How to Add Videos to iTunes from a Computer

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Do you want to add a video to the iTunes library? Here's how to do it.

Steps

Add Movies from Your Computer to iTunes Step 1

Step 1. Make sure the file is in a suitable format

iTunes only plays videos in the following formats:.mov,.mv4 and.mp4.

To determine if the video will be able to play on iTunes, try opening the file with QuickTime (if you have it installed). If you can, then you can play it on iTunes.
If your video isn't in one of these formats, you'll need to convert it. There are various free software available online for download. Read forums and reviews to find the one that best suits your needs.

Add Movies from Your Computer to iTunes Step 2

Step 2. Open iTunes

Add Movies from Your Computer to iTunes Step 3

Step 3. Click on "File"> "Add to Library"

Add Movies from Your Computer to iTunes Step 4

Step 4. Explore the files

Search for the video you want to add to the iTunes library. To select multiple files, hold down "Control" (Windows) or "Command" (Mac) as you click on them.

Add Movies from Your Computer to iTunes Step 5

Step 5. Click on "Open"

Once the files have been selected, click on "Ok" or "Open" to add them to the library.

Add Movies from Your Computer to iTunes Step 6

Step 6. Drag and drop the file (alternative method)

You can also drag videos from a folder and drop them on iTunes, provided they are in the correct format.

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