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Solved!! New and Improved Android Widget

Spotify is bringing a new update to the home screen widget on Android devices. This update will help you get more out of it than before. The new widget will make it simpler and faster to access your favourite content on Spotify. So what is changing?H...

Amay
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2023-07-11 7:43:36 PM
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0x8EFABE4E
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Solved!! The version of Spotify I have has completely different features than another free user.

PlanFreeCountryUSADeviceAndroid PhonesMy Question or IssueMy dad and I both have spotify. I cannot pick songs to play and have to rely on shuffle. My dad can pick songs without issue, and probably doesn't even know that shuffle's an option. We both h...

Plaguedoctor
Casual Listener
2020-03-30 2:54:13 AM
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Sumit_Ghosh
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Superuser Contribution Pausing a few minutes after phone is off

I dont know if anyone else has this problem, but it does this so I resorted here. I'll be listening to anything and I'll put my phone in sleep mode. It'll continue playing like it should, but after a minute or two, it pauses. It resumes playing after...

ninjarayray
Casual Listener
I dont know if anyone else has this problem, but it does this so I resorted here. I'll be listening to anything and I'll put my phone in sleep mode. It'll continue playing like it should, but after a...
2019-05-14 1:11:00 PM
2019-05-21 2:15:10 PM
ninjarayray
Casual Listener
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primium
Samsung s8
version 8.5.6.673

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Superuser Contribution Can't Connect To Available Devices

My Question or IssueHi all My phone is showing a list of deviices but since a copuple of days ago, I can't connect to any of them.I've attached a screenshotAny ideas? Thanks PlanPremiumCountryUKDeviceGalaxt S8Operating SystemAndriod Pie

fridgebrain
Newbie
My Question or Issue Hi all My phone is showing a list of deviices but since a copuple of days ago, I can't connect to any of them. I've attached a screenshot Any ideas? ...
2019-05-14 1:17:26 PM
2019-05-21 1:42:35 PM
Peter
Spotify Legend
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Superuser Contribution Download Is Switching To Device Storage After Restart

DeviceNokia 5Operating SystemAndroid 9Spotify v 8.5.5.853 My Question or IssueDownload keep switching to device storage after restart.I already did suggestions like :1. Delete Cache2. Uninstall App3. Remove Offline Devices4. Install AppI have done th...

_51orange
Newbie
Device Nokia 5 Operating System Android 9 Spotify v 8.5.5.853 My Question or Issue Download keep switching to device storage after restart. I already did suggestions like : 1. Del...
2019-05-14 11:06:43 AM
2019-05-21 11:01:51 AM
Peter
Spotify Legend
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Superuser Contribution Unable to sync local files to Huawei p20 pro

I recently got a Huawei p20 pro, and for some reason, I am unable to download local files from my desktop. I have spotify.exe unblocked in the firewall, and it worked previously on my Moto g4, so I'm at a loss as to what else to do

SmithersN
Newbie
I recently got a Huawei p20 pro, and for some reason, I am unable to download local files from my desktop. I have spotify.exe unblocked in the firewall, and it worked previously on my Moto g4, so I'm...
2019-05-14 9:01:02 AM
2019-05-21 10:01:19 AM
Peter
Spotify Legend
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Solved!! Music stops playing after 1 second

Hello all, I recently started playing music and all of the sudden it did not work, I have restarted my phone and reinstalled it, any help would be great. Jack Device: S8Android 9.0

Jᴀᴄᴋ
Roadie
Hello all, I recently started playing music and all of the sudden it did not work, I have restarted my phone and reinstalled it, any help would be great. Jack Device: S8 A...
2019-05-20 9:39:21 PM
2019-05-20 10:20:30 PM
Jᴀᴄᴋ
Roadie
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Changing songs via Bluetooth

I currently have my phone linked to my car via Bluetooth and since the latest updates I am no longer able to skip tracks, or browse player list through my car. Is there any plans to fix this in the near future?

roxanne_w
Newbie
I currently have my phone linked to my car via Bluetooth and since the latest updates I am no longer able to skip tracks, or browse player list through my car. Is there any plans to fix this in the n...
2019-05-20 7:24:37 AM
2019-05-20 8:43:08 PM
RegisFer48
Newbie
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1 replies
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Spotify for Tizen / Galaxy watch using significant battery when not used

24% battery used by Spotify in 2hours - not even been opened on the watch! I am wondering if it is something in background (spotify connect?) but this is rediculous. I have a engineering background and are happy to help. Galaxy watch 46MM LTE with se...

