How to add multiple files to an itunes library? I try each time...

Hi,
I have a bunch of music files that I want to add to my itunes library, but when I do a multiple add (single adds work fine), it doesn't add all the files, it just does nothing. But when I do 2-3 at a time, it works, just does not work for let's stay 5+ files at a time. I go to File->Add file, then select the songs. Please help!

I'm wondering if you're trying to import music files with digital rights management (DRM)? Also, sometimes iTunes doesn't like mixed types being dragged together, e.g. AAC and MP3 or MP3 and WAV or AAC. You should be able to drag and drop a whole folder. Don't know if that's much help. Maybe you could provide more details on file type, where you're copying from.

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