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PlanPremiumCountryPolandOperating SystemWindows 10 My Question or IssueI just noticed that a new "smart shuffle mode" putting unwanted "smart recommendations" in my queue was added to my desktop app. How to turn it off permanently or at least make th...
Newbie
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PlanPremiumCountryUKDeviceDesktopOperating SystemWindows 10 My Question or IssueWhen I try to play a song I get the following error message "Spotify can't play this right now. If you have the file on your computer you can import it"I have tried all t...
Visitor
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There no X or way to close or stop a video on Spotify for Windows (64 bit) 1.2.64.408.g0a9b557c
Newbie
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Having trouble with the Spotify desktop app? Here’s a step-by-step guide of general troubleshooting steps known to resolve a multitude of issues. Basic Troubleshooting: Restart the Spotify app as well as your PC. Make sure both the app and Windows ar...
In the windows application, i get a message 'Something went wrong'. From the web player, it says page not found
In the windows application, i get a message 'Something went wrong'. From the web player, it says page not found
Casual Listener
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I'm not sure the algorithm that comes up with the recommendations in the "Shows you might like", but I'm getting some podcasts recommendations that are disappointing to see. I liked Spotify because it allows me to get away from deplorable propaganda ...
I'm not sure the algorithm that comes up with the recommendations in the "Shows you might like", but I'm getting some podcasts recommendations that are disappointing to see. I liked Spotify because i...
Visitor
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Hey!So I am using Spotify on both PC and iOS, but the PC app decided to delete my Liked Songs for whatever reason. All the stuff on the left sidebar disappeared, including said liked songs. I tried logging out and logging back in without avail. How c...
Hey! So I am using Spotify on both PC and iOS, but the PC app decided to delete my Liked Songs for whatever reason. All the stuff on the left sidebar disappeared, including said liked songs. I...
Spotify Star
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PlanPremiumCountryUSDevice(Desktop)Operating System(Windows 11) My Question or IssueMy desktop spotify won't play or work at all, but my Iphone version is fine, the client web and installed app on my computer both do the same thing, I have a video he...
Plan Premium Country US Device (Desktop) Operating System (Windows 11) My Question or Issue My desktop spotify won't play or work at all, but my Iphone version is fine, the client we...
Moderator
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4 replies
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I have a persistent issue on windows. When changing powersource from battery to plug in (charging), spotify on windows installed on a laptop stops playing. Whether the window is open or closed, the music will pause. The window remains open, and play ...
I have a persistent issue on windows. When changing powersource from battery to plug in (charging), spotify on windows installed on a laptop stops playing. Whether the window is open or closed, the m...
Casual Listener
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PlanPremiumCountryNetherlandsDeviceMsi GF65 thinOperating SystemW11 My Question or IssueSuddenly spotify stopped starting up, cant reinstall since its stating its already installed, prompts me to open the app with a yes or no. Tried both options same...
Plan Premium Country Netherlands Device Msi GF65 thin Operating System W11 My Question or Issue Suddenly spotify stopped starting up, cant reinstall since its stating its already ins...
Music Fan
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PlanPremiumCountryRomaniaDevice(PC - Spotify version 1.1.29.592.gf0779179)Operating System(Windows 10 - latest update March 24, 2020—KB4541335) My Question or IssueAt the Home page of Spotify app, on the first line is displayed "Recently played" fiel...
Plan Premium Country Romania Device (PC - Spotify version 1.1.29.592.gf0779179) Operating System (Windows 10 - latest update March 24, 2020—KB4541335) My Question or Issue At the H...
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My play/pause and stop media buttons are not working in Spotify.Spotify for Windows, 1.2.0.1165.gabf054abWindows 11 Home, Version 22H2, Experience pack 1000.22636.1000.0My other media keys work with Spotify. All my media keys work with other apps. Th...
My play/pause and stop media buttons are not working in Spotify. Spotify for Windows, 1.2.0.1165.gabf054ab Windows 11 Home, Version 22H2, Experience pack 1000.22636.1000.0 My other media keys ...
Music Fan
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Using Desktop app.Windows 10Logitech MX Keys keyboardThe pause/play button is not functioning with Spotify. The other buttons, skip, volume, etc. are working as intended. I tried to disable the keymapping in Chrome, disable the Spotify desktop overla...
