# OneLibrary not reading on my iPad **URL:** \ **Category:** Questions\ **Tags:** macOS, iOS\ **Created:** [September 4, 2026, 11:25pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/onelibrary-not-reading-on-my-ipad/43150 "2026-09-04T23:25:30Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 18\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/dj_saba/32/14749_2.png) [@Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Dj_SaBa)\ **Post date:** [September 4, 2026, 11:25pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/onelibrary-not-reading-on-my-ipad/43150/1 "2026-09-04T23:25:30Z")
**NOTE: Please use the search function above before posting to avoid creating duplicate topics.** - Device model _(9th Gen)_: - Version of operating system _(IOS 18.7.8)_: - Version of djay _(5.6.8)_: - Hardware/controllers used _(Pioneer DJM-S7)_: YOUR QUESTION: 1. My Ipad is unable to read my One Library playlists that I created on my Mac Book. I have several different external drives with OneLidrary playlists and none of them are read by my Ipad. My Mac Book is able to read them just fine but not my Ipad. any help would be great. Thanks!!! ---
**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:** [September 4, 2026, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/onelibrary-not-reading-on-my-ipad/43150/2 "2026-09-04T23:29:38Z")
Hi @Dj_SaBa, sorry to hear you’re experiencing this issue. Does your iPad have a Lightning port instead of USB-C? If so, how exactly are you connecting your USB drive to it? ---
**Author:** ![Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/dj_saba/32/14749_2.png) [@Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Dj_SaBa)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2026, 9:40pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/onelibrary-not-reading-on-my-ipad/43150/4 "2026-09-06T21:40:56Z")
Hi. Thank you for your response. Yes, my Ipad has a lightning port. I am using a Tp Link USB 3.0, 7 port hub with power connection. ---
**Author:** ![Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/dj_saba/32/14749_2.png) [@Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Dj_SaBa)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2026, 9:43pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/onelibrary-not-reading-on-my-ipad/43150/5 "2026-09-06T21:43:36Z")
Also using a lightning port to USB adapter that is powered ---
**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:** [September 6, 2026, 9:45pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/onelibrary-not-reading-on-my-ipad/43150/6 "2026-09-06T21:45:19Z")
You’re welcome @Dj_SaBa. The hub and adapter are likely the problem. I highly recommend that you use the official Apple Camera Adapter to connect your USB drive: > **[Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter](https://www.apple.com/ca/shop/product/mx5j3am/a/lightning-to-usb-3-camera-adapter)** > > Transfer photos and videos to your iPad Pro with Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter. Buy now with fast, free shipping. ---
**Author:** ![Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/dj_saba/32/14749_2.png) [@Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Dj_SaBa)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2026, 9:46pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/onelibrary-not-reading-on-my-ipad/43150/7 "2026-09-06T21:46:59Z")
What type of Hub would you recommend? ---
**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:** [September 6, 2026, 9:48pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/onelibrary-not-reading-on-my-ipad/43150/8 "2026-09-06T21:48:05Z")
For mission critical setups, I wouldn’t recommend using any hubs with a Lightning port iPad. I recommend that you only use the genuine Apple Camera Adapter and your original iPad charger and cable. If you need to connect something other than your USB drive to your existing iPad, I recommend you copy your music files to the iPad internal drive instead of using the USB drive. ---
**Author:** ![Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/dj_saba/32/14749_2.png) [@Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Dj_SaBa)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2026, 9:51pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/onelibrary-not-reading-on-my-ipad/43150/9 "2026-09-06T21:51:50Z")
Where would I connect my mixer, Rane 12’s to run with Djay? ---
**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:** [September 6, 2026, 9:55pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/onelibrary-not-reading-on-my-ipad/43150/10 "2026-09-06T21:55:54Z")
IMO older iPads with Lightning ports are not ideal for reliably connecting multiple USB devices. You definitely want to use the genuine Apple Camera Adapter for the final connection. You might find a powered hub that will work when connected to the Camera Adapter, but the connection may not be reliable. ---
**Author:** ![Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/dj_saba/32/14749_2.png) [@Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Dj_SaBa)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2026, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/onelibrary-not-reading-on-my-ipad/43150/11 "2026-09-06T21:56:07Z")
Mixer would still need to pugged to a Hub correct? ---
**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:** [September 6, 2026, 9:57pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/onelibrary-not-reading-on-my-ipad/43150/12 "2026-09-06T21:57:51Z")
Maybe you can connect your RANE 12s via USB to your mixer then the mixer directly to the Camera Adapter. Then copy your music onto the iPad internal drive. ---
**Author:** ![Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/dj_saba/32/14749_2.png) [@Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Dj_SaBa)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2026, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/onelibrary-not-reading-on-my-ipad/43150/13 "2026-09-06T21:58:10Z")
Thank you for all the information. Eventually going to upgrade to a newer Ipad that has USB C ---
**Author:** ![Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/dj_saba/32/14749_2.png) [@Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Dj_SaBa)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2026, 9:59pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/onelibrary-not-reading-on-my-ipad/43150/14 "2026-09-06T21:59:17Z")
Sorry meant to say only Mixer in that question, rane 12’s are plugged to the mixer ---
**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:** [September 6, 2026, 10:00pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/onelibrary-not-reading-on-my-ipad/43150/15 "2026-09-06T22:00:13Z")
You’re welcome. An iPad with USB-C would be a good option for your setup. There are several reliable powered USB-C hubs that work with USB-C iPads. Stick with reputable brands like U-Green, Belkin, Anker and Baseus. ---
**Author:** ![Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/dj_saba/32/14749_2.png) [@Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Dj_SaBa)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2026, 10:05pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/onelibrary-not-reading-on-my-ipad/43150/17 "2026-09-06T22:05:41Z")
I just tried bypassing the Hub and plugged the USB drive directly to the lightning adapter and it recognized the drive but no One Library playlists are recognized ---
**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:** [September 6, 2026, 10:12pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/onelibrary-not-reading-on-my-ipad/43150/18 "2026-09-06T22:12:09Z")
1. Are you using the genuine Apple Camera Adapter or a 3rd party one? 2. Is the adapter connected to power with your original Apple cable and charger? 3. What format is the drive? 4. What size is the drive and how much free space is available? For more information on OneLibrary, please refer to the linked article below: > **[What is OneLibrary? | Algoriddim Support](https://help.algoriddim.com/topic/using-djay/what-is-onelibrary)** > > OneLibrary is a universal DJ library format developed with AlphaTheta. It standardizes playlists, cue points, loops, and beatgrids across djay, rekordbox, and supported hardware such as CDJ and XDJ systems. This guide explains what OneLibrary does,... ---
**Author:** ![Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/dj_saba/32/14749_2.png) [@Dj\_SaBa](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Dj_SaBa)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2026, 10:39pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/onelibrary-not-reading-on-my-ipad/43150/19 "2026-09-06T22:39:43Z")
Using 3rd party Camera adapter Using 3rd party cable and charger Drive format FAT 32 Drive size 250 g, free space 215 g ---
**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:** [September 6, 2026, 10:47pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/onelibrary-not-reading-on-my-ipad/43150/20 "2026-09-06T22:47:34Z")
Thanks for the additional info @Dj_SaBa. If you followed the correct OneLibrary export procedures from your Mac, then the issue is likely with the 3rd party adapter or the drive itself. Perhaps your older version of iPadOS could be a factor. Do you have a newer iPhone that you could test the drive on?