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Jan 16, 2020 On a Mac, the easiest way to transfer an iTunes library to a new computer is to use the Migration Assistant tool. Migration Assistant attempts to re-create your old computer on the new one by moving data, settings, and other files. It transfers most files well and will save you a lot of time. Running out of space on your Mac? Here's how to move your Mac's iTunes library to another location, whether it's another computer or an external hard drive. Jan 28, 2014 Manually transfer your iTunes library to a new Mac. If you wish to transfer your iTunes library to a new system, then you can do so with a few easy steps.

1. Transferring Itunes Library From Mac To Mac
2. How Do I Transfer My Itunes Library From Mac To Mac
3. Transferring Itunes Library From Mac To Mac Computer
4. Transferring Itunes Library From Mac To Mac Computer

Nov 27, 2013  - Do not copy the library to your desktop (within the mac) - Rather pull the iTunes folder from the External Drive Directly onto the Music folder on your Mac - Choose 'Replace' button for all files when it is ready to copy. This worked for me to migrate all playlists, ratings, tracks, and the rest of the library. Oct 29, 2010 This video will show you how to migrate your iTunes library from a Mac to a PC. Your playlists, ratings, and play count will remain in tact. For this video I used: -A MacBook running OSX 10.6.4. Jan 16, 2020  On your Mac Open the Apple Music app. From the menu bar at the top of your screen, choose Music Preferences. Go to the General tab and select Sync Library to turn it on. There are a few ways to transfer your iTunes library from one computer to another: When you get a new Mac, use Setup Assistant (or Migration Assistant, if you’re switching from Windows) to move files—including your iTunes files—from your old computer to the new one. See the Apple Support article Back up and restore your iTunes Library.

If you just purchased a new Mac and would like to copy the entire iTunes Library from old computer to the new one, you will want to read this article! There is no need to feel panic or nervous even though you've never done such a task. I've helped customers back up iPhone to Mac, and I've also helped them transfer music, photos, videos, etc. from iOS device to Mac. Now I'm happy to solve this trouble for you if you do think it's a daunting task to move your iTunes library over to the new Mac.

The method that we'll use in this article requires a program called FonePaw iOS Transfer. It's a user-friendly program that can copy iTunes library to new Mac. All types of data including photos, videos, contacts, notes, messages, playlist, books, etc. are supported by this program. Besides, you can transfer files directly between iOS devices and computer with different combinations, such as from iOS device to iOS device, from iOS device to computer or vice versa. This program works with well with iMac, MacBook, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, etc.

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Move iTunes Library to New Mac

Note:

• Before getting started, please sync your iTunes library with iPhone/iPad/iPod so as to make sure that you've copied the entire iTunes library with all music, videos, playlist, etc. to your iOS device.

• If you are using a Windows computer, please refer to how to transfer iTunes library to new computer.

Step 1. Launch FonePaw iOS Transfer on Mac

First of all, download and install the software on your new Mac. After that, launch the program and connect your device to Mac via the USB cable. Wait until you see the below interface pop up.

Step 2. Copy iTunes Library to New Mac

Way 1: Transfer Entire iTunes Library to New Mac

Go to 'To iTunes' from the main window, click it and then you will get a pop-up window which asks you to choose a folder on Mac to save the iTunes Library. Meanwhile, you can see all files that will be transferred to Mac before the process starts. The entire iTunes library includes Music, Ringtones, Moives, Podcasts, etc. Click on 'Start' to begin the process.

Way 2: Move Particular Data in iTunes Library to New Mac

Different from method 1, method 2 allows you to preview the iTunes library before the process starts. You can click on any categories you like from the left sidebar like Media, Photos, Contacts, etc. and then preview and mark down the items you want to copy selectively. When it's done, go to 'Export to' > 'Export to Mac' to transfer the items to new Mac.

Finally, you can go to your new Mac and check the iTunes library once the copy is completed. If you realize the extraordinary features of FonePaw iOS Transfer, don't hesitate to download and have a try. Leave your comments below if you have any troubles with this task.

Enjoy your iTunes library, and have fun!

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You could just move the ~/Music/iTunes to the ~/Music/iTunes folder on the other machine - it works. Don't forget to authorize that machine afterwards.

..And de-authorize the old one! (if you whish) ;)..
I did that a few months ago and I forgot to de-authorize the old machine. I was wandering who else installed my songs on their computer.. :/ ;)

Apple will let you clear out your authorized machines list once a year. After that just reauthorize the machines you own. Cannot find library folder on mac mojave 2017. Just log into your iTunes account. Under account information, if you've deauthorized your whole list in the last 12 months you wont see the button. If you've never deauthorized then you should be able to see a button.
Hope this helps.

