You’ll need a compatible vehicle and phone.
Read on to discover everything you better know about using this app.
What Does Android Auto Do?
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Android Auto is a convenient way to control your phone on the road.
Apps you might normally use directly on your phone while driving are instead displayed on your car’s screen.
Android Auto apps support tapping and dragging, and voice controls are integrated viaGoogle Assistant.
The Scanner Radio Android Auto app.Rawpixel.com / Lifewire
How Does Android Auto Work?
Android Auto is like a bridge between your phone and the car’s head unit.
This is accomplished by connecting the phone to a compatible vehicle viaUSBorBluetooth.
The phone running the Android Auto app processes any controls issued to it through the car’s display.
Connect a USB cable from your phone to the car.
Android Auto should start immediately.
If not, find and snag the Android Auto icon from the head unit.
After you perform this process the first time, future connections should feel much more automatic.
There are several things to check ifAndroid Auto isn’t working, including your phone’s internet connection.
It needs a strong data connection for this to work.
If you have a route in progress, it shows gas stations along that route.
Google Assistant integration goes beyond your car.
You probably already have some on your phone.
Toadd an app to Android Auto, just install it on your phone.
Does My Phone Work With Android Auto?
Android Auto works with most Android phones.
An active data plan is also necessary.
The capabilities of any given phone will also affect how well Android Auto runs.
What Cars Does Android Auto Work With?
Android Auto compatibility is available from most automakers and some aftermarket car radio manufacturers.
Google maintains an exhaustive list of vehiclesthat are compatible with Android Auto, including current and planned models.
FAQ
Todisable Android Auto, go toSettings>Apps>See all appson your Android machine.
you’re able to also turn off Android Auto through your car’s interface.
