The New 'Plus Sign' Button in Spotify: A Love-Hate Relationship

In recent times, Spotify has been testing a new design for its NowPlaying UI, which has garnered both positive and negative reactions from users. The redesign replaces the traditional 'heart button' with a 'plus sign' to add items to 'Your Library' and playlists. While some users are embracing this change, others are left wondering why they can no longer see which songs have been given a heart in various lists.

One of the main concerns is that the new design makes it difficult for users to easily identify which songs have been liked or added to their playlists. This lack of visibility may lead to confusion and frustration among users who relied on the 'heart button' to keep track of their music preferences.

Despite the negative comments, there are some users who are trying to find the positive aspects of the new design. However, it is clear that many users miss the familiar 'heart button' and are expressing their disappointment through online forums and social media platforms.

It's interesting to note that the reasons for rejecting this change go beyond aesthetics. The redesign has also brought about a functional change that may impact user experience. As such, it's no surprise that many users are asking how they can revert back to the old design or at least find alternative ways to achieve their desired outcomes.

The Spotify team has confirmed the redesign of the 'heart button' through their support forums and is actively seeking feedback from users. It remains to be seen whether this change will become permanent or if the company will consider reverting back to the original design based on user feedback.

In any case, the debate surrounding the new 'plus sign' button in Spotify highlights the importance of considering user needs and preferences when implementing changes to a well-established interface. As with any major design overhaul, there are likely to be both fans and detractors of this change. Only time will tell if the Spotify team will make adjustments based on user feedback or stick with their new design.

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