Gavster626

Q: Importing Music From iTunes Library

I just recently imported a CD to my iTunes library via my computer. However, when I try to drag the album/individual songs to my iPhone, it will not allow me to transfer it/them to my iPhone. The phone is sync'd. I have no idea, and apple support has given me nothing. Any ideas?

iPhone 4S, iOS 9.3.2

Posted on Jun 16, 2016 11:23 AM

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  • by braden85,

    braden85 braden85 Jun 17, 2016 10:18 AM in response to Gavster626
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    Jun 17, 2016 10:18 AM in response to Gavster626

    HI there Gavster626,

     

    I understand that you are trying to sync some songs from iTunes to your iPhone, but are unable to do so. The method for syncing that you describe as being your desired action (dragging and dropping your music into your iPhone icon) is made possible by choosing to manually manage your music on your iPhone, as described in the article below:

    If you can't manually add or remove content from your device

    Check to make sure that the "Manually manage music and videos" option is turned on:

    1. Connect your device to your computer.
    2. Open iTunes. Make sure that you have the latest version.
    3. Locate and click on your device.
       Icon of iOS device in iTunes
    4. In the left sidebar, click Summary.
    5. Scroll down to the Options section.
    6. Click the box next to "Manually manage music and videos."
    7. Click Apply. 

    You might see a message that your device is synced with another library. This means that you've used a different computer to sync your device in the past, and iTunes can't sync without first erasing and replacing all iTunes content on your device.

    Move content from iTunes on your computer to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

     

    There are a few other methods for accomplishing this action that you may wish to employ. First, you can choose to keep your music selections updated on your device using the steps found in this article:

     

    Sync your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with iTunes on your computer using USB - Apple Support

     

    If you happen to be an Apple Music subscriber, you will want to upload these songs to your Apple Music library, which is described in the following article:

     

    Add music from your own collection to your Apple Music library - Apple Support

     

    I hope these articles help you achieve your goals. Thanks for coming to the Apple Support Communities!