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How To Put A Song On Repeat On Spotify: The Definitive Guide

Want to lose yourself in that perfect tune or dissect every layer of your new favorite track? Spotify’s repeat function is your best friend. Here’s the lowdown: To repeat a single song on Spotify, simply tap the repeat icon (shaped like two arrows forming a loop) until it displays a small ‘1’ inside the loop. This indicates that the current song will play continuously until you change it. For repeating the entire playlist or album, tap the repeat icon once, and it will illuminate, indicating that the whole sequence will loop after reaching the end. Let’s dive deeper into this seemingly simple, yet surprisingly versatile feature.

Mastering the Spotify Repeat Function

Beyond the basics, understanding the nuances of Spotify’s repeat function can significantly enhance your listening experience. We’ll explore the feature across different devices and cover common scenarios.

Repeat on Desktop

The desktop version of Spotify provides a clear and straightforward interface for controlling the repeat function.

Locate the Repeat Icon: Look for the repeat icon in the playback controls at the bottom of the Spotify window. It’s usually situated between the shuffle and next track buttons.
Toggle Repeat All: Clicking the repeat icon once will activate “repeat all,” indicated by the icon lighting up (typically green). This means the entire playlist or album currently playing will loop endlessly.
Toggle Repeat One: Clicking the repeat icon a second time will activate “repeat one,” visually represented by a small “1” appearing inside the repeat icon. This locks the current song into an infinite loop.
Turn Off Repeat: Clicking the repeat icon a third time will deactivate the feature entirely, returning the icon to its default, unlit state.

Repeat on Mobile (iOS and Android)

The Spotify mobile app mirrors the functionality of the desktop version, but the smaller screen size requires a slightly different approach.

Access the Playback Controls: Start playing a song, then tap on the song title at the bottom of the screen to access the full-screen playback controls.
Find the Repeat Icon: The repeat icon is typically located on the bottom of the screen alongside other playback options like shuffle and next.
Toggle Repeat All/One: Tapping the repeat icon toggles between “repeat all” (icon is highlighted) and “repeat one” (icon is highlighted with a “1” inside).
Turn Off Repeat: A third tap on the repeat icon will disable the repeat function.

Common Scenarios and Troubleshooting

Playlist vs. Album: The repeat function behaves identically whether you’re playing a playlist or an album.
Troubleshooting: If the repeat icon isn’t responding, try restarting the Spotify app. Ensure you have a stable internet connection, especially if you are streaming.
Spotify Connect Devices: When using Spotify Connect to control playback on a different device (like a smart speaker), the repeat function is usually controlled from the Spotify app on your phone or computer.

Spotify Repeat: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

To further enhance your understanding and address potential questions, here are some of the most frequently asked questions related to repeating songs on Spotify:

1. How do I repeat a song on Spotify without Premium?

The repeat function is available to all Spotify users, including those with a free account. There are no restrictions based on subscription status.

2. Can I repeat a song on Spotify offline?

Yes, you can repeat a song on Spotify offline, provided you have downloaded the song for offline listening. The repeat function works independently of your internet connection once the music is downloaded.

3. Is there a limit to how many times I can repeat a song?

No, there is no limit to how many times you can repeat a song on Spotify. It will continue to play until you manually stop it or turn off the repeat function.

4. Why is my Spotify repeat not working?

Several factors could cause the repeat function to malfunction. Possible causes include:

Glitches: Restart the Spotify app or your device.
Software Bugs: Ensure your Spotify app is up-to-date.
Connectivity Issues: If streaming, a poor internet connection might interfere. If offline, ensure the song is actually downloaded.

5. Can I repeat a specific section of a song on Spotify?

Unfortunately, Spotify doesn’t offer a built-in feature to repeat a specific section of a song. You can only repeat the entire song. Some third-party apps or browser extensions might offer this functionality, but use them with caution.

6. How do I turn off repeat on Spotify?

To turn off the repeat function, simply tap the repeat icon until it is no longer highlighted (i.e., it reverts to its default, unlit appearance). This indicates that repeat is disabled.

7. Does the repeat setting sync across devices?

Yes, the repeat setting (whether it’s “repeat all,” “repeat one,” or disabled) typically syncs across devices logged into the same Spotify account. This means if you set a song to repeat on your phone, it should also be set to repeat on your desktop app, and vice versa.

8. Can I use repeat on Spotify Web Player?

Yes, the repeat function is available on the Spotify Web Player. The controls are located in the same area as the desktop app – the playback controls at the bottom of the screen.

9. How do I repeat a podcast episode on Spotify?

The repeat function works the same way for podcast episodes as it does for songs. Simply tap the repeat icon until it activates “repeat one,” and the current episode will loop continuously.

10. What happens if I shuffle my playlist with repeat on?

If you have shuffle enabled and then turn on repeat all, Spotify will shuffle the playlist once and then repeat the shuffled order. If you have shuffle enabled and try to turn on repeat one, shuffle will be disabled.

11. Can I repeat a song using voice commands?

This depends on your device and voice assistant integration. For example, if you’re using Spotify with a smart speaker, you might be able to say something like “Hey Google, repeat this song on Spotify.” Check the specific commands supported by your voice assistant.

12. Is there a visual indicator that repeat is on?

Yes, there is always a visual indicator. When “repeat all” is enabled, the repeat icon will be highlighted (typically green). When “repeat one” is enabled, the repeat icon will be highlighted and display a small “1” inside the loop. If the icon is not lit up, repeat is off.