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How to Use iTunes to Create MP3s, AACs, and More
Convert music and audio files to the best formats possible
By Sam Costello Sam Costello Writer Ithaca College Sam Costello has been writing about tech since 2000. His writing has appeared in publications such as CNN.com, PC World, InfoWord, and many others. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on February 11, 2021 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email iPhone & iOS Switching from Android What to Know
For Macs, go to iTunes menu > Preferences > General > Import Settings > Import Using > select audio format > Setting > OK.To change settings on Windows, start in the Edit menu > Preferences.Import formatting supported: AAC, AIFF, MP3, and WAV. This article explains how to use iTunes to create MP3s and AAC’s from your CDs. Information covers how to change the import settings in iTunes. How to Change the Import Settings in iTunes
Every file type has its own strengths and weaknesses—some have higher-quality sound, and others create smaller files. To take advantage of the different kinds of files, change the iTunes import settings. Open iTunes and navigate to the Preferences: On a Mac, go to the iTunes menu and choose Preferences.On Windows, go to the Edit menu and choose Preferences. On the General tab, click Import Settings. The settings on the next screen control what happens to a CD when you put it into your computer and import songs (or when you use the iTunes built-in music-file conversion feature). Select the Import Using drop-down menu and choose what kind of audio file is created—MP3, AAC, WAV, or other. Select the Setting drop-down menu and choose the quality of the files that output. The higher the quality, the better it will sound, but the more space it will take up on your computer or device. Click OK to save your changes. The next time you rip a CD (or convert an existing music file on your computer), iTunes uses these settings to save it. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Copy a Music CD to iTunes 6 Best Free Audio Converter Software Programs How to Convert iTunes Songs to MP3 in 5 Easy Steps How to Rip Music From CDs Using Windows Media Player 11 M4P File (What It Is & How to Open One) How to Rip Music CDs to ALAC in iTunes Best iTunes Rip Settings for CD Audiobooks M4A File (What It Is and How to Open One) How to Make a Song Your Ringtone On iPhone How to Burn Music to CDs in iTunes Complete Guide to Using iTunes and the iTunes Store How to Install iTunes on Windows AC3 File (What It Is & How to Open One) M4R File (What It Is & How to Open One) AAC vs. MP3 How to Use Windows Media Player to Copy Music From CDs Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies