So you’ve curated the perfect playlist on Apple Music and now you want to take it with you everywhere you go by burning it onto a CD. Fortunately, it’s a straightforward process that can be done directly from the Music app on your Mac. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you with that.
Selecting the Playlist
The first step is to open your Music app and select the playlist you want to burn to a CD. Once you’ve found the right playlist, click on it to make sure it’s highlighted before proceeding to the next step.
Burning the Playlist to Disc
After selecting the playlist, navigate to the top menu bar and click on ‘File’. From the dropdown menu, look for the option that says ‘Burn Playlist to Disc’ and click on it. If you can’t find this option, it’s likely because the playlist contains songs with usage restrictions that prevent them from being burned to a disc.
Choosing the Disc Format
Once you’ve clicked on ‘Burn Playlist to Disc’, a window will pop up prompting you to select the disc format. Choose between ‘Audio CD’ or ‘Data CD’. An Audio CD is ideal for playing in standard CD players, while a Data CD can hold more songs but may not be compatible with all devices.
Adjusting Burning Settings
Before starting the burning process, you can adjust the burning settings by clicking on ‘Options’. Here, you can select the burning speed and whether you want to include CD Text for track information.
Inserting the Blank CD
Once you’re satisfied with the settings, insert a blank CD into your Mac’s optical drive. The Music app will detect the blank disc and begin preparing to burn the playlist onto it.
Confirming the Burn
After inserting the blank CD, a confirmation dialog will appear asking if you’re ready to proceed with burning the playlist. Click ‘Burn’ to start the process. Depending on the number of songs in the playlist, this may take some time.
Monitoring the Progress
While the burning process is ongoing, you can monitor the progress in the Music app. A status bar will show you how far along the burning process is and give you an estimate of the remaining time.
Finalizing the CD
Once the burning process is complete, the CD will be ejected automatically. You can now label the CD with the playlist name and any other details before enjoying your personalized music compilation.
Troubleshooting Tips
If you encounter any issues during the burning process, double-check that the playlist does not contain any songs with usage restrictions. Additionally, ensure that you’re using a blank CD that is compatible with your Mac’s optical drive.
Enjoy Your Music On the Go
By following these steps, you can easily burn a CD from Apple Music and enjoy your favorite tunes wherever you go. Whether it’s for a road trip, a music exchange with friends, or simply for nostalgic purposes, creating a personalized CD adds a special touch to your music listening experience.
Conclusion
Burning a CD from Apple Music is a convenient way to create a physical copy of your favorite playlist. It’s a simple process that can be done directly from the Music app on your Mac. So go ahead, start curating your perfect playlist and turn it into a CD to enjoy your music collection offline.
