How to Remove Music from Playlist on Spotify

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Spotify is one of the largest music streaming platforms that offer various music features to their users. One of the best features of Spotify is creating custom playlists. However, sometimes it is important to remove some tracks from the playlist to make it more organized. In this blog, we will discuss detailed steps on how to remove music from the playlist on Spotify.

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What’s Needed

To remove music from a playlist on Spotify, you need to have an active Spotify account, a PC, Mac or a mobile device with the latest version of the Spotify app installed and an internet connection.

What should I pay attention to?

Before removing tracks from a playlist, take into consideration the following things:

  • Removing a track will also remove it from any other playlists it was added to.
  • If you are sharing the playlist, removing a track will delete it for the other people too.
  • Removing a track may change the playlist play order if it was set by the track you removed.
  • You cannot recover deleted tracks, so be sure to remove the right track.

Here are three methods for removing music from a playlist on Spotify:

Method 1: Remove on Desktop app and Web Player

  1. Open Spotify and navigate to "Your Library".
  2. Select "Playlists" on the left sidebar and find the playlist that you want to edit.
  3. Click on "…" (the three dots) beside the track you want to remove from the playlist.
  4. Select "Remove from this Playlist".

Method 2: Remove on Mobile App

  1. Open the Spotify mobile app and navigate to "Your Library".
  2. Select "Playlists" and find the playlist that you want to edit.
  3. Swipe left on the track you want to remove.
  4. Tap on "Remove" to confirm.

Method 3: Remove multiple tracks on Desktop app and Web Player

  1. Open Spotify and navigate to "Your Library".
  2. Select "Playlists" and find the playlist that you want to edit.
  3. Hold down the "CTRL" key or "CMD" key on Mac and select the tracks you want to remove.
  4. Right-click on the selection and select "Remove from this Playlist".

Why Can’t I Remove a Song from a Playlist?

Sometimes, you may experience difficulties while removing a track from your playlist. Here are some reasons why you can’t remove a song from your playlist and how to fix it:

  1. The track is not in the playlist: Make sure you are editing the right playlist. Check if the track you want to remove is added to the playlist.
  2. The playlist is collaborative: You may not have the permission to remove the track if it is a collaborative playlist. Check if the playlist is collaborative by checking the playlist info.
  3. You are using an outdated version of the app: Make sure you have the latest version of the Spotify app. Go to the App Store or Google Play Store and check if there is any update for Spotify.

Suggestions

Keep in mind that removing a track will also remove it from any other playlists it was added to. Make sure to double-check before removing tracks from the playlist. If you are not sure, try creating a copy of the playlist before removing any tracks. It will help you to restore the original playlist if you remove any tracks by mistake.

FAQ

Q: Can I remove multiple tracks from the playlist at once on the mobile app?

A: No, you can only remove a single track at a time on the mobile app. If you want to remove multiple tracks at once, use the desktop app or the web player.

Q: Can I add a removed track back to the playlist?

A: Yes, you can add a removed track back to the playlist if it is available on the Spotify database. However, if the track was not available, you have to upload the track again to add it to the playlist.

Q: Can I remove tracks from the playlist while listening to it?

A: Yes, you can remove tracks from the playlist while listening to it. However, you have to press "pause" on the track before removing it from the playlist.

Q: What happens if I remove a track from a playlist while it’s playing?

A: If you remove a track from a playlist while it is playing, the playlist will continue playing the next track on the list. Removing a track will not stop the playlist from playing.

Q: Can I recover deleted tracks from my playlist?

A: Unfortunately, once a track is removed from a playlist, it is permanently deleted, and there is no way to recover it.

Conclusion

Removing tracks from a playlist can be necessary in some situations, such as making it more organized or creating room for new tracks. With the detailed steps mentioned above, you can easily remove tracks from your playlist on any device. Don’t forget to double-check before removing any tracks, as it will also remove the track from any other playlist it was added to.