Spotify is one of the most popular music streaming platforms in the world, and it’s no surprise why. With over 70 million songs available to its users, Spotify has become the go-to source for music lovers. Playlists have become a popular way to organize favorite songs, especially for people who enjoy listening to music while driving, exercising, working, or studying. Users like to make their playlists with their favorite songs to listen to and share them with friends. However, over time, playlists can become quite lengthy. In this blog post, we’ll explore different methods to view how long your playlist is on Spotify.
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Why You Need to See How Long Your Playlist Is on Spotify
The length of your playlist is essential to know for several reasons. First, you might want to know the total duration of the playlist so you can adjust your listening schedule accordingly. Additionally, the length of a playlist affects how many songs will be played within a specific period. If you listen to music while studying, for example, you might like your playlist to have a specific amount of music to get through your study hours. Knowing the duration of your playlist is also useful when making separate playlists for various occasions, such as dinner parties or road trips.
Method 1: Using the Spotify Desktop App (Windows, Mac, or Linux)
Spotify’s desktop app allows users to see different details about their playlists, including the total duration. To view your playlist length using the Spotify desktop app on Windows, Mac, or Linux, follow these steps:
1. Open the Spotify desktop app and go to the playlist you want to check.
2. Hover your mouse over the playlist name and click the three dots that appear to the right of the playlist name.
3. In the dropdown menu, select "Share" and then "Copy Playlist Link."
4. Open a web browser and paste the link into the address bar.
5. Once your playlist is open in a web browser, scroll down to the bottom of the webpage.
6. At the bottom of the page, you’ll see the total length of the playlist.
Pros:
– Simple and easy to find the total duration
– Available on all desktop platforms
Cons:
– Requires copying the playlist link and opening a web browser
Method 2: Using the Spotify Web Player
If you don’t want to install the Spotify desktop app, you can check the length of your playlist directly on the Spotify Web Player. Follow these steps to check the duration by using the web player:
1. Open your web browser and go to open.spotify.com
2. Click on "Playlists" located on the left-hand menu.
3. Select the playlist you want to check the length of.
4. Once the playlist is open, scroll down to the bottom of the page, and you will see the total length of the playlist.
Pros:
– No need to install any software
– Accessible from any computer with an internet connection
Cons:
– Requires opening a web browser and logging in first
Method 3: Using the Playlist Converter
Another way to see how long your Spotify playlist is, is by using a playlist converter, such as STAMP. Follow these steps to check your playlist duration using STAMP:
1. Download and install STAMP on your computer
2. Open STAMP and register for a free account.
3. Connect your Spotify account to STAMP by following the on-screen instructions.
4. Once your Spotify account is connected, click on "Start new conversion."
5. Select "Spotify" as the source platform and select the playlist you want to track.
6. Select any other target platforms, such as Apple Music, if you want to convert the playlist to those platforms.
7. Click "Convert" and wait for the conversion to finish.
8. Once the conversion is complete, you’ll see information about the playlist, including its length.
Pros:
– Can track the duration of multiple playlists at once.
– Can convert playlists to other platforms.
Cons:
– Requires downloading and installing third-party software.
– Can be time-consuming.
What to Do If You Can’t See How Long Your Playlist Is on Spotify
If you can’t see how long your playlist is on Spotify using the methods above, there are a few fixes you can try:
– Check your internet connection to make sure you’re connected to the internet.
– Make sure you’re logged in to your Spotify account.
– Try logging out and then logging back in again on both the desktop app and the web player.
– Check that the Spotify app or web player is up-to-date.
– Try accessing the playlist from a different device or web browser.
Bonus Tip
To keep track of your playlist times more effectively, try labeling the playlist according to its length. For example, label a 30-minute playlist as "Short Workout," and an hour-long playlist as "Long Drive." This makes it easier to know which playlist to listen to, depending on the moment.
5 FAQs
Q1: Can I see the duration of someone else’s playlist on Spotify?
A: No, you can only see the duration of playlists that you’ve created.
Q2: Can I see the duration of a playlist on the mobile app?
A: No, currently, the mobile app only gives you the total number of songs in a playlist, not the total length.
Q3: How do I change the order of songs in a playlist on Spotify?
A: To change the order of songs in a playlist on Spotify, you can drag and drop the songs into the desired order.
Q4: Can I set a timer to stop playing my playlist after a certain length of time?
A: No, there’s no built-in feature on Spotify to stop playing a playlist after a certain period. However, on the mobile app, you can set a sleep timer for a specific amount of time.
Q5: Can I download a playlist from Spotify?
A: Yes, you can download a playlist from Spotify and listen to it offline. To download a playlist, click the download button located at the top right of the playlist and select "Download."
Final Thoughts
Being able to view the length of your Spotify playlist is something that users don’t typically think about, but it can be useful for better planning your listening time. With the three methods described in this post, you can easily view your playlist duration on any device, even if you don’t have the Spotify desktop app installed. Labeling playlists based on their length is an excellent way to make the most out of your music listening experience. Knowing the total length of your playlist also makes it easier to separate your favorite songs into different playlists for various activities.