How to Remove Library Locations in Windows Media Player
Removing library locations in Windows Media Player stops the app from scanning specific folders on your computer for music and videos. These library locations are the default directories, such as Music and Videos, that Windows Media Player version 12 and later checks automatically to build your media collection.
You can delete extra folders when you add them by mistake or want to keep certain personal files private from the library.
Open Windows Media Player, click Settings, then select the Music or Video library tile. Click the drop-down arrow and press the X button next to any folder you wish to remove from your library.
Remove a library location in Media Player
To remove library locations in Windows Media Player, open the app, go to Settings , and select your music or video library tile. From there, click the drop-down arrow to view your folders and click the X button next to the specific folder you want to take off the list. This stops Windows Media Player from scanning unwanted directories so your media collection stays clean and organised.
- Click the Settings button located on the left sidebar.
- Select the Music or Video library tile.
- Click the drop-down arrow to see the list of folders.
- Click the X button next to the folder you want to remove.
Close the Settings page upon completing the process.
Summary
Ultimately, keeping your media organized helps maintain a tidy collection. Managing folders through the Settings menu inside the application takes seconds whenever preferences change.
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