.aimppl — AIMP Playlist
AIMP · 2006
.aimppl files are simple text-based playlists used by the AIMP audio player to organize and play lists of music tracks.
Key Features
- Stores a list of audio file paths, not the audio data.
- Plain text format, easily readable and editable.
- Supports absolute and relative file paths.
- Small file size, ideal for sharing organized music lists.
Best For
- Users of the AIMP audio player.
- Quickly organizing and playing sequences of audio files.
- Creating and sharing simple, lightweight playlists.
- Maintaining structured lists of audio files for playback.
Less Ideal For
- Storing actual audio content.
- Cross-platform compatibility with non-AIMP players.
- Complex playlist features like crossfading or metadata embedding.
- Use with audio editors or production software.
Common Use Cases
- Creating custom music mixes for parties or workouts.
- Organizing large music libraries by genre, artist, or mood.
- Sharing song lists with friends who also use AIMP.
- Archiving sequences of audio files for specific projects.
How to Open It
- Open the AIMP audio player on your computer.
- Navigate to 'File' > 'Open playlist...' and select your .aimppl file.
- Alternatively, drag and drop the .aimppl file directly into the AIMP player window.
- You can also open it in any text editor (like Notepad or VS Code) to view or edit the list of file paths.
What is a .aimppl file?
The .aimppl file extension represents a playlist created by the AIMP (Artem's Audio Player) software. It is a plain text file that contains a list of audio files that the AIMP player can play in sequence or shuffle. These playlists do not contain the audio data itself but rather pointers to the locations of the music files on your system or network. This makes them very small and easy to share among users of the AIMP player. They are an excellent way to organize your music collection for different moods or activities.
Programs That Open .aimppl Files
| Platform | Program | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | AIMP | Free | Official |
How to Convert .aimppl Files
| Format | Method |
|---|---|
| .M3U | AIMP (Export playlist), Online converters |
| .PLS | AIMP (Export playlist), Online converters |
Common Problems with .aimppl Files
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, .aimppl files are plain text, so you can open and edit them with any text editor like Notepad, VS Code, or Sublime Text. Just ensure you maintain the correct path format for each audio file.
No, an .aimppl file does not contain any audio data. It only contains a list of file paths pointing to where your music files are stored.
Generally, no. .aimppl is proprietary to AIMP. While AIMP can often import other playlist formats, other players typically cannot read .aimppl directly. It's best to convert it to M3U or PLS if you need to share it.
Technical Details
An AIMPL file is essentially a UTF-8 encoded text file. Each line in the file represents a path to an audio file. These paths can be absolute or relative to the location of the .aimppl file. AIMP processes these paths to load and play the specified audio tracks sequentially. The format is straightforward, allowing for easy manual editing if needed, though typically it's managed through the AIMP interface.