How can I add some music on my Crates desktop and sync and convert it to the mobile app?

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do that:

1. Add tunes or releases:

   • On your desktop app, add the albums or songs wherever you prefer. We recommend using the Collection -> Releases and Collection -> Tunes folders for better organization.

   • You can either right-click on those crates to Import the music (folders, files) or simply drag and drop them into the desired crate.

2. Set Up Conversion for Syncing:

   • Go to Desktop Settings > Mobile tab.

   • Select the conversion profile you prefer (e.g., MP3 320kbps).

3. Sync to Mobile App:

   • Open the Crates app on your mobile device and connect to Crates Server.

   • Start the sync process. This will copy the library structure and metadata to your mobile device (note: the actual music files are not copied at this stage).

4. Access Your Collection on Mobile:

   • In the mobile app, open the Library side panel (first tab on the tap bar)

   • Navigate to the crate where you added the music (e.g., Collection -> Releases).

   • Tap on the crate to see all the contents in list view.

5. Stream or Download Music:

   • Stream: You can stream all your tracks directly from the server, while you are connected.

   • Download for Offline Use:

     • Tap the menu (“…”) on the top right corner.

     • Select “Download All”.

     • All selected files will be copied to your mobile device from the server, converted to the format you specified in the conversion profile.