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How to edit the metadata in your music or video collection

“Metadata” is used to categorize audio and video files in your collection. If items in your collection are not tagged correctly, you can edit the metadata two different ways: by using the Xbox Music app or manually through the Windows operating system.

Using the Xbox Music app

Automatically edit missing metadata:

  1. Start the Music app and go to Settings and Preferences.
  2. Set Media Info to On.
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Manually edit metadata in Windows

To edit metadata manually through the Windows operating system, follow these steps:

  1. Locate your music and video files in the music library.
  2. Right-click, swipe, or tap and hold the file, and then select Properties.
  3. Select the Details tab.
  4. Edit metadata information using the text boxes.
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Related Issues

Play, add, and delete media in your Zune collection
Report incorrect information in the Xbox Music store
Xbox Music Pass for computers and devices

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