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How to edit ID3 tags
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If you collect MP3s from disparate sources, your ID3 tags are probably in shambles. Ideally, an ID3 tag would include information about the song, artist, album, year, and genre. Some of your tracks may have just the artist labeled, others only the song title, while still others may have all of the information you need. If you want to keep your music collection organized, editing the ID3 tags is essential. The instructions below will get you started editing those tags. Required Attention Span: 1 minute per song |
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Before you start, you'll need to gather these elements:
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If you prefer Musicmatch Jukebox Step one Open Musicmatch Jukebox. If the Music Library window isn't open, click View and select My Library to open it. Step two  Musimatch also has a Super Tagging feature that can look up tag info and fill in the data, though it doesn't work for all tracks.
Step three  A tabbed window will let you fill in a plethora of information, even lyrics.
If you prefer iTunes Step one Launch iTunes. Step two  We used the Windows version of iTunes to edit this song.
Step three  You can even add artwork if you have the image file.
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Tutorials
CNET's quick guide to free media jukeboxes
In the endless battle of the Windows-based PC vs. the Mac, at least one thing's for certain: if you're a Windows user, choosing the right audio jukebox software involves wading through a plethora of choices. Luckily, we're here to help you in your quest.
In the endless battle of the Windows-based PC vs. the Mac, at least one thing's for certain: if you're a Windows user, choosing the right audio jukebox software involves wading through a plethora of choices. Luckily, we're here to help you in your quest.
MP3 player buying guide
The MP3 player market covers a range of shapes, sizes, features, storage capacities, file formats, and download services. Amid such variety, how are you to choose? That's where we come in. This guide will help you pick the perfect player.
The MP3 player market covers a range of shapes, sizes, features, storage capacities, file formats, and download services. Amid such variety, how are you to choose? That's where we come in. This guide will help you pick the perfect player.
Which MP3 player is best for me?
These days, there are almost as many types of MP3 player as there are types of MP3 listener. Take our MP3 player personality test to find out which one suits you best.
These days, there are almost as many types of MP3 player as there are types of MP3 listener. Take our MP3 player personality test to find out which one suits you best.
Burn an audio CD
Online music stores let you pick out the exact songs you want, without leaving the comfort of your home. Just don't expect to get a CD out of it--you'll have to make that yourself. Find out how to do so with these step-by-step instructions for burning a CD from iTunes.
Online music stores let you pick out the exact songs you want, without leaving the comfort of your home. Just don't expect to get a CD out of it--you'll have to make that yourself. Find out how to do so with these step-by-step instructions for burning a CD from iTunes.
Turn your CDs into MP3 files
One great reason to get into MP3 encoding is so that you can put together an online mix and send the location to your friends. But whatever your reason, you'll need to be able to encode MP3s for free and without a lot of undue hassle.
One great reason to get into MP3 encoding is so that you can put together an online mix and send the location to your friends. But whatever your reason, you'll need to be able to encode MP3s for free and without a lot of undue hassle.
Turn vinyl LPs into CDs
Turning your records into CDs is a great idea, and it's completely legal under the Fair Use provision of the American Home Recording Act.
Turning your records into CDs is a great idea, and it's completely legal under the Fair Use provision of the American Home Recording Act.
Record an Internet radio show
Ever wish you could set up a timed recording for a radio show as you would for a TV show? If your favorite radio programs are available online, you can.
Ever wish you could set up a timed recording for a radio show as you would for a TV show? If your favorite radio programs are available online, you can.
Burning Down the House: Ripping, Recording, Remixing, and More!
This book teaches you how to do all sorts of new stuff with your digital music, from setting up your own Internet radio station to remixing your favorite songs.
This book teaches you how to do all sorts of new stuff with your digital music, from setting up your own Internet radio station to remixing your favorite songs.
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