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Clearing Spotify Cache
The Spotify app accumulates cache files to elevate your user experience and reduce data usage. This cache contains data such as recently played songs and album arts. However, obsolete or corrupted cache files can potentially cause disruption within app operations, leading to various reported issues, such as Spotify lyrics not showing or working properly. Here are the steps to address the issue by clearing Spotify cache:
Step 1: Launch Spotify app
To begin, open the Spotify application on your Android device. This will take you straight to the home screen of your Spotify account where you can browse and play your favorite songs.
Step 2: Access Spotify Settings
In the upper-right corner of the app, search for the settings icon. This resembles a small cog. Tap this icon to access the list of configurable options in the Spotify application.
Step 3: Navigate to Storage Menu
Within settings, scroll down to find the app storage and cache section. This part allows you to see the space used by the app data and cached files. By managing this, you can free up your device's storage and possibly resolve the issue at hand.
Step 4: Clear Cache and Close App
Select the option that reads 'Clear Cache'. The system will then prompt you for confirmation. Upon confirming your decision, the Spotify app cache will be cleared, erasing temporary data stored by the app. After the cache is successfully cleared, you should restart the Spotify app and inspect if the issue with lyrics displaying has been rectified.
Grant Autostart Permission to Spotify
Autostart permission ensures Spotify operates seamlessly, including showing lyrics, when your device is restarted or when the app is running in the background. Spotify's performance, including the display of song lyrics, can be improved by allowing the Spotify app to autostart.
Step 1: Access Phone Settings and Apps
Start by accessing your android device's main 'Settings' menu. Find and tap on 'Apps' or 'Apps and Notifications', to view a list of all applications installed on your device. In the apps list, locate the Spotify app.
Step 2: Tap Auto Launch and Turn On for Spotify
Once you've clicked on Spotify, navigate towards the 'App Info' or 'App details' section. Here, there should be a setting for 'Autostart', 'Autorun', 'Auto Launch', 'Run in background' or similar depending on your Android interface. Tap on it and you will see a toggle button. Turn this on to permit Spotify to autostart or run in the background. This assures that Spotify operates optimally even when it's not the active app on your phone.
Special Instructions for MIUI or POCO Phones
For Android phones with special interfaces like MIUI (Xiaomi, Redmi) or POCO, the procedure could differ slightly. After accessing the Spotify app settings, you might have to click on 'Battery Saver' or 'Battery usage'. From there, you can set Spotify to 'No restrictions' or 'Don't optimize' which effectively enables it to autostart or run in the background whenever needed. Do not forget to also allow the background activity from 'Battery' settings.
Disable Battery Restrictions on Spotify
Android's battery optimization features can sometimes interrupt the functioning of apps running in the background - this includes Spotify and its song lyrics display feature. Ensuring that Spotify is set to not optimize for battery usage can help address the lyrics display issue on your Android device.
Step 1: Hold Down Spotify App to Access Settings
The first step is to locate Spotify among your apps. Long press the Spotify app icon until a dropdown context menu appears. Choose 'App info' or the settings wheel icon, if available, to access Spotify's settings and permissions.
Step 2: Access Battery Settings and Toggle to Unrestricted Mode
In the menu that follows, scroll down and look for 'Battery usage' or a similar option. Tap on it to access Battery settings for the Spotify app. Inside the Battery settings, you should be able to see options relating to battery optimization. Look for a setting that reads 'Optimize battery usage' or something similar. From there, choose 'Don't Optimize' or 'Not Optimized' to prevent Android from shutting down or slowing down Spotify to save battery. This step effectively allows Spotify to function without restrictions, even in the background.
Granting Necessary Permissions to Spotify
Sometimes, constraining permissions can cause issues with certain functionalities in an app. For Spotify to function at its best, and for lyrics to show, necessary permissions need to be granted. Here's how you can manually manage permissions for Spotify:
Step 1: Access Phone Settings and Apps
Begin by opening your android device's settings. From there, spot the 'Apps' or 'Apps & Notifications' section and tap on it to open. This will grant you access to a list of all the installed applications on your device.
Step 2: Find and Open Spotify Settings
Scroll through the apps list until you unlock Spotify, and then select it. This will lead you to the Spotify's app settings screen where you can manage its permissions and specifications.
Step 3: Navigate to Permissions Settings
While on the Spotify settings screen, find 'Permissions' or 'App Permissions'; this is where you are able to view and manage the permissions that Spotify presently has. It includes permissions like storage access, location, and others that can affect app functionality.
Step 4: Manually Manage Permissions
Under permissions settings, ensure that Spotify has access to all necessary permissions. Moreover, ensure that the 'Show Notifications' toggle is on to get prompt notifications from the app. Additionally, you may need to permit Spotify to perform in the background for uninterrupted lyric display, especially when your screen is turned off.
