How to Sync Music to an iPad

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Download and open iTunes.

   Macs come with iTunes pre-installed.
   
   Similar software, like Google Play Music will function similarly if you do not want to use iCloud.
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   Step 2: Select “Sign in” from the “Account” menu and sign into your iCloud/Apple Music account.

   The “Account” menu is in the top menu bar.
   
   If you are using Windows, you will first need to make the menu bar visible by pressing Ctrl+B., This menu is located in the top menu bar. “Preferences” will open a window display different iTunes settings.
   
   On Windows, Preferences is located in the “Edit” menu., The checkbox is located in the first section of the General tab (selected by default) and will set your iTunes to sync with iCloud. ,, Depending on how much music you are trying to sync, this process may take anywhere between a few minutes to a few hours.
   
   This process is done in the background and you can listen to your music while it is in progress.
   
   You can shorten this process by subscribing to the iTunes Match service, which will give you access to licensed versions of the music from the iTunes store, for a fee. , By default the app is located in the bottom dock. , This button is located in the top left corner of the screen. , This app is represented by the gear icon and will open a list of device settings. , This will be listed in the left panel of the settings menu. , This option is listed under the “Library” section of the settings page and will enable you to access your iCloud music on this device. , Your music uploaded from iTunes will appear in your library.
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   Step 3: Select “Preferences” from the “iTunes” menu.

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   Step 4: Select the “iCloud Music Library” checkbox and press “OK”.

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   Step 5: Click “Merge” if prompted.If you have previously existing music in iTunes and your Apple Music account

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   Step 6: this choice will add any music to your cloud account instead of replacing it.

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   Step 7: Wait for you music to upload.

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   Step 8: Open the “Music” app on your iPad.

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   Step 9: Tap the Profile icon and sign in using the same account as iTunes.

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    Step 10: Return to the Home screen and open the “Settings” app.

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    Step 11: Tap “Music” to open app-specific settings.

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    Step 12: Tap the “iCloud Music Library” slider to turn the feature on.

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    Step 13: Return to the “Music” app.

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