Actually, u can clear authorizations as many times as u want.. the trick is when u get to the max of 5 machines, then you can goto your account settings in the iTunes Store and it will then let u reset all authorizations. This works every time. Try it. I can't tell you how many times I've had to do this.

If you want to preserve play counts, last added date and last played date, you need to make sure the name of the hard drive is the same on both machines. eg: Macintosh HD. You also need to make sure that the name of the User folder is the same (including capitalization).
Then just copy the library from one Mac to the other. Afterwards start iTunes, and you should have an exact duplicate of your old Library on your new Mac.

I apologize for the 'dumb' question but I am a new user and do not understand your solution. I have just purchased a imac and wish to transfer my itunes files from my pc to the imac. Your solution suggested that once you have consolidated your itune library to a folder on your desktop, you move the folder to the vacted itunes?. I assume that in my case, I create a consolidated folder on my pc desktop. But how do I get the folder from my pc to the imac? Your assistance is appreciated.

Go onto your PC and go into your My Music folder. There should be an iTunes folder there - you need to get that to your iMac. I would suggest initiating a network connection if you are on a high speed connection and just dragging and dropping. Otherwise, if it is small enough, you could always just burn that folder to a DVD.

Just finished transferring 45 GB from my crusty old Dell to my spankin' new 20' iMac 2.66 C2D. I rely heavily on ratings to populate dozens of smart playlists and they transferred perfectly, even coming from the XP ghetto to the OSX promised land! My playcounts are still there as well, and I figured they'd be gone for sure. Thanks!!

I know this makes me sound like a luddite troll, but you would not have to 'authorize' or deal with any other hassles if you just bought good ole fashioned CDs. Then you could do what you like with the stuff YOU BOUGHT, rather than kowtow to your corporate lords and masters. There's no incomprehensible 6-page EULA and you won't have to buy the white album again once Apple and iTunes have gone the way of Commodore.
CDs will probably still work in '18. I have my doubts about proprietary, DRM-laden audio codecs.

I went to the Advanced menu but found no option called 'Consolidate'. Now what? I'm running mac OS 10.4.11, on a pre-Intel G5. Thanks!

It's probably under a different menu - I believe Apple moves around all the menu items every so often to ensure that no one ever gets too comfortable using their software. You can easily locate this (or any) menu item by opening the help menu and typing consolidate.

'I believe Apple moves around all the menu items every so often to ensure that no one ever gets too comfortable using their software.'
Seriously?
What you have stated is the complete opposite of Apple's philosophy and practice.

LOL The part about not wanting users to get too comfortable was a joke, (well, kinda, lately I'm not so sure) but I have seen several different menu items in several different [Apple] Apps move around over the years. In particular, the Consolidate item which seems to only be accessible by right clicking on a song. (I see there is File > Library > Organize that will let you consolidate your entire library though.)

Transferring Itunes Library From Mac To Mac

Hi, I spent whole a day trying to get my pcs itunes library to my new mac, but it just didn't work out. That's why I started searching for a software solution and found a little app promising to transfer entire itunes libraries from pc to any other computer. Finally this app did the trick and maybe its helpful for others as well. Its called Tune swift and you'll find a free activation code on the following page: http://www.copytrans.net/copytranstuneswift.php Note: It doesn't seem to be the fastest app. I transferred about 70GB and it took me about 2 or 3 hours to backup and transfer everything, but therefore it was easy to use and it worked.

How Do I Transfer My Itunes Library From Mac To Mac

When moving from mac to windows:
1) copy the iTunes folder across
2) find the file called 'iTunes Library' that has no extension. Its in the same folder as a file called 'iTunes Library.xml'.
3) Copy this file in the same folder.
4) name the copy 'iTunes Library.itl' in other words give it a file extension of 'itl'
5) Find your iTunes icon on your desktop
6) hold the shift key down, do not release it
7) double click on the icon using your mouse
8) iTunes will ask you to use a different library
9) browse to the folder containing your itl file created earlier and select the file
10) voila - your mac library is now working in windows.

Transferring Itunes Library From Mac To Mac Computer

When transferring from PC to MAC do the above procedure I gave in an earlier post in reverse - ie you just remove the '.itl' extension from the 'iTunes Library' file.
Also in order to get the MAC to ask you for a new iTunes Library you must Hold down the option(alt) key when starting iTunes (sometimes to get this right you first select the icon, hold option, then click to start it).

Tried this
http://www.transfer-itunes-library.com
Worked great for me

Transferring Itunes Library From Mac To Mac Computer

Hello,
I am always curious about how to transfer a full iTunes library between my iPod and iPad 2. Thanks for your guide!