How to Convert Windows Media Player Files Into MP3s

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The Windows Media Player (WMA) audio file type is the native audio file format for the Windows Media player. WMA files may be easily converted to MP3 format or any other audio format using an audio conversion utility program. Many audio conversion applications are freeware or shareware, and other vendors offer trials of their products. Some downloadable audio converter options include Cool Music Converter (AudioEditor) and Switch (NCH Software).

Instructions

1. Download and install one of the conversion utility applications.

2. Open the audio conversion program. Click the "Add Files" option to load the WMA file to convert.

3. Navigate to the .wma file on your hard drive or device. Filter the music file types by selecting the .wma file type from the File Type dropdown menu on the dialog box. Select the WMA file to be converted.

4. Specify the output folder for the converted files. Click on the "Browse" button, and navigate to the desired folder. Set the Output Folder by selecting a folder and clicking "OK."

5. Select the output file type. Select the MP3 file type from the dropdown menu.

6. Click the "Convert" (red) button to begin the file conversion process. A progress bar will indicate when the file has finished the conversion process.

7. Click the "Open Output Folder" button or, using Windows Explorer, navigate to the specified output folder. Verify that the converted MP3 file is in the output folder. Play the MP3 file in a compatible audio player to verify the file has no errors.

References

• AudioEditor
• NCH Software - Switch