Transferring files from your iPod to your PC is easy and fast, if you know the tricks. All it takes are some minor adjustments to both devices and you are well on your way to listening to your favorite music anywhere.
1. Attach the iPod cable to your desktop computer. Then, run the iTunes software, and you can do this manually as well.
2. Click to cancel the file synchronization process so your music will not get accidentally deleted. After the process is cancelled, then click on the name of your iPod found in the window to the left of the screen.
This will show all the details about your iPod including the name, memory, and available options. After highlighting your device, select the option that allow you to manage your files manually.
3. Search for the option that says Enable Disk Usage at the bottom of your device. By doing this, you can browse through your files in your iPod just like on the desktop computer. Remove your iPod so these settings can take effect the next time you connect.
4. Change folder options inside of Windows to see hidden files by clicking on the Control Panel. Next, click on Tools and select Folder Options and click View. To see the hidden files and folders, click the Show Hidden Folders tab and then select Apply.
5. Reconnect the device to your desktop. This time there will be a removable storage disk icon for the first time. This represents your iPod, and makes it easy to browse files.
In the iPod Control folder there is another folder named Music, and it contains all the files on your device. All you have to do is copy this folder back to your desktop.
Following these simple tricks will make it possible to transfer files from your iPod to PC in no time flat.
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