Spotify to Add Playlist Folders to Mobile Apps

Spotify is preparing to introduce playlist folder management to its mobile applications, addressing a limitation that has persisted since the feature's debut in 2010. The update, uncovered through code analysis in app version 9.1.34.12, would allow users to create, organize, and edit folders directly on smartphones and tablets, rather than relying solely on desktop or web versions.

Playlist folders enable users to group multiple playlists into categorized collections, such as those for workouts, travel, or moods, streamlining access to large music libraries. Previously, while folders synchronized across devices and appeared in mobile views, creation and modification were restricted to Spotify's desktop client or web player. This gap has frustrated many listeners, particularly the majority who access the service primarily through mobile devices. With over 600 million monthly active users, Spotify reports that most sessions occur on phones, making the feature's mobile exclusivity a notable inconvenience.

The code reveals several planned functionalities. Users will be able to initiate a new folder via the app's Create button in the bottom right corner or, if that option is...