple Support link explains more: How to make a playlist in the Apple Music app - Apple Support


We hope this helps so you can continue to enjoy your playlists.

Cheers!




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