iTunes is a media player used to download, store, and listen to music and video files. With this program, the user can competently and quickly organize the music and videos they use.

Itunes was first released on January 10, 2001, at the MacWorld Expo. Please note that it was originally developed for the Macintosh platform, but a Windows version is now available.

iTunes features

• Navigation through the library of multimedia files, polynomial search, the results of which can be presented in the form of a list of music tracks or albums, a grid.
• Organizing a media library, i.e. creating playlists, etc.
• Genius is an iTunes Store service that analyzes your library and creates playlists and mixes based on the data it receives and makes recommendations that interest you;
• For iTunes users, the developers have created a special music social network where they can find out specific information, such as your friends’ music preferences, concert announcements, etc;
• Editing categories such as “author”, “composer”, “cover”, etc., i.e. metadata.
• Miniplayer mode, music and video playback are available.
• iTunes DJ – This feature lets you listen to music in different playlists without interruption.

However, there are features that not all users of this program know about. Let’s take a closer look at them.

• Support for multiple media libraries on one PC/Mac (each family member can download music to their own device based on their own preferences, not on the shared ones as it was before. To do this, launch the program by holding down the Shift key and select the desired library or create a new one if you wish. To switch between different media libraries, just close the program and repeat the steps described above).
• Important device information (allows the user to view such data of connected devices as serial number, UDID, product type, phone number, etc. To do this, go to the tab of the device connected by cable and in the “Devices” section, click “Phone number”, “Serial number”).
• Compact player (new versions of iTunes have a compact view of the player for playing audio and video files. You can see not only the track control buttons, but also album artwork and playlists).
• Smart Playlists (to create such a playlist, go to the Music section and click on the plus sign – “New Smart Playlist” at the bottom of the left side menu. After selecting a few key parameters, the program will automatically create the required playlist).
• Each album has its own cover (the user should right-click on the album that currently has no cover and select “Get album cover”. You can also do this manually. Right-click on the album, select the “Details” item, then go to the “Cover” tab and click on the “Add” button).

Download and use iTunes for Windows 10

Introduction

To navigate in the program, the user can use the buttons on the navigation bar located at the top of the window. To switch between media categories, click on “Menu” in the upper left corner.

Listening to music

• subscribe to Apple Music. This will help you access a large number of music tracks;
• an option to purchase music from the iTunes Store is available;

• You can listen to songs via the radio or imported into the program.

Listening to podcasts, Apple Podcasts

You need to subscribe to different types of podcasts and watch free episodes and shows.

Watch movies and TV shows

You can find movies that are offered for rent or find the movie or show you want and buy it.

Listening to audio books

Browse books of various genres available for purchase and make a payment.

The availability and functions of the store depend on the country you are in.

Manage and synchronize data on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

You can use this app to back up and update information and technical data on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. It also helps you synchronize the content you need on your PC with other electronic devices.

With iCloud for Windows, you can remotely access your photos, contacts, files, and more.

Change settings and manage your account

• To view information about all your purchases, transactions, manage your subscriptions, or change your payment details if necessary, you need to: select the Account tab – View my account. This is where you can find the information you need and make changes.
• If you want to cancel access to content offered by iTunes and sign out, use your Apple ID and go to the Sign Out category in the Account tab.
• To change the language or set certain restrictions, you need to do the following: go to the Edit tab and select the Settings category.

Additional information

• For more information on how to use iTunes, see the special guide provided by the developer.
• You can use the Restrictions feature to block or restrict access to 18+ content in the iTunes Store if you need to.
• If you downloaded the app from the Microsoft Store, it will be updated automatically as soon as a new version is available.
• If you use a Chromebook, you can download Apple Music from the Google Play store.

In short, iTunes expands the way users experience the quality and convenience of viewing and managing their media.