The upcoming iOS 17.2 release promises an exciting addition to Apple Music – the Collaborative Playlists feature. This innovative function allows users to invite friends and family to collectively curate playlists, transforming the music streaming experience. Whether you’re an iPhone aficionado or an iPad enthusiast, this guide will walk you through the steps to harness the full potential of this new feature.
How to Create a Collaborative Playlist on Apple Music
- Open Apple Music: Launch the app on your iPhone running iOS 17.2 and either select an existing playlist or create a new one.
- Add Collaborators: In the top right corner, find the icon to add someone to the playlist. Choose between starting collaboration or approving collaborators.
- Generate Shareable Link or QR Code: If you opt to start collaboration, share a link or QR code with your chosen collaborators. This link or code remains active for seven days, giving your friends ample time to join the musical journey.
- Monitor Collaborators’ Contributions: Once collaborators join, you’ll see the songs they add, complete with their names at the end of the playlist. It’s a collaborative musical masterpiece!
- Ending Collaboration: If you decide to halt collaboration, tap the two people icon in the top right corner and select “Stop the Collaboration.” Regain control of your playlist by removing any songs added by collaborators.
A Glimpse into the Future: Reactions to Collaborative Playlists
In a future software update, Apple Music users can anticipate the ability to react to songs within a playlist using emojis. Express your musical emotions by adding a smiley face to an upbeat tune, a heart to a love ballad, or a sad face to a soulful melody. While this feature is not yet available in the current iOS 17.2 beta, it is poised to enhance the collaborative music-sharing experience.