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shellprompt
Casual Listener
24% battery used by Spotify in 2hours - not even been opened on the watch! I am wondering if it is something in background (spotify connect?) but this is rediculous. I have a engineeri...
2019-05-20 8:41:18 PM
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Songs not playing on Spotify Android app

PlanFree/PremiumCountry DeviceGalaxy note 8Operating System(Android Oreo My Question or IssueSo there are a couple of songs that I want to specificaly listen to that are not grayed out or unplayable songs but when I click on them it just doesn't play...

Iloy2016
Casual Listener
Plan Free/Premium Country Device Galaxy note 8 Operating System (Android Oreo My Question or Issue So there are a couple of songs that I want to specificaly listen to tha...
2019-05-07 4:12:33 PM
2019-05-20 6:05:06 PM
Jᴀᴄᴋ
Roadie
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7 replies
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Solved!! Spotify opens chrome!

PlanFreeCountrySweden DeviceCompany laptop Operating SystemWindows 7 My Question or IssueWhen I open spotify application it just opens a new chrome window. Not sure If my company did something on a new update or it was just a windows update that caus...

jatargo
Casual Listener
Plan Free Country Sweden Device Company laptop Operating System Windows 7 My Question or Issue When I open spotify application it just opens a new chrome wind...
2019-05-16 2:39:51 PM
2019-05-20 4:23:48 PM
jatargo
Casual Listener
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Start spotify playlist in shuffle with URI

Hi, I would like to automate the HU of my car with automate.For this I would like to start my Spotify playlist in shuffle with an URI. Is it possible ? Thanks

Eraaz
Newbie
Hi, I would like to automate the HU of my car with automate. For this I would like to start my Spotify playlist in shuffle with an URI. Is it possible ? Thanks
2019-05-20 3:06:34 PM
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Spotify Connect units wont show up, only "Google Cast"

PlanPremiumCountry Norway DeviceGalaxy Note 9Operating SystemAndroid 9 My Question or IssueHi!I Work at Oslo Hi-Fi Center, and we have lots of different speacers, amps and other equipment with spotify connetct. on all other devices i've tried Spotify...

Larskvaløy
Newbie
Plan Premium Country Norway Device Galaxy Note 9 Operating System Android 9 My Question or Issue Hi! I Work at Oslo Hi-Fi Center, and we have lots of different...
2019-05-20 12:10:59 PM
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Changes to playlist page

PlanFree/PremiumCountry Device(iPhone 8, Samsung Galaxy 9, Macbook Pro late 2016)Operating System(iOS 10, Android Oreo, Windows 10,etc.) My Question or Issue It may be A/B testing but the fotmat of my playlist psge has changed. Liked somgs has ben sh...

Darrenpm
Casual Listener
Plan Free/Premium Country Device (iPhone 8, Samsung Galaxy 9, Macbook Pro late 2016) Operating System (iOS 10, Android Oreo, Windows 10,etc.) My Question or Issue ...
2019-05-18 7:10:54 PM
2019-05-20 7:53:39 AM
ScoobyKitesurf
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Solved!! [Android][Playlists] Sorting all of my playlists in my library

PlanPremiumCountryGermanyDevicebq Aquaris E5 LTEOperating SystemAndroid 6.0.1 My Question or IssueSince the latest update there's no sorting option for my arrangement of all of my playlists in my library on my mobile device. To clearify I want to sor...

