Understanding the symbols next to songs

When you import songs and work with playlists, symbols next to songs show their status.

A moving zigzag means a song is being imported. A checkmark means the iTunes has finished importing the song. An exclamation point means the song file can't be located. It may have been moved or deleted.

When you eject a CD, the symbols disappear. For more status information, watch the display at the top of the iTunes window.