How To Create Playlist On Android Phone

To create playlist on Android, you use the music app of your choice, as Android does not have a single built-in playlist tool. The steps vary by app, but the process is straightforward whether you use YouTube Music, Spotify, or Apple Music.

How to create a playlist on Android with YouTube Music

YouTube Music is the default music player on many Android devices. To create a new playlist in the YouTube Music app:

1. Open the YouTube Music app.
2. Tap the Library tab at the bottom right.
3. Tap the New playlist button near the top of the screen.
4. Enter a name for your playlist and tap Create.
5. Tap Add songs to search your library or browse suggested tracks.
6. Tap the add button (a plus icon) next to each song you want to include.
7. Tap the checkmark or Done button to save the playlist.

Your new playlist appears in the Library under Playlists. You can add more songs at any time by opening the playlist and tapping Add songs.

In Google Play Music: Open Google Play Music, tap the Library tab, under Playlists tap New playlist, enter a name, and tap Create.

How to create a playlist on Android with Spotify

Spotify is a popular third-party music app. To create a new playlist in the Spotify app on Android:

1. Open the Spotify app.
2. Tap the Your Library tab at the bottom right.
3. Tap the plus icon (+) in the top right corner.
4. Tap Playlist from the menu that appears.
5. Tap Add songs to search Spotify’s catalog or browse your saved music.
6. Tap the plus icon next to each song to add it.
7. Tap Done or the back arrow to return to your playlist.

Spotify mobile features include the ability to collaborate on playlists, download them for offline listening, and share them directly with friends. Your new playlist is saved automatically in Your Library.

How to create a playlist on Android with Apple Music

Apple Music is available on Android and uses the same playlist creation flow as on iPhone. To create a new playlist in the Apple Music app on Android:

1. Open the Apple Music app.
2. Open the Library tab at the bottom of the screen.
3. Tap the plus icon (+).
4. Tap Create New Playlist.
5. Give the playlist a name.
6. Tap Add Songs.
7. Tap the music you want to add from your library or search results.
8. Tap the add button to finish.

Apple Music on Android also offers Playlist Playground, where you enter a mood, vibe, genre, activity, or era and Apple creates a playlist based on your query. You can tap the title to rename it, drag songs to rearrange them, and tap the save button when finished.

How to add songs to your playlist

Once a playlist exists, adding more songs is similar across most music apps. Open the playlist and look for an Add Songs, Edit, or plus icon. Tap it to browse your library, search for tracks, or choose from suggested songs. Tap the add button next to each song to include it. In YouTube Music, you can also add songs by tapping the three-dot menu next to any track and selecting Add to playlist. In Spotify, the same menu offers Add to Playlist. Apple Music users tap Add Songs from within the playlist view. In Google Play Music, to add a song you tap the three dots next to the song and select 'Add to playlist', then choose the playlist. In the default music player app, to add a song you long press on the song or album, then select 'Add to playlist' or 'Create playlist'.

How to edit your playlist: rearrange, rename, and delete

Managing an existing playlist is straightforward across Android music apps.

Rearrange songs

Open the playlist and look for an Edit or Rearrange option, often represented by three horizontal lines or a pencil icon. In Apple Music’s Playlist Playground, you drag songs to rearrange them. In YouTube Music and Spotify, tap and hold the drag handle (three horizontal lines) next to a song and move it up or down in the list. Release to place it in the new position.

Rename a playlist

Open the playlist and tap the current title. In YouTube Music, tap the three-dot menu and select Edit playlist, then tap the name field. In Spotify, tap the three-dot menu and choose Edit playlist. In Apple Music, tap the playlist title directly to change the name. Type the new name and save.

Delete songs from a playlist

Open the playlist and find the song you want to remove. In YouTube Music, tap the three-dot menu next to the song and select Remove from playlist. In Spotify, tap the three-dot menu and choose Remove from this playlist. In Google Play Music, to delete a song you tap the three-dot menu icon next to the song and select 'Remove from playlist'. In the default music player app, to delete a song you long-press on it and select 'Remove from playlist'.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I create a playlist on my Android phone?

Open your music player, navigate to Library or Music, select songs, tap Options/More (three dots), and choose 'Add to Playlist' or 'Create Playlist'.

Can I share my playlist with others on Android?

Yes. Most music apps include a Share option. Open the playlist, tap the three-dot menu or Share icon, and choose how to send it (messaging apps, social media, email). Recipients can open the link in the same app if they have it installed.

How do I delete an entire playlist on Android?

Open the playlist, tap the three-dot menu, and select Delete or Remove playlist. Confirm the action. Deleting a playlist removes only the playlist itself, not the individual songs from your device or library.

Can I add songs from different sources to the same playlist?

Yes, if the app supports it. Spotify and Apple Music let you add songs from their catalogs, your local files, and your library. YouTube Music allows songs from its catalog and your uploaded music. The app must have access to the source for the song to play.

Is there a limit to how many songs I can put in a playlist?

YouTube Music does not publish a hard limit, but very large playlists may affect performance.

Can I create a playlist using the default music player on my Android phone?

Many Android phones come with a default music player app that supports playlists. Open the app, go to Library or My Music, look for a Playlists section, and tap New playlist or the plus icon. The button may be labeled 'Add playlist' or 'New playlist' and the save button may be 'Create' or 'Save'. The exact steps vary by phone manufacturer and app version.

Can I rearrange the order of songs in my playlist?

Open the playlist, look for an Edit or Rearrange option (three horizontal lines), and drag and drop songs.

For the wider topic, see Spotify mobile features.