# Importing iTunes into My Library (topic renamed) **URL:** \ **Category:** Questions\ **Tags:** macOS\ **Created:** [November 28, 2025, 8:35am UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212 "2025-11-28T08:35:12Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 4
**Author:** ![Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/sergio1/32/4368_2.png) [@Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Sergio1)\ **Post date:** [January 2, 2026, 7:27pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/71 "2026-01-02T19:27:28Z")
Hi Slak. I tried transferring my entire library from iTunes to my library again, including all the playlists. Before transferring everything, I disabled everything except iTunes. The software often struggles when searching for songs, and the rainbow appears. When I need to analyze a playlist, I have to do it multiple times because it hasn’t analyzed all the songs. When it finishes analyzing the songs in the playlist, it tells me the analysis process is complete, but that’s not true because I see many still waiting to be analyzed. Leaving aside the issue with the covers, I don’t understand the logic behind why some are visible and others aren’t, even when I can see them in the Finder and in iTunes. In the end, I completely uninstalled Djay Pro and reinstalled it from scratch. I’ve found that using it with the default iTunes source, as I’ve always done, works well without lag or other problems. ---
**Author:** ![STU-C](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/stu-c/32/19182_2.png) [@STU-C](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/STU-C)\ **Post date:** [January 2, 2026, 7:31pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/72 "2026-01-02T19:31:41Z")
Hi Sergio, have you tried the steps I suggested above? are the files that you are having issues with been purchased then moved away from their default location? I’ve had lots of experience with these missing album art files both on my computer, on a Denon Prime 2, other software and my car MMI. In the end I used MP3 tag and re-applied the artwork manually, at which point it doesn’t have any issues. ---
**Author:** ![Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/sergio1/32/4368_2.png) [@Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Sergio1)\ **Post date:** [January 2, 2026, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/73 "2026-01-02T20:18:13Z")
Hi STU-C. Let’s forget about the cover art issue, because if you manually add the cover art within iTunes and also see it in the Finder, I think it’s sufficient. The biggest problem is that the software lags when using my library. The rainbow wheel kicks in when you least expect it, freezing everything. The few times I use this software, I’ll continue to use it exclusively with iTunes by default. This way, it won’t cause any problems because it’s perfectly integrated. Thank you for your interest. ---
**Author:** ![STU-C](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/stu-c/32/19182_2.png) [@STU-C](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/STU-C)\ **Post date:** [January 2, 2026, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/74 "2026-01-02T20:28:39Z")
I’ve just added my full music library to the app in the files tab to see what happens as I normally use the Serato tab as my library in Djay. Judging by the loading wheel I feel it might be one to leave overnight. Are you trying to add this music whilst you use the app to DJ? or are you fully loading it into Djay and letting it analyse before trying to use it to DJ? For the artwork, ive discovered that opening ‘get info’ in Apple Music, screenshotting the original artwork with shift-command-4, then clicking ‘add artwork’ (even if its already there) will load that screenshot back into the file and add it again, then when you click ‘reload tags’ or similar it will show up. ---
**Author:** ![Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/sergio1/32/4368_2.png) [@Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Sergio1)\ **Post date:** [January 2, 2026, 9:33pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/75 "2026-01-02T21:33:05Z")
I don’t use Serato. I don’t know how it integrates with Djay. The few times I use Djay, I use it exclusively with the iTunes source. It works fine that way. If I move my entire iTunes library with all the playlists, the problems start. Lag when you least expect it. Rainbows galore. With Rekorbox, I have no problems with iTunes. The “Get information and re-add the cover” option doesn’t work, especially since the cover already exists and you can see it in the Finder. I don’t try to add music while using the app. I’m DJing. Regarding song analysis, another problem arises. If you give a playlist to analyze, it tells you it’s analyzed all the songs, when that’s not true. I have to repeat the analysis several times until, scrolling through all the songs, you realize it’s analyzed them all. No, no, thanks. The few times I use this software, I’ll continue to use it exclusively with the default iTunes source. That’s the only way it works without any problems. ---
**Author:** ![Slak\_Jaw](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/slak_jaw/32/6517_2.png) [@Slak\_Jaw](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Slak_Jaw)\ **Post date:** [January 4, 2026, 4:18pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/76 "2026-01-04T16:18:19Z")
> [@Slak\_Jaw](#): > > Hi again @Sergio1, these files don’t contain any artwork in the metadata tags, so that’s why djay does not display anything. In My Collection djay only uses the artwork stored in the file’s metadata, not iTunes artwork. iTunes can sometimes not save the artwork image into the file’s metadata tag, so you will need to use a 3rd party tagging tool to add the images into the metadata tag, then it should work. Hi @Sergio1, regarding missing artwork, please see the above reply from earlier. Also, I have renamed this topic so we can focus the discussion on your other issues instead. In the future, it would be best to create a single topic for each issue so we can keep the discussion focused. Going forward, let’s focus this discussion on your issues importing iTunes into My Library. ---
