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Album Art Adder

Add or change the album art of an audio file

Embeds a new cover image into the audio file while copying audio streams losslessly. Supports common formats; for MP3 it writes ID3v2.3 tags. Existing art is replaced by the provided image.

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Maximum file size: 200MB Supported formats: audio/*

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Maximum file size: 20MB Supported formats: image/*

Key Facts

Category
Media
Input Types
file, select
Output Type
file
Sample Coverage
4
API Ready
Yes

Overview

The Album Art Adder lets you embed or replace cover images in audio files quickly and losslessly. It supports common formats like MP3, AAC, and FLAC, ensuring your music files have professional-looking visual metadata.

When to Use

  • •When audio files are missing album art and need visual identification.
  • •When you want to update or correct existing cover images in your music collection.
  • •When preparing audio files for sharing, streaming, or personal organization.

How It Works

  • •Upload your audio file from your device.
  • •Select a cover image in JPG or PNG format.
  • •Optionally choose an output audio format if different from the original.
  • •Download the audio file with the new album art embedded.

Use Cases

Adding missing album covers to MP3 files for a tidy music library.
Updating cover art in podcast episodes before publishing.
Correcting metadata in audio files for compatibility with media players.

Examples

1. Add Cover Art to an MP3 Song

Music Enthusiast
Background
You have an MP3 file downloaded without any album art, making it hard to recognize in playlists.
Problem
The audio file displays a generic icon instead of the album cover.
How to Use
Upload the MP3 file and select a JPG image of the album cover.
Example Config
Output format set to MP3 (default).
Outcome
The MP3 file now shows the correct cover art in music players and apps.

2. Replace Cover in an AAC Audio File

Background
An AAC file has an outdated cover image that needs updating for a new release.
Problem
The current cover art is incorrect and doesn't match the latest version.
How to Use
Upload the AAC file and provide a new PNG image for the cover.
Example Config
Output format selected as AAC to maintain file compatibility.
Outcome
The AAC file is updated with the new cover art, ready for use or distribution.

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FAQ

What audio formats are supported?

The tool supports MP3, AAC, M4A, OGG Vorbis, Opus, FLAC, and WAV formats.

Does embedding album art affect audio quality?

No, audio streams are copied losslessly, preserving the original quality.

What image formats can I use for the cover?

You can use JPG or PNG images, with a maximum file size of 20MB.

Will existing album art be replaced?

Yes, any existing cover art is replaced by the new image you provide.

Is there a size limit for audio files?

Yes, audio files can be up to 200MB in size.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/audio-album-art-adder

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
audioFile file (Upload required) Yes -
imageFile file (Upload required) Yes -
outputFormat select No -

File type parameters need to be uploaded first via POST /upload/audio-album-art-adder to get filePath, then pass filePath to the corresponding file field.

Response Format

{
  "filePath": "/public/processing/randomid.ext",
  "fileName": "output.ext",
  "contentType": "application/octet-stream",
  "size": 1024,
  "metadata": {
    "key": "value"
  },
  "error": "Error message (optional)",
  "message": "Notification message (optional)"
}
File: File

AI MCP Documentation

Add this tool to your MCP server configuration: 

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "elysiatools-audio-album-art-adder": {
      "name": "audio-album-art-adder",
      "description": "Add or change the album art of an audio file",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=audio-album-art-adder",
      "command": "",
      "args": [],
      "env": {},
      "isActive": true,
      "type": "sse"
    }
  }
}

You can chain multiple tools, e.g.: `https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=png-to-webp,jpg-to-webp,gif-to-webp`, max 20 tools.

Supports URL file links or Base64 encoding for file parameters.

If you encounter any issues, please contact us at [email protected]