In the following parts, I'll be showing you how to fix Spotify can't play local files issue and resume your smooth music playing.
Before we get started, make sure that you properly do the processes to sync your local files on Spotify. After uploading your local files on Spotify, you'll need to place them into a new playlist and sync them across devices:. Log in on your mobile or tablet using the same Wi-Fi network as your desktop app. If you have done the processes above and still can't play local files on Spotify. Here're some fixes.
You must have the latest version of the Spotify app installed on both devices. Show unavailable songs. If you found out there are some local files missed on Spotify but don't know what they are. Then you can see what local songs are currently unavailable and upload them again on Spotify.
Delete cache on your Spotify mobile app. If you've streamed Spotify songs for a long time and never clear the cache before. The phone might become sluggish and can't play local files on Spotify mobile app. Then go to the playlist where your local songs are and then tap the download button again. The app is up-to-date on both devices Your device is up-to-date. Android Tap Home. Tap Settings. Switch Show local audio files on.
Make sure the app and your device OS are up-to-date. Desktop Click in the top-right and select Settings. Switch off any sources you don't want. Was this article helpful? Related Articles Listen offline Updating Spotify. Community Answers Play "local files" on my mobile device What's the easiest way to be able to play "local files" that reside on my desktop device on my mobile? How do you add Local Files to the Desktop app? I would be grateful if you could help!
Labels: Labels: Local files not downloading. Accepted Solutions. Reply 2 Likes. You mention that: I have some songs downloaded onto my local files and added to a playlist. Just to confirm, is this happening on a desktop device where your local files are stored? We'd recommend making sure to follow the steps listed here for each device you're using and then following the steps below to add and access your local files to your iPhone: i.
First, you'll need to make sure your local files are added successfully on your desktop device: Click Click Settings. Any files in your computer's My Music and Downloads folders are automatically selected. Switch off any sources you don't want Spotify to access. Keep in mind that you'll need to have a Premium subscription for this to work: Add the files to a new playlist in the desktop app: Click New Playlist in the menu on the left.
Drag and drop your local files into this playlist. Log in on your mobile or tablet using the same WiFi network as your desktop app.
On your mobile device, select the playlist containing the local files. On your mobile device, switch Download on in that playlist. Help others find this answer and click "Accept as Solution". Are you new to the Community? Take a moment to introduce yourself! Reply 0 Likes. Hi Katerina, Thank you got replying to me!
Hey again DropTheFlop , Thanks for getting back in touch and adding these details, they're very helpful! We'd also recommend checking the following: Make sure that all devices here are removed - you might need to reinstall the app after doing so Make sure that your devices are up to speed with the latest OS versions available Restart your router Your iPhone device isn't routed The local files you're trying to download are supported.
There's more info on this here. Let us know how you get on! We'll be right here if you need more help. Katerina Moderator.
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