You can also choose uncompressed to generate an AIF file, but that will also increase the file size significantly. The higher the quality, the larger the file size will be. The first four options all export the song in the compressed AAC format for iTunes. This opens a window where you can add the data for the song that will show up in your iTunes Library, your iPod, or any other device that can play this file.īy default, GarageBand names the song with the name of the file followed by the date and time, but you can change the Title to anything you like, and add any other information you want.įrom the Quality menu, choose the quality you want the file to be in. Choose this option to export your song to your iTunes library. You’ll find all your Sharing options, not surprisingly, under the Share menu. Here’s how to share GarageBand files with someone on your holiday list. In its current state, your tune can only be played within GarageBand, so you need to export it - or “bounce it down” - to a single audio file that can be played in common audio applications. Now it’s time to share your song with the world. So, you've recorded and mixed a song in GarageBand.