Spotify Will Now Let You Share Specific Part of Podcast with Timestamp Feature

Spotify has introduced a brand new replace that brings three options to assist folks share music and podcasts with others. The most notable improve is the ‘podcast timestamp sharing’ that basically lets customers share a selected level in a podcast that can immediately redirect the person to the highlighted half. It signifies that receivers wouldn’t have to leap to level manually. The audio streaming large can be updating its canvas sharing that at present works with Instagram. The Canvas characteristic turns static track/ album artwork into eight-second visible loops. The music streaming firm is now extending the identical characteristic to Snapchat with one other choice to preview.

Starting with the timestamp replace, customers can now share podcast episodes starting at a selected second — to spotlight the half that the receiver could be extra fascinated about trying out. Previously, customers had been solely capable of share the hyperlink to a complete episode. To share a timestamp, faucet the ‘share’ button on Spotify iOS or Android whereas listening to the episode. Then use the ‘switch to share’ characteristic on the present playtime, and choose the place you wish to share the content material. Those on the receiving finish must faucet the shared hyperlink to leap proper in and begin listening. As talked about, Spotify Canvas is now accessible to make use of on Snapchat. To use the characteristic, click on on extra (represented by three horizontal dots) and choose share on Instagram or Snapchat. The new preview choice will allow you to visualise the way it will look in your social channel. Spotify says that 40 % of music discovery is attributed to social channels — that means exterior platforms play a key position in discovering new music. The three new updates are aimed to make the invention of new audio content material higher.