This article explains how to use Winamp version 5.32 to convert digital music files from one audio format to another by using its built-in transcoding tool. You’ll need Winamp 5.32+ software and digital audio files without DRM protection.

What to Know

  • In Winamp, select Media Library. Right-click file to convert > select Send To: > Format Converter.Click Encoding Format to choose the format > OK.Follow the steps above to convert an entire playlist.

Converting Single Files or Albums

Format Converter, as the tool is called, is quite a flexible utility that supports multiple formats and can convert single tracks or can batch-convert multiple files using playlists. Like or loathe the ever-increasing list of audio formats, it is sometimes necessary to convert a selection of music files to another format for the sake of compatibility; different MP3 players etc.

  • If you haven’t got many files to convert then the easiest method is to highlight individual tracks or albums. To do this: In Winamp, make sure the Media Library tab is selected, Click on Audio (located in the Local Media folder on the left side of the screen).Right-click a file to convert and then select Send To: > Format Converter from the pop-up menu. To select multiple tracks or albums, hold down the CTRL key while selecting.On the Format Converter screen, click on the Encoding Format option to choose a format. Click OK to start transcoding your selection.

Using a Playlist to Convert Music Files

  • A more flexible way to queue up tracks and albums is to generate a playlist. To create a new playlist and begin adding files to it: Right-click on Playlists (located in the left pane), select New Playlist from the pop-up menu. Type in a name and click OK.Drag and drop albums and single tracks onto the playlist to populate it.Click on the playlist to see a list of files that you have added, click the Send-To button > Format Converter.On the Format Converter screen select the encoding format you want, click the OK button to start converting.

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