How to get Google Music to download to SD card
If you’re using Google Play Music and want to download songs to your device but your storage is full then don’t worry because you can store content on a memory card. Here’s how to get Google Music to download to SD card.Read:Best music streaming services.
For a while now, the Google Play Music app has had the ability to download tracks to microSD cards for offline listening. You’ll need anAndroid smartphoneortabletwith a microSD card slot and a microSD card with some free space. The feature has been designed for Android 4.4 KitKat but Google said it is available for some older devices in ‘experimental form’. So it’s worth trying if you have an older device but you may experience problems.
There is an iOS app for Google Music but Apple doesn’t offer expandable storage on the iPhone or iPad so this guide doesn’t apply.See also:Spotify vs Google Music comparison review.
How to get Google Music to download to SD card
Step One
Open the Google Play Music app on your device.
Step Two
Open the Settings menu which is found in the side bar on the left – either swipe in from the side or tap the three lines at the top-left of the app.
Step Three
Under the Downloading section of the menu tap on Storage location.
Step Four
Now select External from the menu – it will tell you how much free space there is on your memory card.
Note: You can save music to your SD card, but you can’t transfer music from your SD card to another device.
Author: Chris Martin, Reviews Editor, Tech Advisor
Chris got his break as a reporter at infamous site The Inquirer and has been at Tech Advisor for more than 12 years. With a BA degree in Music Technology, audio is his specialism, but over the years he has reviewed all kinds of gadgets, from smartwatches to mesh Wi-Fi to coffee machines.
