What is ID3 Tag Editor?
ID3 Tag Editor is a free audio file data tagging tool that supports the ID3 format, including ID3v1 and ID3v2 versions. It reads and writes metadata tags for various audio file types such as MP3, FLAC, Ogg-Vorbis, Monkey's Audio, Musepack, and Shorten, with full Unicode support. The software is freeware, available for personal, commercial, and non-profit use without cost.
This program supports ID3v2.4, the latest version of the standard, which allows textual data to be encoded in UTF-8, enabling manipulation of text in most writing systems. It also includes features like the ID3v2 Chapter Addendum for jumping to specific locations or chapters within audio files and providing synchronized slide shows during playback. However, when ID3v2.4 is used to tag MP3 files, the information may not be visible in Windows Explorer or Windows Media Player due to lack of UTF-8 encoding support.
Features
- Add and Edit ID3 Tags: Modify metadata such as title, artist, album, and year in audio files
- Full Unicode Support: Handle text in multiple writing systems with UTF-8 encoding for ID3v2.4
- Embedded Cover Picture: Add and manage album art or images within audio files
- Remove ID3 Tags: Clear all existing metadata from audio files as needed
- Support for Multiple Audio Formats: Compatible with MP3, FLAC, Ogg-Vorbis, Monkey's Audio, Musepack, and Shorten
Use Cases
- Organizing music libraries by editing metadata for better categorization
- Adding album art and comments to audio files for enhanced playback experience
- Removing outdated or incorrect ID3 tags from audio collections
- Preparing audio files for use with software like iTunes or hardware players like iPod
- Ensuring compatibility with different ID3 tag versions across various platforms
