Convert TXT to M3U

M3U files are playlists, plain text files that list media files, often with either relative or absolute paths to the files. To create a new M3U playlist file, you just have to rename the extension from txt to m3u, but this will only work if the file's structure is in proper syntax.

A simple file suffix change will be sufficient if your text file contains entries in a proper format. Otherwise, you will have to format the contents appropriately.

Making new M3U playlist files

Here's how you can make new playlists from text files on various platforms:

Windows PC

1. Manually editing and renaming:

   • Open the TXT file in a text editor like Notepad, NotePad++, or similar.
   • Ensure the file content is in the correct M3U format (file paths or URLs, one per line).
   • Click File, Save As, and change the extension from .txt to .m3u.

2. Using Software:

   • Playlist Creator: This software can create M3U playlists. Load your media files, and it will generate an M3U file.

Mac

1. TextEdit:
   • Similar to Windows, use TextEdit to modify the TXT file.
   • Save with the .m3u extension by selecting Format ► Make Plain Text and then saving with the .m3u extension.

iOS

1. Files App:
   • Use the Files app to rename the file from .txt to .m3u.
   • Manual editing can be done in any text editor app.
2. Install additional app:
   • Find an appropriate app in the iOS store and use it to make a new playlist.

Android

1. File Manager Apps:
   • Most file manager apps on Android allow you to rename files.
   • Edit the TXT file in a text editor app, then rename it to .m3u.
2. Install additional app:
   • Find an appropriate app in the Google Store and use it to make a new playlist.

Linux

1. Terminal:

   • Use a command like mv filename.txt filename.m3u to rename the file.
   • Edit the file with text editors like Nano or Vim to ensure correct formatting.

2. Graphical File Managers:

   • Right-click on the file and choose 'Rename' to change the extension to .m3u.

General Tips

• Ensure each line in the M3U file points to a valid media file.
• If using file paths, they must be correct relative to the M3U file’s location or absolute paths.
• For online streaming, URLs should be listed one per line.

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Understanding txt and m3u file formats

TXT files are simple text documents that contain unformatted text. They are widely used for storing notes, lists, or any kind of textual data. M3U files, on the other hand, are playlist files commonly used by media players to organize and play a list of audio or video files. An M3U file is essentially a plain text file with a specific structure, listing the paths or URLs of media files.

Why convert txt to m3u?

If you have a list of audio or video file paths in a TXT file, converting it to an M3U playlist allows you to easily import and play the entire list in media players like VLC, Winamp, or Windows Media Player. This is especially useful for organizing music or video collections.

How to convert txt to m3u

Since both TXT and M3U are text-based formats, conversion is straightforward. The main requirement is to ensure that each line in the TXT file corresponds to a valid media file path or URL, and to save the file with an .m3u extension. Optionally, you can add M3U-specific directives like #EXTM3U at the top and #EXTINF lines for additional metadata.

Step-by-step conversion using Notepad (Windows)

1. Open your TXT file in Notepad.
2. Review the list to ensure each line is a valid media file path or URL.
3. Optionally, add #EXTM3U as the first line for extended M3U format.
4. Go to File → Save As.
5. In the Save as type dropdown, select All Files.
6. Enter a filename with the .m3u extension, e.g., playlist.m3u.
7. Click Save.

Best software for txt to m3u conversion

• Notepad++ (Windows): Advanced text editor for editing and saving playlists.
• VLC Media Player: Allows you to create and export playlists directly. Open your files, then use Media → Save Playlist to File and choose M3U format.
• Online converters: Websites like m3uplaylist.com let you paste your TXT list and download an M3U file.

Tips for successful conversion

• Ensure each line in your TXT file is a valid path or URL to a media file.
• Use UTF-8 encoding to avoid character issues.
• Test your M3U file in a media player to confirm it works as expected.

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