Can you search friends by username in Apple Music?

Can you search friends by username in Apple Music? Unfortunately, that's not possible. In this video transcript, the speaker explains that there is no direct way to search for friends using their usernames on Apple Music. So, how can you add friends then?

To add friends on Apple Music, you need to follow a few steps. Start by going to your account section, which is located on the right side of the screen. Once there, you will need to grant access to your contacts on Apple Music. Simply allow this access and proceed.

After granting access to your contacts, tap on your profile again, this time at the top of the screen. Scroll down to the bottom, and you will find the option to follow more friends. By selecting this, you will be presented with a list of your contacts on Apple Music.

Keep in mind that not everyone on your contacts list will be available to follow. If you see an "invite" button next to a contact's name, it means that they have chosen not to share their activity. In such cases, you can invite them to follow you instead.

However, some of your contacts may be willing to share their music choices. If you come across a contact who is sharing their activity, you can choose to follow them by selecting the appropriate option.

Unfortunately, despite these options, there is no way to search for friends directly using their usernames. This can be quite frustrating, as it would make it much easier to find and follow friends on Apple Music. It would also be beneficial if users could choose to be discoverable by others, granting permission for their username to be searched.

Currently, to add friends on Apple Music, you have a couple of methods available. One option is to request that your friends provide you with their profile link. By clicking on that link, you will be redirected to their profile, where you can choose to follow them.

Another method involves adding your friends to your iPhone contacts. Once added, you can grant Apple Music access to your iPhone contact book. After doing so, your friends should appear in the recommendations section, making it easier for you to follow them.

Admittedly, the process of adding friends on Apple Music can be quite complicated. Hopefully, Apple Music will consider improving this feature in the future. For now, the suggested methods should suffice.