Disable Automix On Apple Music: A Quick Guide

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Do you find Apple Music's Automix feature disruptive? It automatically blends songs, which might not always suit your listening preferences. Fortunately, turning it off is straightforward. This guide will show you how to disable Automix on Apple Music across different devices.

Why Turn Off Automix?

Automix can be great for continuous, DJ-style playback, especially at parties or when you want a seamless music experience. However, it might not be ideal if you prefer listening to albums in their intended order or want to avoid unexpected transitions between tracks. Disabling Automix gives you more control over your listening experience.

How to Disable Automix on iOS (iPhone/iPad)

  1. Open Apple Music: Launch the Music app on your iPhone or iPad.
  2. Start Playing Music: Begin playing any song or playlist.
  3. Access Now Playing: Tap the song at the bottom of the screen to open the "Now Playing" interface.
  4. Find the Automix Icon: Look for the infinity symbol (∞) in the lower-left corner of the screen. If it's highlighted, Automix is enabled.
  5. Toggle Automix Off: Tap the infinity symbol to disable Automix. The icon should turn gray, indicating it's off.

How to Disable Automix on macOS

  1. Open Apple Music: Launch the Music app on your Mac.
  2. Start Playing Music: Play any song or playlist.
  3. Access Now Playing: Click on the song playing at the top of the screen to open the "Now Playing" interface.
  4. Find the Automix Icon: The Automix icon (∞) is usually located at the bottom of the screen, near the repeat and shuffle buttons.
  5. Toggle Automix Off: Click the infinity symbol to turn off Automix. The icon will change to indicate that Automix is disabled.

How to Disable Automix on CarPlay

  1. Connect to CarPlay: Connect your iPhone to your car's CarPlay system.
  2. Open Apple Music: Access the Music app through the CarPlay interface.
  3. Start Playing Music: Begin playing your desired music.
  4. Access Now Playing: Navigate to the "Now Playing" screen.
  5. Find the Automix Icon: Look for the infinity symbol (∞) on the screen.
  6. Toggle Automix Off: Tap the Automix icon to disable it. The icon's appearance will change to show that it's turned off.

Troubleshooting

  • Icon Not Visible: If you don't see the Automix icon, ensure your Apple Music app is updated to the latest version.
  • Automix Re-enables: Sometimes, Automix might turn back on after an update or a system restart. Double-check the settings after these events.

Conclusion

Turning off Automix in Apple Music is a simple process that gives you greater control over your listening experience. Whether you're on iOS, macOS, or CarPlay, following these steps will help you enjoy your music exactly how you want it. Take a moment to adjust this setting and enhance your personal listening preferences today!