spotify-player

Control Spotify playback and search tracks from the terminal.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/clsdavid/autocrab --skill spotify-player-clsdavid
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: spotify-player
Source: https://github.com/clsdavid/autocrab/tree/main/skills/spotify-player
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/clsdavid/autocrab --skill spotify-player-clsdavid

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to control your Spotify playback and search for music directly from your terminal, without needing to switch to the Spotify application.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Playback Control: Play, pause, skip to the next or previous track.
  • Music Search: Search for tracks on Spotify.
  • Device Management: List and select playback devices.
  • Use Case: While working on your code, you can quickly search for a song and play it, or skip a track you don't like, all from your command line.

Quick Start

Use the spotify-player skill to search for the track 'Bohemian Rhapsody' by Queen.

Frequently Asked Questions about spotify-player

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I control Spotify playback from the terminal?

You can control Spotify playback from the terminal by using the spotify-player skill to send play, pause, skip, and search commands directly through your command line interface.

Do I need Spotify Premium to use terminal-based music control?

Yes, terminal-based Spotify music control requires an active Spotify Premium account to execute playback commands and manage device selection.

What do I need to install to search for Spotify tracks in the terminal?

To search for Spotify tracks in the terminal, you need to install either the spogo or spotify_player command-line tool, with spogo requiring potential cookie import for access.

Can I switch Spotify playback devices from my command line?

Yes, you can list and select Spotify playback devices from your command line, allowing you to redirect audio output to personalized active devices without opening the Spotify application.

How do I search for a specific song on Spotify without leaving the terminal?

You can search for specific tracks on Spotify without leaving the terminal by invoking the spotify-player skill to query track names and artists, then selecting results directly in your command line interface.