**Author:** ![Slak\_Jaw](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/slak_jaw/32/6517_2.png) [@Slak\_Jaw](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Slak_Jaw)\ **Post date:** [January 4, 2026, 4:19pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/77 "2026-01-04T16:19:50Z")
This is the recommended procedure: If you’re looking for a flexible way to manage your music in djay, we recommend using the native **“My Collection”** library source in combination with the **Finder** (on macOS), **Files** (on iOS), or **Explorer** (on Windows) library sources. To get started: 1. **In the Finder/Files/Explorer source** , use the “+” icon to select the files or folders you’d like to make available in djay. 2. **Create a playlist** within “My Collection” where you’d like these tracks to live. 3. **Drag and drop** your selected tracks from the Finder/Files/Explorer source into your new playlist in “My Collection.” “My Collection” allows you to create custom playlists and folders that automatically index tracks from various sources within djay, including streaming services, djay Music, locally stored files, and files from external devices/locations. A byproduct of this approach is that it lets you work directly with your file sources, bypassing the need to use the Music app altogether. Since djay links to your files rather than importing them, it’s essential to ensure that your file paths remain consistent. It is also important to note that if you add new tracks to a source folder (like an external drive), those files will appear in the Finder/Files/Explorer source within djay. However, they won’t automatically show up in your custom playlists in “My Collection” as you’ll need to manually drag them into the appropriate playlist to keep everything in sync. Please try this procedure and let me know if that helps or not. Thanks! ---
**Author:** ![Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/sergio1/32/4368_2.png) [@Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Sergio1)\ **Post date:** [January 4, 2026, 5:28pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/78 "2026-01-04T17:28:19Z")
Hi Slak. Thank you for your interest. I prefer using Djay Pro via the default iTunes source because it doesn’t cause any problems. Also because it’s software I rarely use. I use it when I’m with friends to entertain them, even if they’re not DJs. I know I won’t be able to export to a USB stick unless I go through my library. For that purpose, I use Rekordbox without any problems. I’ve tried everything, including the one you suggested. It’s not for me. If one day there’s an update that allows me to transfer everything from iTunes to my library without any problems, and that can read all the metadata, including cover art, like Rekordbox does, then I’ll give it a try. Thank you again for your interest, and if there’s an update that’s relevant to me in the future, please let me know. ---
**Author:** ![Slak\_Jaw](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/slak_jaw/32/6517_2.png) [@Slak\_Jaw](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Slak_Jaw)\ **Post date:** [January 4, 2026, 5:31pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/79 "2026-01-04T17:31:49Z")
You’re welcome. Thanks for the follow up. I will consider this topic closed for now then. Thanks again! ---
**Author:** ![Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/sergio1/32/4368_2.png) [@Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Sergio1)\ **Post date:** [January 28, 2026, 5:57pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/80 "2026-01-28T17:57:29Z")
Hi Slak. It’s been a while since I posted. Will all the issues I encountered be resolved in the next update? Have they been addressed? ---
**Author:** ![Slak\_Jaw](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/slak_jaw/32/6517_2.png) [@Slak\_Jaw](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Slak_Jaw)\ **Post date:** [January 28, 2026, 8:04pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/81 "2026-01-28T20:04:56Z")
> [@Slak\_Jaw](#): > > Hi again @Sergio1, these files don’t contain any artwork in the metadata tags, so that’s why djay does not display anything. In My Collection djay only uses the artwork stored in the file’s metadata, not iTunes artwork. iTunes can sometimes not save the artwork image into the file’s metadata tag, so you will need to use a 3rd party tagging tool to add the images into the metadata tag, then it should work. Hi @Sergio1, please refer to my previous comment. We were never able to reproduce any of this issues you’ve described so nothing has been changed in djay for the next update. ---
**Author:** ![Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/sergio1/32/4368_2.png) [@Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Sergio1)\ **Post date:** [January 29, 2026, 10:05am UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/82 "2026-01-29T10:05:49Z")
Hi Slak. Okay. I understand. No problem. That means that the few times I use Djay Pro, I’ll only use the default iTunes source. At least that way, I’m sure it won’t cause any problems. Thanks anyway for your honest reply. ---
**Author:** ![Slak\_Jaw](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/slak_jaw/32/6517_2.png) [@Slak\_Jaw](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Slak_Jaw)\ **Post date:** [January 29, 2026, 11:27am UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/83 "2026-01-29T11:27:00Z")
You’re welcome @Sergio1 ---
