Everyday listening · Commute playlists

How to prepare a commute playlist on iPhone

Keep favorite songs and programs ready for a journey with poor signal.

Quick answer

Add saved songs and programs to a commute playlist and arrange them for your journey. Start playback before leaving, then listen with the screen locked.

Step by step

3 steps
  1. Create the playlist

    Open “Library” → “Playlists”, tap “+”, and give it a recognizable name. Use “Add Songs” to add saved tracks.

    Find songs, playlists, and recordings in the Library
    Find songs, playlists, and recordings in the Library
  2. Arrange the listening order

    Use “Reorder” to place programs and music in the order you prefer. Choose shorter tracks for a short trip or add longer programs for a longer journey.

  3. Check playback before leaving

    Connect your headphones, play a track, and lock the screen. Enable “Resume Playback” for long programs to continue on your next commute.

    Playback progress, volume, and the player menu
    Playback progress, volume, and the player menu

Common questions

Will a weak signal interrupt saved songs?

Fully saved local audio can play offline without downloading along the route.

How can I choose another song without interrupting this one?

Use “Play Next” from the song’s menu, then check the queue.

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iPhone · iOS 16 or later