How to Remove Library Locations in Windows Media Player
Removing library locations in Windows Media Player stops the program from scanning specific folders for your music, videos, and other media files.
Windows Media Player is a program that plays your digital media and organizes it into a library. It scans folders you choose to find these files.
These scanned folders are called library locations. For example, Windows Media Player version 12 and later scans default folders like Music and Videos. You might want to remove a location if you’ve added a folder by mistake or no longer want Media Player to see its contents.
When you delete a library location, Windows Media Player will no longer look in that folder. This keeps your library clean and shows only the media you want.
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
Sometimes, you’ll want to remove a folder that Media Player is scanning. Removing a library location prevents Windows Media Player from scanning that folder, so only your chosen media stays visible in the player.
- 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.
Exit the Settings page when you are finished.
Summary
Overall, Windows Media Player is a handy tool for keeping your media organized. By adding and removing library locations, you keep your collection tidy and easy to browse. You can manage these folders anytime by visiting the Settings menu within the app.
How do I delete a library folder?
Open File Explorer and navigate to Libraries. Right-click the library you want to edit and select Properties. In the Properties window, choose the folder you want to remove, then click Remove, and finally, click OK.
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