# 5. Playlists

Playlists are collections of media files created by users. They are helpful when programming shows because they can provide access to categorized media content banks. They should be considered a must for shows that use numerous media files.

## 5.1 Playlist Creation and Management

A \[+] button located under the Sorting Tool (the itemized column on the left side of the File Manager window) will allow you to create Playlists from selected media files ([see Section 5.1 Playlist Creation in Chapter 3 Importing Content](#5-1-playlist-creation-and-management)).

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* Press the \[+] button to create a new Playlist.
* Drag and drop media files from the Media Files List onto the “New Playlist.” They will be added to the Playlist.
* By clicking on a Playlist, the Media Files List will only show files that have been added to that specific Playlist.
* By selecting a Playlist and starting an Import, all of the imported files will automatically be placed in the Playlist.
* Deleting a Playlist will not delete the media files identified in it. It will only delete the list.
* Playlists can be duplicated, deleted and renamed by using a contextual menu. Right-click on a Playlist to access this menu.
* By right-clicking on selected Media clips in the Timeline a contextual menu will open and offer the {Create Playlist with Clips} option. If this option is selected, a Playlist containing the selected media files will be generated.