How to use Apple Music's Collaborative Playlist feature: A step-by-step guide

Apple has brought back the

Apple Music Collaborative Playlist feature

with the

iOS 17.3

and

iPadOS 17.3

update. The feature is now available and if you are unaware, Apple removed it with the iOS 17.2 update due to some security and privacy concerns.
Now, if you are an avid

Apple Music user

, you might be missing out on a fun and interactive way to curate playlists with your friends. Apple Music's Collaborative Playlist feature allows you to join forces with others to create the ultimate music compilation. The feature comes in handy while travelling or at a gathering.
Here's a

step-by-step guide

on how to make the most of this feature.
What you need:

An iPhone or iPad with the latest version of iOS or iPadOS.
Subscription to Apple Music.
Steps to create a Collaborative Playlist:
Open the Apple Music app.
Create a new playlist or open an existing one.
At the top of the playlist, tap the Collaborate button.
Choose whether to approve collaborators before they join or allow anyone with the link to join.
Tap "Start Collaboration."
Invite others via message, email, or generate a QR Code for easy scanning.

Steps to manage collaborators:
To approve or remove collaborators, open the playlist, tap the Collaborate button, and use the "Approve" or "Remove" buttons.
Joining a Playlist Collaboration:
Open the invitation and tap "Join Playlist."
If approval is needed, tap "Request to Join" and wait for approval.
Adding or editing songs:
Open the collaborative playlist.
Tap the More button, then tap Edit.
Add songs by tapping "Add Music" and searching for music to include.
Remove songs by tapping "Remove" and then "Delete."
Reorder songs by dragging the three-line icon next to a song.
Steps to leave a Collaborative playlist:
Open the collaborative playlist, tap the Collaborate button, and choose "Stop" or "Leave."