MP3 library builder

Most audio files come with more info included than just the content to enable playback. For instance ID tags let you know the exact details regarding the creation process, author, and even cover picture. In case you want to update your entire collection of songs, you might want to rely on specialized applications like MP3 library builder.

First of all, you might want to make sure that the computer you use it on is fitted with .NET Framework, because it’s a mandatory requirement for functionality. On the other hand, the program itself isn’t packed inside an installer, so you can use it directly from a thumb drive, and it doesn’t make any changes to registry entries during runtime.

The interface is quite intuitive, with a large table displaying all imported tracks. Column headers show relevant info, such as artist, song title, track number, album, filename, as well as path. In case particular items are not fitted with appropriate tags, you can manually edit them in a new window which shows up.

The core function is to automate the process of updating file names according to tags. There’s a default configuration for the output, but you can easily configure this, with a dedicated panel to show supported parameters to use in the rename operation.

On the bright side of things, original files are left intact, while resulting files are sent to a location of choice. Loading files is either done by dropping them over the main window, or using the browse function. Sadly, there’s a chance that the application doesn’t properly load items if they’re too many, and initiating the process this way only affects detected items.

All things considered, we can state that MP3 library builder can help you bring a little order to your music collection by having files renamed based on tags. However, it can run into difficulties when handling too many files, which can bring more frustration instead of satisfaction.