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Title: Add “Fade-out on Pause/Stop” for smoother audio experience

Description:

When pausing or stopping music, Spotify currently cuts audio instantly. This feels abrupt, especially when using headphones or listening at higher volumes.

It would greatly improve user experience if Spotify added an optional “fade-out on pause/stop” feature (e.g., 0.5–2 seconds), similar to what some device manufacturers like Xiaomi offer in their native music players.

Why this matters:

- Reduces harsh audio cut-offs

- Feels more premium and immersive

- Better for ear comfort, especially with bass-heavy music

- Matches existing crossfade feature between tracks

Suggested Implementation:

- Add toggle in Settings → Playback

- Adjustable fade duration (e.g., 0.5s / 1s / 2s)

- Apply only on manual pause/stop (not when switching tracks)

This is a small feature but would significantly improve overall listening quality. (