Finding the right playlist or album for the mood you’re in is somewhat of a skill. People take pride in their ability to choose the perfect music for every moment. So, when a streaming app like YouTube Music automatically starts playing something else after your session is done, it can be both alarming and annoying.
This is thanks to a feature called autoplay. And while some people don’t mind it, YouTube Music makes it really easy to turn it on or off to suit your preferences. you’re able to use or get rid of autoplay on both the mobile and desktop apps. Keep reading to find out how.
What Is YouTube Music’s Autoplay?
Have you ever set up a playlist to get you through a few hours of work, only for it to be interrupted by unfamiliar music at the end? That would’ve been autoplay kicking in, a feature you’ll find in many music streaming services like YouTube Music. It picks up where your playlist or album left off by automatically playing music to keep things going.
YouTube Music’s autoplay feature is similar toYouTube’s autoplay feature; the music it plays is supposed to be similar to what you were listening to, so you’re always listening to something you like.
With that said, not everyone likes this feature. Some users might not always be pleased with the music selection on the autoplay list, and sometimes it boils down to the mere fact that they didn’t choose the songs themselves.
However, other users find it to be a breeze. Instead of doing the hard work of lining songs up to play for hours on end, YouTube’s autoplay does the heavy lifting for you.
How to Enable or Disable Autoplay on YouTube Music (Mobile)
Whether you love or hate YouTube Music’s autoplay feature, you can enable or disable it without hassle in the mobile app. Follow the steps below to get started.
If you enable autoplay, a list of songs should immediately appear. Browse the list to check out the lineup. You can rearrange the songs around by dragging thetwo-bar iconnext to each song and dropping the song where you like.
YouTube Music’s autoplay feature forms part of the service’s personal recommendations. If you don’t favor personal recommendations on YouTube Music, chances are you don’t like them on YouTube either.Reset or stop YouTube recommendationsto take control of what you see on the app and how you experience it.
How to Enable or Disable Autoplay on the YouTube Music (Desktop)
Listening to YouTube Music on your desktop? You can easily manage autoplay on your computer, too. Follow the steps below to enable or disable autoplay on YouTube Music’s desktop platform.
Enjoy YouTube Music on Your Own Terms
What makes streaming apps enjoyable? The ability to customize your experience. Whether you’re for or against using YouTube Music’s autoplay, you’re able to personalize your experience by enabling or disabling it. If you change your mind, you can always go back and change it, as the process is straightforward.
