How to Use Shazam to Identify Songs Instantly
If you’ve recently heard a song but can’t remember its name, Shazam is an excellent tool for quickly identifying it. Here’s how you can use Shazam on your Android device to find that elusive tune.
Setting Up Shazam on Your Android Device
- Open Shazam: Launch the Shazam app on your Android device.
- Access Settings: Tap on the Shazam icon to open the app’s menu. From there, click on Library and then select Settings.
- Enable Overlays: Inside the settings, look for the Shazam Popup option and enable Display Over Other Applications. This will allow the Shazam icon to float on top of your other applications while you play music.
Identifying Songs with Shazam
Once the Shazam icon is active, it will remain visible on your screen, making it easy to identify songs no matter which app you’re using.
- Listening to Music: Simply play any music using your preferred application. Shazam will work in the background and listen for the song.
- Using the Notification Panel: If you want to access Shazam’s features quickly, just swipe down from the top of your screen to view your notifications. Here, you’ll find notifications from Shazam.
Accessing Your Song History
After identifying a song, you can easily access your history of identified tracks.
- Open Your History: Swipe down to the Music Section in the Shazam notification area.
- Listen to Previously Identified Songs: Tap the play icon next to any song in your history to listen to it.
- Open in Apple Music: If you wish to explore a specific song further, long press on it and you’ll have the option to open it directly in Apple Music.
Using Shazam as a Browser Extension
If you’re using the Shazam browser extension, the process is equally straightforward:
- Identify Songs in Your Browser: Open the tab where you hear the music.
- Click the Shazam Icon: In your toolbar, click the Shazam icon to identify the song playing in your current browser tab.
Conclusion
Using Shazam is a simple and effective way to recognize and identify songs anytime you need. Whether you’re using the mobile app or the browser extension, Shazam makes finding music quick and easy. If you found this guide useful, don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more tips!
