Replaced my files and have to re-link all files

being new to iTunes I replaced all my mp3s to 1 locatioan AFTER I installed iTunes (and made my library). Now I have to re-link all files to the list in my library.
Can I re-run the making of my library (search my computer for all mp3 files), so I don(t have to link over 400 files?

Yes you can.
- Delete all the song references within iTunes (not the PC song files)
- Once your iTunes Library is blank: File=>Add Folder and select the main music folder on your PC
- Repeat File=>Add Folder for other folders if you have them
That should do it for you.

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