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One solution for iTunes 'can't find file' problems
All I did was trash the iTunes folder out of my home's music folder and replace it with an alias to the folder on the external drive. I named the alias "iTunes" so the system believes the proper folder is in place. It has worked flawlessly since then.
One solution for iTunes 'can't find file' problems
Does anyone know of a plugin that shows your library location somewhere in itunesw (I'm thinking the bottom bar).
One solution for iTunes 'can't find file' problems
Try this AppleScript (copy into Script Editor and save as whatever you wish). It will display the path to your iTunes Music folder in a dialog.
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One solution for iTunes 'can't find file' problems
Doug,
One solution for iTunes 'can't find file' problems
I know this isn't what you're looking for, but it is a bit faster than your method: just select 'Get Info' (Command-I) for any track and under the 'Summary' tab (Command-1 if not visible) your current Library path will be displayed.
One solution for iTunes 'can't find file' problems
OK, I rubbed the week's lack of sleep from my eyes, and reread the original post; I see now the issue is one primarily of Metadata preservation. Sorry. I have a few thoughts, which I will post on the main thread so they are not overlooked by others looking for a better answer.
One solution for iTunes 'can't find file' problems
FWIW, I get a blank dialog (result) for the filepath: "(
One solution for iTunes 'can't find file' problems
I do it this way, too. If I accidentally try to play anything when the source library is not mounted and iTunes starts loading exclamation points next to the files in its library, I simply quit iTunes, mount the source library, and then restart iTunes.
One solution for iTunes 'can't find file' problems
I've read about this solution before, but what happens then if I try to add something to the library while the external drive isn't connected? Won't it try (and fail) to put the file into the alias?
One solution for iTunes 'can't find file' problems
yes, the alias approach works, and is very simple. Thanks! |
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