Using Desktop app. Windows 10 Logitech MX Keys keyboard The pause/play button is not functioning with Spotify. The other buttons, skip, volume, etc. are working as intended. I tried to disable...
Music Fan
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PlanPremiumCountryUSADevicePCOperating SystemWindows 11 Pro My Question or IssueSpotify on my desktop (I've tried both the Microsoft Store app and the standalone program) works for 30 seconds before it starts lagging. Skipping songs, pausing and play...
Plan Premium Country USA Device PC Operating System Windows 11 Pro My Question or Issue Spotify on my desktop (I've tried both the Microsoft Store app and the standalone program) wor...
Moderator
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PlanPremiumCountryUnited StatesDeviceAcer laptopOperating SystemWindows 10 My Question or Issue I was following these steps on how to clear my hosts file, and Spotify is not mentioned in the host file. I have no way of listening to tracks now as far ...
Plan Premium Country United States Device Acer laptop Operating System Windows 10 My Question or Issue I was following these steps on how to clear my hosts file, and Spotify ...
Moderator
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I recently got a new Windows 11 PC and have been unable to properly use the desktop app. Upon clean reinstalling it, it works somewhat (local files don't work though) and I'm able to use it. Though if I close the app, then I'm greeted with a black wi...
I recently got a new Windows 11 PC and have been unable to properly use the desktop app. Upon clean reinstalling it, it works somewhat (local files don't work though) and I'm able to use it. Though i...
Regular
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Whenever I type in my search bar, it says "Something went wrong" and says to reload, set when I click reload nothing happens and the screen stays the same. I have tried changing wifi and reopening and closing Spotify.
Whenever I type in my search bar, it says "Something went wrong" and says to reload, set when I click reload nothing happens and the screen stays the same. I have tried changing wifi and reopening an...
Casual Listener
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DeviceDesktop Windows 10, Honor 9Operating SystemAndroid My Question or Issue Adding a picture to a playlist, even though it is 4k (3MB)(3840 × 2160), has poor quality and is blurry. I do not have a solution to this and help would be appreciated! (pi...
Device Desktop Windows 10, Honor 9 Operating System Android My Question or Issue Adding a picture to a playlist, even though it is 4k (3MB)(3840 × 2160), ha...
Newbie
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PlanPremiumCountryKenyaDeviceHP Elitebook 830 G5Operating SystemWindows 11 My Question or IssueI can't connect to my Android phone or Firestick from my PC. I have tried reinstalling it over and over for the past week, but it still doesn't connect. I ...
Plan Premium Country Kenya Device HP Elitebook 830 G5 Operating System Windows 11 My Question or Issue I can't connect to my Android phone or Firestick from my PC. I have tried reins...
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PlanPremiumCountryI am in canada the other party is in usaDevice Operating System Windows 10 My Question or IssueI am listening along through discord and my song changes when the other party changes the song but I have to hit play on each one or it j...
Plan Premium Country I am in canada the other party is in usa Device Operating System Windows 10 My Question or Issue I am listening along through discord and my...
Visitor
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Hello. I have verified this with several users in different cities and it seems like your desktop up is bugged and is not showing the nearest concert but rather the next one in chronological order.https://open.spotify.com/artist/77s5NAGQbxu8oLstaqSwH...
Hello. I have verified this with several users in different cities and it seems like your desktop up is bugged and is not showing the nearest concert but rather the next one in chronological orde...
Moderator
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Windows 11, DesktopWhen I first open the mini player, it sets the title of the mini-player in the taskbar. It doesn't change when the song changes and it doesn't change when I start a new playlist. It only updates if I close and re-open the mini-play...
Windows 11, Desktop When I first open the mini player, it sets the title of the mini-player in the taskbar. It doesn't change when the song changes and it doesn't change when I start a new playlist....
Moderator
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I open settings the only two things I see are languages and display. I want the equalizer. I've spent 30 minutes searching for it
I open settings the only two things I see are languages and display. I want the equalizer. I've spent 30 minutes searching for it
Moderator
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I using the spotify web browser because i can't have the app on my work computer, and can't find my followers (or who i am following, who is following a certain playlist, etc.). anyone know how to fix this? i'm having the same issues on my app on the...
I using the spotify web browser because i can't have the app on my work computer, and can't find my followers (or who i am following, who is following a certain playlist, etc.). anyone know h...
Visitor
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