How to Reset iTunes Library on Mac/PC

Too many contents were crowded in your iTunes library and you do not need them at present. At this moment you may tend to reset the library to get a new start. By resetting iTunes library, all the playlists, ratings and apps will be obliterated.

Before the resetting, you’d better make a backup for iTunes library in case you will need them in the future: How to Backup iTunes Library to External Drive >

How to Reset iTunes Library on Mac

Step 1. Click on Go > Click Home.

Step 2. Click on Music folder > Choose iTunes.

Step 3. Delete these two files: iTunes Library.itl and iTunes Music Library.xml

How to Reset iTunes Library on Windows PC

Step 1. Launch Windows Explorer.

Step 2. Click on Music > Choose iTunes.

Step 3. Delete these two files: iTunes Library.itl and iTunes Music Library.xml

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Also Read: How to Manage Music on iPhone without iTunes >

Also Read: How to Sync iTunes Library to iPhone without Data Loss >

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