How to Transfer Songs From an iPod to iTunes Manually

You can manually transfer iPod songs to iTunes.

The iPod is designed to automatically sync with iTunes whenever iTunes is open and the iPod is plugged in. However, it is possible to transfer songs from an iPod to iTunes without using the automatic sync function. It can be easier and quicker to transfer songs this way, if you only want to transfer a couple of songs. If you use the automatic sync, iTunes will automatically back up your iPod, which can potentially take several minutes to complete.

Instructions

1. Plug one side of your iPod cord into the device and the other end into your computer's USB port. A window will appear.

2. Choose the "Open folder to view files" option in this window. A folder that includes your iPod songs will open.

3. Double-click the "iTunes" icon on your desktop to open the program.

4. Under "Playlists," click on the playlist to which you want to move your songs.

5. Hold the left mouse button and scroll over the songs in the folder you opened in Step 2. Release the mouse button. The songs are now selected.

6. Click and drag the song files to the iTunes playlist. All selected songs will move into the iTunes playlist. You now have manually transferred songs from an iPod to iTunes.

References

• CO BW: Moving Music Off the iPod

Resources

• Chris Pirillo: iPod Tricks