Instructions apply to macOS 10.14 (Mojave) and earlier.
This method only works if your entire library fits on your gear.
Sync your gadget to iTuneson the old computer to copy the most recent version of the library.
Connect your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to the new computer, but don’t sync it.
Use the software to copy the contents of your iOS unit to your new computer.
you’ve got the option to get a large external hard drive at an affordable price.
Back upyour iTunes library onto the external hard drive.
Disconnect the external hard drive from the computer.
Connect the external hard drive to the new computer you want to transfer the iTunes library to.
Restore the iTunes backupfrom the external drive to the new computer.
you’ve got the option to also use a backup utility program to modify this process.
For example, you’ve got the option to use them to only back up new files.
All you need are blank discs and some time.
This option is available in iTunes 7 through iTunes 10.3.
Go toFile>Library>Back Up to Disc.
In iTunes 7, go toFile>Back Up to Disc.
Select which information you want to transfer to discs.
Your options areBack Up entire iTunes library and playlistsandBack Up only iTunes Store purchases.
Insert a blank CD or DVD into your system’s CD drive.
On your new computer, restore the library from the discs.
Insert one disc until its contents transfer, then insert the next one.
It transfers most files well and will save you a lot of time.
The Mac OS Setup Assistant offers this option as you set up a new computer.
You’ll need a Firewire or Thunderbolt cable (depending on your Mac) to connect the two computers.
Once you’ve done that, restart the old computer and hold theTkey.
You’ll see it restart and display a Firewire or Thunderbolt icon on the screen.
Once you see this, run Migration Assistant on the new computer, and follow the onscreen instructions.
This method doesn’t transfer videos, apps, books, or playlists.
Your library syncs to your iCloud account, and uploads the unmatched songs.
ClickTurn on iTunes Match.
A listing of the music in youriCloud accountdownloads to your new iTunes library.
Your music won’t download until the next step.
The size of your library determines how long it will take to download your library.
Expect to spend a few hours here, too.
Songs will download with their metadata intact, for example, album art, play counts, andstar ratings.
If that’s you, it’s a simple and relatively foolproof option.
