How do I share my iTunes library between two computers?

Share your library with other computers

1. In the iTunes app on your PC, choose Edit > Preferences, then click Sharing.
2. Select “Share my library on my local network.”
3. Select the items you want to share, or choose “Share entire library.”

Can I access my iTunes from another computer?

If you want to log in to your iTunes account from another computer, such as while you are traveling, you can authorize up to five stand-alone computers at any one time to access your iTunes account and purchases.

Can two Macs share the same iTunes library?

Yes, two computers can share the same library. I periodically copy my iTunes library from my Mac Pro to the Mac Mini.

How do I move my iTunes library to a new Mac?

On your new Mac, connect your external drive to Mac > Click Finder on your new Mac > Choose the Music folder > Then drag the iTunes library folder in the external drive to the Music folder in new Mac.

How do I move my library from one computer to another computer?

You can consolidate all the files in your library in the iTunes folder to make it easier to move your library to a new computer.

1. In the iTunes app on your PC, choose File > Library > Organize Library.
2. Select “Consolidate files.” Files remain in their original locations, and copies are placed in the iTunes folder.

How do I turn on Home Sharing on my Mac?

Set up Home Sharing on your Mac

1. Choose Apple menu  > System Preferences.
2. Click Sharing.
3. Click Media Sharing.
4. Select Home Sharing and sign in with your Apple ID. Use the same Apple ID for every computer or device on your Home Sharing network.
5. Click Turn On Home Sharing.

What does iTunes Home Sharing do?

You can use Home Sharing to import items from up to five iTunes libraries on other computers. Any time you download an item from Apple Music or the iTunes Store to a computer in your Home Sharing network, you can have the item automatically downloaded to the other computers in the network as well.