Import in itunes and add tag

I want to add many compilation folders of mp3's to Itunes. I want to create a automator workflow which will automatically add a specific tag in grouping, year and also check as a compilation when I move the folders to the specific folder that the folder actions are appointed to.
I can't manage to work this out. Can anyone give me some tips?

I import a lot of my content from my external hard drive and i dont know which option i should use.
Use the 'Add to library...' option. If you have checked the 'Copy files to iTunes Music folder when adding to library' (Preferences>Advanced>General), the files also will be copied to the 'iTunes Music folder location' as set in the preferences.
There's an article that describes the differences between the importing and adding functions here:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=301509
Hope this helps.
M

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