How do I transfer videos from iPod to iTunes?
John Castro
Published Feb 25, 2026
How do I transfer videos from iPod to iTunes?
To add some or all of the music from your iPod to your iTunes library, go to either File > Add File to Library or File > Add Folder to Library in iTunes for Windows. If you’re using a Mac, go to File > Add to Library. Then select the files or folder you want to add.
How do I access my iPod files on my computer?
View files stored on the device: Double-click its icon on the desktop. You can’t see music, videos, or games synced to your device using iTunes. Copy files from your iPod to your computer: Double-click the iPod icon on the desktop and drag files from the window that appears.
How do I transfer files from my iPod to my computer?
Click File Sharing, select an app in the list, then do one of the following: Transfer a file from your iPod touch to your computer: Select the file you want to transfer in the list on the right, click “Save to,” select where you want to save the file, then click Save To.
Will old iPods still work?
Even if you’ve already got a newer iPod or iPhone, you can still put your old one to good use. Just like how you can use your iPhone as a USB drive, you can also transform your old iPod into a storage drive. Thereafter, you have two options to convert the device into a USB drive.
Can iPod be used as external hard drive?
In case you want to transfer files between your computer and another device and don’t have an external hard drive or USB flash drive, you can use your iPod Touch as an external hard drive. ITunes 9 enables you to manually manage the files on your iPod from Windows Explorer, so you can transfer anything you like.
How do I enable disk mode on my iPod?
How to enable disk use on your iPod shuffle
- Open iTunes.
- Connect your iPod shuffle to your computer.
- Select the Device button near the top-left corner of iTunes.
- On the “Summary” screen, check the Enable disk use box (under “Options”).
- Click Apply.
How do I get pictures off my old iPod?
You can import photos to your PC by connecting your device to your computer and using the Windows Photos app:
- Make sure you have the latest version of iTunes on your PC.
- Connect your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch to your PC with a USB cable.
- If asked, unlock your iOS or iPadOS device using your passcode.
Why is File Sharing not showing on iTunes?
Get help if you can’t find it. In the left sidebar, click File Sharing. Select an app to see which files are available for sharing in that app on your device. If you don’t see a File Sharing section, your device has no file-sharing apps.