Triemo
Casual Listener
Plan Premium Country Germany Device bq Aquaris E5 LTE Operating System Android 6.0.1 My Question or Issue Since the latest update there's no sorting option for my arrangement of all ...
2019-05-19 11:36:53 AM
2019-05-20 1:22:09 AM
Triemo
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Disk almost full issue

PlanPremiumCountry: Philippines DeviceSamsung Galaxy S10+Operating SystemAndroid Pie My Question or IssueI get this pop-up message when I open the app. When I go to check the app storage, Downloads only shows 3.6GB; Other Apps shows 26.3GB; & Free sh...

Liljinx5
Newbie
Plan Premium Country: Philippines Device Samsung Galaxy S10+ Operating System Android Pie My Question or Issue I get this pop-up message when I open the app. When I go to chec...
2019-05-19 6:58:14 PM
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Solved!! "Connecting to Spotify" notification won't go away. Why?

The past week or so ive started getting a "connecting to Spotify" notification seemingly at random that will absolutely not go away. It appears when I'm not even using the app and it's not even running in the background. All my notifications for ever...

Mistaminer
Casual Listener
The past week or so ive started getting a "connecting to Spotify" notification seemingly at random that will absolutely not go away. It appears when I'm not even using the app and it's not even runni...
2018-11-23 6:09:21 PM
2019-05-19 9:44:34 AM
tobler
Newbie
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clear

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Offline Listening Question

PlanPremiumDevice Samsung GalaxyOperating SystemAndroid Oreo My Question or IssueI will be a little bit off the grid due to offshore work but will make it online couple of times in a month but with a very very restricted Data Cap which usually around...

twixcabrera
Newbie
Plan Premium Device Samsung Galaxy Operating System Android Oreo My Question or Issue I will be a little bit off the grid due to offshore work but will make it online couple...
2019-05-18 7:31:43 PM
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Spotify stops after lock the screen

PlanPremiumCountryArgentinaDeviceSamsung S10Operating SystemAndroid My Question or IssueWhen I lock the screen the music produced by spotify just stops. It were downloaded music, and I don't have any data service restriction or power saver. Thanks!

Ccampagna
Newbie
Plan Premium Country Argentina Device Samsung S10 Operating System Android My Question or Issue When I lock the screen the music produced by spotify just stops. It were downloaded mu...
2019-05-17 12:12:41 AM
2019-05-18 6:51:58 PM
leviE
Composer
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lockscreen
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stop

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Problem with volume

PlanPremiumCountryBrazilDeviceXiaomi Redmi 5SOperating System(Android Oreo) My Question or IssueEvery time i receive a Whatsapp notificaion the volume decreases, there's any solution for that?it's very annoying Thanks

pnmat
Newbie
Plan Premium Country Brazil Device Xiaomi Redmi 5S Operating System (Android Oreo) My Question or Issue Every time i receive a Whatsapp notificaion the volume decreases, there's...
2019-05-18 5:21:24 PM
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Superuser Contribution Android app asking to get premium

Despite having a premium account, the Android app has suddenly started asking me to get premium. I have tried logging out and logging back in but to no avail. I do not face this issue on my iPad. Do not comment on this thread if your suggestion will ...

user-removed
Visitor
Despite having a premium account, the Android app has suddenly started asking me to get premium. I have tried logging out and logging back in but to no avail. I do not face this issue on my iPad.&nbs...
2019-05-18 1:39:11 PM
2019-05-18 5:16:14 PM
Katerina
Spotify Legend
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Superuser Contribution Daily Mix playlists don't work in App

I have a Family plan account in the USA. I use a Pixel 2XL running Android 9. My desktop is a PC running Windows 7 Pro 64 bit.My Question or IssueThe Spotify App will not retrieve, display or play any of my Daily Mix playlists on my mobile phone. Whe...

DaveB1967
Newbie
I have a Family plan account in the USA. I use a Pixel 2XL running Android 9. My desktop is a PC running Windows 7 Pro 64 bit. My Question or Issue The Spotify App will not retrieve, di...
2019-05-14 3:59:46 AM
2019-05-18 4:36:12 PM
Peter
Spotify Legend
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