Setting it up is easy with these simple steps:
Open the Android Auto app on your phone
Tap the three line menu icon on the top left corner
Tap Settings
Scroll down to No sound from notifications and toggle it on
(Optional) Android Auto automatically resumes your music/podcasts on launch.
While we were writing we ran into the inquiry “What is Android Auto and how does it work?”.
Android Auto brings apps to your car display so you can focus while you drive. You can control features like navigation, maps, calls, text messages, and music. If your vehicle is not compatible with Android Auto on your car display, you can accomplish many of the same tasks using Google Assistant’s driving mode on your phone.
How do I enable Android Auto without the Android Auto app?
The good thing is this is possible even if you don’t have the Android Auto app readily available in your launcher. Follow the steps below to navigate the Android Settings app and locate the needed menus. Open Settings app. Locate Apps & notifications and select it. Tap See all # of apps. Find and choose Android Auto from this list.
You may be wondering “Why is my Android Auto not working on my phone?”
1 Check to make sure that the app you installed is supported by Android Auto. 2 If it’s compatible with Android Auto, check the app launcher setting and make sure it’s not hidden follow this: open the app>Android Auto options (upper left side)>Customise launcher>make sure the 3 Check app permissions on your phone’s settings.
Another popular question is “Is the Android Auto app missing on your phone?”.
Try this and you might get it back. Google has been on a campaign of late to make Android Auto less an app and more of a background process. They’ve even gone so far as to announce that it will not be a standalone app for future versions of Android.
How do I set up Android Auto on my car?
Make sure your phone meets the minimum requirements. Confirm that your car is compatible with Android Auto and that Android Auto is turned on in your car’s settings. If you’re not sure, contact your local car dealer. Ensure your phone has a strong and fast cellular data connection. Connect your phone.
Make sure your phone is running Android 5.0 (Lollipop) and up. For best performance, we recommend Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) and up. Confirm that your car is compatible with Android Auto and that Android Auto is turned on in your car’s settings.
How do I know if my car is compatible with Android Auto?
To get more information about your car’s compatibility with Android Auto on your car display, contact your vehicle manufacturer. Important: Android Auto isn’t available on devices that run Android (Go edition). A compatible car. Find out if your car or stereo is compatible with Android Auto.
Why is my Android Auto not connecting to my second car?
If you’re having trouble connecting to a second car: 1 Unplug your phone from the car. 2 Open the Android Auto app on your phone. 4 Uncheck the box next to the “Add new cars to Android Auto” setting. 5 Try plugging your phone into the car again.