How to Change Your Queue on Spotify: A Comprehensive Guide

Spotify allows users to customize their listening experience by managing and rearranging their song queues. Whether you are using the mobile app on iOS or Android or the desktop version, this guide will walk you through the steps to change your queue, add, reorder, or remove songs to ensure you have the perfect play order.

On Mobile (iOS/Android):

Launch the Spotify app: Start by opening the Spotify app on your device. Play a Song: Begin playing any song you would like to add to your queue. Tap the Song Bar: At the bottom of the screen, tap the song bar to bring up the Now Playing screen. Open the Queue Icon: Locate and tap the three horizontal lines (queue icon) at the bottom right of the Now Playing screen. View Manage Your Queue: Here you can see the current queue with the following options: Reorder Songs: Tap and hold the three horizontal lines next to a song to drag it to a new position in your queue. Remove Songs: Swipe left on a song and tap “Remove” to delete it from the queue. Add Songs: Navigate to your library or search for a song. Tap the three dots next to the song. Select “Add to Queue.”

On Desktop:

Open Spotify: Start the Spotify desktop app or web player. Expand the Now Playing Bar: Click on the song playing in the Now Playing bar at the bottom to expand it. Click the Queue Icon: Click on the queue icon (three horizontal lines) located at the bottom right corner. Manage Your Queue: In the queue view, you can: Reorder Songs: Click and drag songs to rearrange them. Remove Songs: Right-click on a song and select “Remove from Queue” to delete it. Add Songs: For adding songs, right-click on a song in your library or search results and choose “Add to Queue.”

By following these steps, you can easily manage and customize your listening experience on Spotify! Whether you’re on the go or at your desk, optimizing your queue ensures that your music aligns perfectly with your mood and preferences.

Tips to Fix Your Spotify Shuffle

If you're experiencing issues with Shuffle mode, you might want to reset your queue. Here’s how to do it:

Log Out: First, log out of your Spotify account. Clear App Caches: Clearing the app caches and junks should erase your app’s history, including recorded play sequences. Re-Log In: After clearing the caches, open the app and log back in. This should reset your Shuffle mode and queue.

By following these steps, you can ensure that your Spotify experience flows smoothly, giving you the best possible listening experience.