Import Media Files

If you have existing media files on your hard drive, even music you saved using another program, RealPlayer makes it simple for you to import those files to your Library. You can import any supported media formats as well as playlists from products other than RealPlayer.

Importing files into RealPlayer does not change the location of the files on your hard drive. RealPlayer simply creates a shortcut to the file through the Library. (See Media Clips for details.)

Note: If you choose to make a clip private in Private mode, the file on your hard drive will be renamed and moved to a new location. Learn more about Private mode

How to Import All Media Files

1. Click and select File > Scan Disk For Media.
2. The "Scan Disk for Media" dialog opens. Select All Drives and Include subfolders. Click Next to continue.
3. All file types are chosen by default. You can deselect any or all types. Click Next.
   
   RealPlayer will search all of your hard drives for available media files and import them into your Library.
4. When RealPlayer has finished importing clips, click Finish to close the dialog.

How to Import Selected Files

1. Click and select File > Add Files To My Library....
2. Select the desired drive and folder.
3. Select the file or files you want to import.
4. Click Open to import the files.

See Also

Copy from your portable device to your computer

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