critters911 wrote:
I have a lot of tracks in my laptop music library transferred from physical CDs I’ve purchased, not bought from iTunes.
I want to transfer them into my Music library on my iPad but was told by an Apple Store employee that Music won’t let me do that.
Somewhat correct, depending on exactly what you mean by "Music won't let me do that".
What kind of laptop is this?
If you are referring to the Music App on Windows, then yes, it on its own does not transfer content from a Windows PC to an iPad. for that matter, neither does the Music app on Mac,
You have 3 choices though:
- On Windows You can download Apple's own Devices App, and use that to transfer the music to the iPad, (free)
- or uninstall the Music app (and the TV app if you have it) from Windows and go back to using iTunes and use it to transfer the music. (free)
- or you can subscribe to either iTunes Match or the Apple Music subscription services and use the iCloud Music library option to transfer the music over the internet. (monthly fee required)
On a Mac you use the Finder to transfer music to the iPad, or either subscription service mentioned above.
It will only allow the transfer of tracks purchased from the iTunes Store.
This is pretty much incorrect. The Music app, as said, on Windows or Mac won't transfer anything at all. Not even purchases, to an iPad.
Purchases from iTunes can be downloaded directly on the iPad from the iTunes Store App when signed into the same Apple ID that made the purchases.
Is there a way to get music I’ve paid for but not bought from Apple onto my iPad?
Yes, through one of the methods listed above.
Dare I ask about third party apps?
Not need for 3rd party Apps.
See links below for additional help.
Devices App on Windows:
click here ➜ https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9np83lwlpz9k?hl=en-US&gl=US
click here ➜ Sync music between your Windows device and iPhone, iPad, or iPod - Apple Support
Go back to iTunes:
click here ➜ Use iTunes to sync your iPhone, iPad, or iPod with your computer - Apple Support
Use the Finder on Mac
click here ➜ Use the Finder to sync your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with your Mac - Apple Support
Use the iCloud Music Library on Mac or PC with a subscription:
click here ➜ Use Sync Library with your Apple Music subscription - Apple Support
