Controlling 3rd Gen Shuffle

Unlike previous models, the third generation iPod shuffle doesn't have all the buttons on the body of the device to control playback. Instead, the device is controlled via a remote control is connected to the headphones included. However, the remote, includes only three buttons – volume, volume down and a clicker in the Centre.

So, with only three buttons to work with, how to control the third-generation iPod shuffle?

Reply:

For music

The volume up and down buttons are pretty obvious.

When you click the Center button, you can control the iPod like this:

Single click: play/pause music

Double-click: skip to next track

Triple-click to: skip to previous track

For VoiceOver

If you're using VoiceOver, a characteristic that speaks the names of songs and playlists, the remote control also works this way:

Listen to the title and artist to play the song: hold down the button.

To switch between playlists: press and hold the button until you hear a tone. Then you'll hear the names of your playlists on iPod. when they feel the playlist you want, click the new button to select it.

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