Adding files to the Serato DJ Lite Library

The easiest way to load music from your computer into your library is by using the Files button.

NOTE: You can change the layout of the Files panel by clicking on this button located next to the Files button. Clicking on this button will change the view of the Files, History and Prepare Panels to Horizontal or Vertical.

1. Click on the Files button to open the files panel. The left side of this window displays various locations on your computer hard drive (and external drives if you have one). Click on these locations to navigate your computer and find your music.

2. Once you have located your music, drag the folder or files you want to import onto the purple “All” icon. This is located to the left of your screen at the top of the crates and playlist window.

If you wish to import all of your music, just drag your whole music folder onto this icon. This will import any compatible file contained in this master folder from your hard drive into the Serato DJ Lite Library.

TIP: You can also import by dragging files and folders directly from Windows Explorer (PC) or Finder (macOS) into the Serato DJ Lite library.

Loading a file to either deck from the files panel will automatically add it to your library.

TIP: Dragging a folder into the crates view will instantly create a crate.

SEE CRATES FOR MORE INFORMATION

Serato DJ Lite doesn’t copy the music into the application, it references the music files where it currently lives on your hard drive or external hard drive. If you move your music files to a different location, Serato DJ Lite will show these as missing files in your Library.

SEE RELOCATE LOST FILES FOR MORE INFORMATION

Additionally, if you are using an external hard drive, if the drive is disconnected from your computer, the crates and music stored on this drive will not appear.

Showing your iTunes Library

Serato DJ Lite can import your iTunes library allowing you to play your iTunes music and access playlists. To enable this feature go to the Setup screen, open the Library + Display tab and check the Show iTunes library box.

NOTE: Apple's Music app has replaced iTunes from macOS 10.15 Catalina onwards. If you are a current macOS version (newer than 10.15), please ensure you have set up the Music application (iTunes) as per the Using Apple's Music application (formerly known as iTunes) on macOS with Serato DJ Pro & Lite software article.
However, Apple's Music app library import is not supported on Windows in Serato DJ Lite.

Supported Audio File Formats

• .MP3
• .OGG
• .ALAC
• .FLAC
• .AIF/AIFF
• .WAV
• .WL.MP3
• .MP4
• .M4A
• .AAC (macOS only)

Music Streaming

Serato DJ Lite supports streaming of audio from within your library, via several streaming providers.

SEE MUSIC STREAMING FOR MORE INFORMATION

About Problem Files

This icon means that Serato DJ Lite has detected a problem with the file. It is possible this file may not play correctly, and/or make your library unstable. If possible, re-encode the MP3 or remove it from the library. Problematic files can cause issues, it’s best to remove them as soon as possible.
SEE SERATO DJ PRO & LITE - HOW TO RESOLVE PROBLEM FILES FOR MORE INFO

Serato Demo Tracks

The Serato DJ Lite Installer includes 6 Serato Demo Tracks. These files are automatically imported into the Serato DJ Lite library when launching the software for the first time.