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# Downloadable Music Libraries
YouTube Music is Drastically Expanding Its Offline Mixtape Capacity

By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-06-28 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offline-mixtape
References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2019/6/26/18760029/youtube-music-smart-downloads-500-songs-offline-mixtape) & [9to5google](https://9to5google.com/2019/06/26/youtube-music-smart-downloads/)

[YouTube](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-downloads) Music is drastically increasing its Online Mixtape capacity to 500 songs, and the app will download music automatically. The songs are available through the 'smart downloads' section on the YouTube Music app. It has two sections, the first is the Offline Mixtape section which is a playlist of 100 songs from precious listening habits. The second section is a Liked Songs playlist, which consists of songs users have selected.

The songs are selected based on an algorithm that YouTube has programmed, this means users will not have direct control as to which songs are in their library. However, the Offline Mixtape feature would help users if they enter areas without WiFi.

Smart downloads may become an industry norm, other companies like [Netflix](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-netflix) are also adapting the feature. Netflix has added a smart download function, where a user next episode is automatically downloaded.

Image Credit: YouTube

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.4/10
- Popularity: 11% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Increased Offline Mixtape Capacity:** YouTube Music is dramatically expanding its Online Mixtape capacity to 500 songs, providing users with more options for offline listening.
- **Smart Downloads:** The introduction of 'smart downloads' by YouTube Music allows for automatic downloading of music based on user preferences, streamlining the offline listening experience.
- **Algorithmic Song Selection:** By using an algorithm to curate playlists, YouTube Music eliminates the need for users to manually select songs, opening up opportunities for personalized music discovery.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Music Streaming:** The music streaming industry can capitalize on the increased offline capacity and smart download features to enhance user experience and attract more subscribers.
- **Video Streaming:** Video streaming platforms like Netflix can adopt the smart download function to automatically download the next episode for uninterrupted viewing, improving user convenience.
- **Artificial Intelligence:** The use of algorithms in curating playlists presents opportunities for AI advancements, enabling more accurate and personalized content recommendations across various industries.

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