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Entering data onto a custom CD for burning

In Music, I want to create a custom tracklist that does not exist as a previously-published CD

iMac 27″, macOS 11.6

Posted on Dec 30, 2024 10:27 AM

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Dec 30, 2024 11:50 PM in response to bilhep

Create CDs and DVDs in Music on Mac - Apple Support

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Dec 30, 2024 12:43 PM in response to bilhep

Create a playlist with the tracks in the desired order. Right-click on the playlist name in the sidebar and burn the playlist as an audio CD. Audio CDs don't contain metadata.

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