How to get Spotify to landscape: Discover how to easily switch Spotify to landscape mode

Using Spotify in landscape mode enhances your viewing experience, especially on tablets or larger smartphones. Here’s how you can get Spotify to display in landscape:

1. For Android devices: Spotify usually switches to landscape automatically when you rotate your device. Make sure your device’s screen rotation is enabled. Swipe down from the top of your screen, look for the rotation lock, and ensure it’s turned off. Then simply rotate your device while Spotify is open.
2. For iOS devices (iPhone & iPad): Ensure you haven't locked orientation. Open the Control Center (swipe down from the top-right corner on most recent iPhones/iPads) and check the rotation lock icon. On iPads, Spotify supports landscape mode; on iPhones, it may be limited to album art or certain screens such as CarPlay.
3. On Desktop: Spotify doesn’t have a landscape mode because the window is always landscape by default, but resizing the window can help optimize your view.

If you’re using Spotify on devices like smart TVs or through apps on your computer, the display should naturally fit the screen's orientation. However, some mobile versions of the Spotify app restrict landscape orientation except in specific views or use cases—like watching videos, or when the device is connected to an external display.

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If landscape view doesn't work, try updating your Spotify app to the latest version. Occasionally, this feature can be missing due to older app versions or device-specific limitations.

FAQ

Q: Why won't Spotify switch to landscape on my iPhone?

A: Spotify for iPhone generally supports landscape only in specific situations. Make sure your rotation lock is off and your app is updated; however, not all screens in the app support landscape.

Q: Does Spotify support landscape mode on tablets?

A: Yes, especially on iPads and Android tablets, the Spotify app allows for seamless landscape viewing.

Q: Will Spotify add full landscape support for phones in the future?

A: While requested by users, Spotify hasn’t officially announced this feature for all screens. Check app updates and feedback threads for announcements.

Q: Why is my device stuck in portrait mode even though rotation is enabled?

A: This may be a device-specific bug; restarting your device or reinstalling Spotify can help resolve it.

Q: Can I customize the layout of the Spotify interface for better use in landscape?

A: Spotify’s interface can’t be customized much from within the app, but for your physical listening spaces, using digital planning tools can help you optimize your experience.