Music can make us want to sing and make the room sting with a brilliant atmosphere. Yet there are too many moments of sudden pauses between the songs that would break the flow of a playlist. This is what Spotify’s crossfade feature does: it mixes tracks well, so there is no break in the listening experience.
In this article, we will explain crossfade and show you how to enable it on mobile and desktop.
What is Crossfade on Spotify?
The feature previously called crossfade (the overlapping of the ending of one song with the beginning of the next) is now present as a default feature. Rather than an abrupt stop, Spotify smoothly fades the current track out while fading the next one in.
Crossfade lets you continue the energy and flow of your playlist, whether you are listening to a party mix or a relaxing evening replay. It is just how to kill awkward silences and keep the music flowing.
How to Enable Crossfade on Spotify Mobile
Follow these steps to enable crossfade on the Spotify app for mobile devices:
- Open the Spotify app on your phone.
- Go to your profile icon.
- Click on Settings and Privacy.
- Tap on “Playback.
- Enable Crossfade:
- Find “Crossfade”.
- Set your cross-fusion duration (a smooth blend between songs) and tweak the slider (5–10 seconds).
- Spotify will now play a playlist or album and switch from track to track without breaks.
How to Enable Crossfade on Spotify Desktop
If you are using Spotify on a computer, here’s how you can enable crossfade:
- Open Spotify app on your desktop.
- Go to your profile icon.
- Select Settings and Privacy.
- Click on the “Playback”.
- Select the crossfade option and toggle it on.
- Change the value of the duration of the crossfade using the slider.
- Spotify will transition smoothly between your tracks while you play your favourite tracks.
Best Crossfade Duration
- Short Crossfade (2–5 seconds): Good for a soft or acoustic playlist or when you prefer gentle transitions.
- Long Crossfade (7–12 seconds): Good for playlisting where you do not want to skip or you need to keep the music going.
With Spotify, we have a crossfade feature that will take breaks from your listening. Enabling this feature is quick and easy, whether you are on mobile or desktop. You adjust the crossfade duration to your mood or playlist type, and music will play that feels like a seamless pitch of the energy.
