Is it possible to reset iTunes to new settings?

I would like to put iTunes back to how it was when I got to my Mac. I want to get rid of all backups and everything and start all over again. Is this possible in El Capitan?

Hello, Gozer182.

Thanks for the question.  I understand that you want to remove completely any media located in iTunes and start over.  The best way to get these results would simply create a new iTunes library.  You can do this via the steps below.

Mac

  1. If iTunes is running, quit iTunes.
  2. Hold down the Option key when you open iTunes.
  3. You will see a message that says choose iTunes library. Depending on what you want to do, choose Create or choose library.

Open a different iTunes library file or create a

Once this is done, and you're sure you want to delete your iTunes media 100%, you can locate your iTunes media folder in the following location.  You can simply drag the iTunes folder that is located in the folder music to the trash.  The article below is just for reference.  However, I suggest making a backup of your media via the article below just in case.

Find your iTunes folder: by default, the iTunes folder is located in:
Mac: Finder > username > music

Back up your iTunes library by copying to an external drive

If you have any other questions please let me know and thank you for visiting the communities of support from Apple.

See you soon

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