How do I update the music library index in Sonos?

How do I update the music library index in Sonos?

Update your music library

1. Open the Sonos app for iOS or Android.
2. From the Settings tab, tap System > Music Library > Update Music Index Now.
3. Tap Scan Now.

Why does Sonos not show my music library?

If some of your music files are not in your music library folder, they will not appear in the Sonos app. For example, if you’ve shared your iTunes Music folder with Sonos, but you’ve purchased and downloaded a song from a different source (e.g. Amazon), the file may be in your computer’s Downloads folder.

Why won’t Sonos play my iTunes library?

That’s a limitation of the Sonos system. It’s not compatible with AirPlay so you can’t stream to it from iTunes. You can only access your iTunes library via the Sonos app. You have to download the Sonos app to your computer, then set up iTunes as your Music Library.

How do I add my music library to Sonos?

1. Open the Sonos app for macOS or Windows.
2. From the Manage menu, select Music Library Settings.
3. Click + (plus) on macOS, or Add if you are using Windows.
4. If you use iTunes or are not sure where your music is stored, select My Music folder.

Why is my Sonos playlist not working?

If your playlists are still missing after adding your music folder, it’s possible that your playlist files are stored in another folder on your computer. Find out where your playlist files are stored, then add that music folder to your library so Sonos can index the right files.

Where is Sonos music library stored?

The music library is still stored on your computer or networked location that you directed Sonos to. The players don’t have the memory to store a music library on them.

How do I import a playlist from iTunes to Sonos?

Alternative method to transfer playlists and tracks from iTunes to Sonos:

1. Select source service as iTunes.
2. Select playlists you want to copy.
3. Choose CSV file as destination service.
4. Select source as just saved CSV.
5. Select destination service as Sonos.

Why can’t I play my Apple Music on Sonos?

I’d certainly try re-authorizing the Apple Music service in your controller by removing it completely, waiting five minutes, then adding it back in, which should force an auth with Apple. But if that didn’t work, I’d submit a system diagnostic and call Sonos Support directly to discuss it.

How do I restore my Sonos playlist?

In the app go to Playlists and see if any are there. If yes, then you can back them up (using Export) right then just in case, and then go through Ratty’s steps to recover them.

Why can’t I see my Apple playlists on Sonos?

The app on your Mac likely has some playlists that were created when the app was still called iTunes, and these playlists are not uploaded to the streaming service; the version of Apple Music that you see inside Sonos. You should be able to add the contents of these playlists by adding your Music Library to Sonos.

How do I play my Apple Music library on Sonos?

Firstly, let’s see how to use iOS or Android devices to add Apple Music to Sonos speakers.

1. Open Control Center on iPhone or iPad and find the audio card.
2. Tap the AirPlay icon. Choose a Sonos device to play Apple Music. You can also open the Apple Music app.

How do I play Apple Music from my iPhone on Sonos?

Tap “Services & Voice” from the list.

1. Select “Services & Voice” in “Settings” on the Sonos app.
2. Add a service at the bottom of your iPad or other device.
3. Select Apple Music on the pop-up menu.
4. Select an option to begin the sign-in process.
5. Enter your Apple Music username and password.
6. Rename your account if you’d like.

What happened to my Sonos playlists?

How do I sync my library?

Turn on Sync Library

1. Go to Settings > Music.
2. Turn on Sync Library. If you don’t subscribe to Apple Music or iTunes Match, you won’t see an option to turn on Sync Library.

How do I update Apple Music playlists on Sonos?

Workaround(s) Use iTunes on Windows to share music library to Sonos. Create a folder called “iTunes” within the user’s “music” folder. Then re index the Sonos Music library and the playlists within the Music App should now appear in Sonos.

How do I transfer my Apple Music playlist to Sonos?

Firstly, let’s see how to use iOS or Android device to add Apple Music to Sonos speakers.

1. Download and install the Sonos app on your iOS or Android device and open this app.
2. Tap Settings > Services & Voice.
3. Choose the Add a Service button and add Apple Music from the service list.

Why can’t I play songs from my iphone on Sonos?

The way this feature was originally designed has become unreliable with newer versions of iOS and Sonos. The best way to play the music stored on your phone to Sonos is now by using Apple AirPlay 2 on compatible Sonos speakers (Sonos One, Amp, Beam, Play:5 (Gen 2), Playbase, and SYMFONISK WiFi Speakers).

How long does Sonos take to index music library?

The process might take up to 15 minutes depending on the size of the music library.