What is a .ITLP file?
The .ITLP file extension stands for iTunes LP Album File. This type of file is used by iTunes, which was a program for buying music, organizing your music library, and playing music. An .ITLP file is like a special package for music albums. It doesn't just have the songs in high-quality audio (256kbps AAC), but it can also include videos, photos, and other extra stuff that comes with the album, making it a "deluxe" version of an album you can get from the iTunes music store.
However, it's important to know that Apple iTunes, the main program that used to open these files, has been discontinued. This means you can't get new updates for it, but if you already have iTunes, you can still use it to open .ITLP files. Another tool mentioned for working with these files is Apple's TuneKit, which helps in customizing the .ITLP albums.
An interesting thing about .ITLP files is that they are essentially folders but with the ".itlp" extension at the end. Inside, they can have a mix of different things like HTML pages, CSS for styling, JavaScript for interactive elements, along with images, videos, and music files. Apple even provided a standard template for people making iTunes LP albums, which includes different sections like a Home page, Song List, Lyrics, Photos, Videos, Liner Notes, and Credits to help organize the album content.
To make your own .ITLP file, you can simply create a new folder on your computer and then change the folder's name so it ends with ".itlp". This way, you can put together your own deluxe album with all sorts of content, following the template provided by Apple if you like.
It's worth noting that .ITLP files were first introduced with iTunes version 9, and they are stored in a similar way to .ITE files, which are also related to iTunes. Even though iTunes has been discontinued, these files represent a creative way to package and experience albums beyond just the audio.
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