Convert PLS to M3U

Understanding PLS and M3U file formats

PLS (Playlist) is a file format used for storing multimedia playlists. It is commonly used by media players to organize and play a list of audio or video files. PLS files are text-based and contain information about the location of each media file in the playlist.

M3U (Moving Picture Experts Group Audio Layer 3 Uniform Resource Locator) is another playlist file format that is widely used for audio and video playlists. Like PLS, M3U files are text-based and contain paths or URLs to media files. M3U is supported by many media players and is often used for streaming audio over the internet.

How to convert PLS to M3U

Converting a PLS file to an M3U file involves changing the format of the playlist while maintaining the list of media files. This can be done using various software tools or online converters.

Best software for PLS to M3U conversion

One of the best software options for converting PLS to M3U is VLC Media Player. VLC is a versatile media player that supports a wide range of file formats and includes playlist conversion features.

To convert a PLS file to M3U using VLC Media Player, follow these steps:

1. Open VLC Media Player.
2. Go to Media → Open File and select the PLS file you want to convert.
3. Once the playlist is loaded, go to Media → Save Playlist to File.
4. In the save dialog, choose M3U as the file format and save the file.

Another option is to use online converters like Online-Convert or Convertio, which allow you to upload a PLS file and download the converted M3U file.