How to add mp3 file in modern SharePoint site?

Question

I need to add an audio (mp3) file in the modern SharePoint site. I found information that I can do that by using embed code:

<iframe src="pathtomyaudiofile.mp3" width="100%" height="100"></iframe >

However, when I add it, the audio starts playing automatically each time when I open the SP site.

Is there an option to add paused audio, so anyone who wishes to listen to it will have to click 'play'?

Answer 1

I've done some testing and audio in an iframe or a video-element doesn't seem to autoplay for me.

You could though, try to replace your iframe with a video-element:

<video width="100" height="100" controls muted>
  <source src="pathtomyaudiofile.mp3" type="audio/mp3" />
</video>

OR using an audio-element

<audio src="pathtomyaudiofile.mp3" controls muted />

This should not autoplay and if it does, it will be muted.