**Author:** ![Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/sergio1/32/4368_2.png) [@Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Sergio1)\ **Post date:** [April 1, 2026, 9:35am UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/84 "2026-04-01T09:35:21Z")
Good morning everyone. I’m writing to update you. I did a clean install of the new version 5.6.4. I was surprised to notice that if I analyze the songs before moving them to my collection, the song covers are visible. This is a positive thing for me. I don’t know if the engineers changed anything in this latest update. I also noticed, as shown in the photo, that there are some files with my file symbols. I only move the files to my collection from the iTunes source after having them analyzed first. Is this expected behavior? I have a couple of questions. Once I’ve analyzed all the songs I’ll later move to my collection, should I disable the iTunes source or will it make no difference? If I then try to create a playlist in my collection, how can I use it in Rekordbox? Is there a way to do this? Thank you in advance for any advice you can offer. ![Schermata 2026-04-01 alle 10.50.30](https://community-assets.algoriddim.com/original/3X/0/b/0b764afa757e9158a802f502a2bb6b90c163e24e.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Slak\_Jaw](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/slak_jaw/32/6517_2.png) [@Slak\_Jaw](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Slak_Jaw)\ **Post date:** [April 1, 2026, 2:06pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/85 "2026-04-01T14:06:05Z")
That is good to hear @Sergio1 > [@Sergio1](#): > > I only move the files to my collection from the iTunes source after having them analyzed first. > > Is this expected behavior? Yes, this will vary depending on where the file was first accessed from. > [@Sergio1](#): > > Once I’ve analyzed all the songs I’ll later move to my collection, should I disable the iTunes source or will it make no difference? I would simply leave the iTunes Source enabled. > [@Sergio1](#): > > If I then try to create a playlist in my collection, how can I use it in Rekordbox? > > Is there a way to do this? I recommend you use the new OneLibrary feature: > **[OneLibrary | Algoriddim Support](https://help.algoriddim.com/user-manual/djay-pro-mac/music-library/advanced/onelibrary)** > > Take your music anywhere with OneLibrary. OneLibrary lets you create a portable djay library that works seamlessly across devices and platforms. This allows you to take your djay music collection, playlists, and library data with you and use them... ---
**Author:** ![Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/sergio1/32/4368_2.png) [@Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Sergio1)\ **Post date:** [April 1, 2026, 2:52pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/86 "2026-04-01T14:52:18Z")
Hi Slak. It’s always nice to hear from you again. Thank you for your continued availability. I’ll follow your advice. ---
**Author:** ![Slak\_Jaw](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/slak_jaw/32/6517_2.png) [@Slak\_Jaw](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Slak_Jaw)\ **Post date:** [April 1, 2026, 2:53pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/87 "2026-04-01T14:53:24Z")
You’re welcome @Sergio1. Happy to help! ---
**Author:** ![Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/sergio1/32/4368_2.png) [@Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Sergio1)\ **Post date:** [April 4, 2026, 8:14am UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/88 "2026-04-04T08:14:24Z")
Good morning, Slak. Forgive me for bothering you with a few questions. A few days ago, I used Djay Pro instead of Rekordbox for a pub gig, where I didn’t have much space for a large console. I connected a Pioneer FLX4 controller, and for about 5 hours, everything worked fine. This makes me happy because it’s proven reliable. My questions are: Are the hotcues I save to my library saved in iCloud like when I save them from iTunes? Is there a way to change the yellow color in my library? Unfortunately, the yellow color with white letters really strains my eyes. I haven’t had this problem using external apps with Rekordbox, since the display is blue with white characters, which I much prefer. Thank you in advance for any answers you may have. ---
**Author:** ![Slak\_Jaw](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/slak_jaw/32/6517_2.png) [@Slak\_Jaw](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Slak_Jaw)\ **Post date:** [April 4, 2026, 11:04am UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/89 "2026-04-04T11:04:50Z")
Hi @Sergio1, > [@Sergio1](#): > > Are the hotcues I save to my library saved in iCloud like when I save them from iTunes? Yes, if you enable iCloud Sync on your macOS and iOS devices: > **[How to enable iCloud syncing​ - iCloud syncing | Algoriddim Support](https://help.algoriddim.com/user-manual/djay-pro-mac/music-library/advanced/icloud-syncing#how-to-enable-icloud-syncing)** > > iCloud syncing keeps your track data consistent across djay on all your Apple devices. When enabled, djay automatically syncs key track metadata—such as cue points and loop regions—through iCloud. This ensures your performance data is always... > [@Sergio1](#): > > Is there a way to change the yellow color in my library? No, the library highlight color are determined by the music source you use. Yellow/amber for My Collection, green for Beatport, blue for Tidal, etc.. ---
**Author:** ![Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/sergio1/32/4368_2.png) [@Sergio1](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Sergio1)\ **Post date:** [April 4, 2026, 1:14pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/importing-itunes-into-my-library-topic-renamed/40212/90 "2026-04-04T13:14:45Z")
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