As smartphones become an integral part of our daily lives, it is unsurprising that many people want to include them in their car experience.
Android Auto is a popular program that allows safe smartphone use while driving. It offers an intuitive and familiar interface that is accessible via the navigation screen in your vehicle. Android Auto is compatible with most Android phones, even budget models.
This guide will demonstrate how to customize your Android Auto launcher to make driving more convenient and secure.
Remove Apps from Your Android Auto Launcher
Android Auto includes pre-installed apps that you may not need or use.
By removing these apps from your launcher, you can declutter your screen and make it easier to access your most-used apps.
Here's how to remove apps from your Android Auto launcher, courtesy of AndroidPolice:
- Open the Android Auto settings on your phone. The path may differ depending on the model and manufacturer of your phone. Go to Settings > Connected devices > Android Auto on Samsung phones. Go to Settings > Connected devices > Connection preferences > Android Auto on Pixel devices.
- Under "General," select "Customize launcher."
- Clear the checkbox next to an app's name or tap the red cross to remove it.
Customize Apps from Your Android Auto Launcher
To rearrange the order of apps, press and hold the handle to the left of the app's icon and drag it to the desired location. This switches the launcher's sorting mode from A-Z to Custom order.
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Adding shortcuts to your Android Auto launcher can improve the convenience and safety of your driving experience. Here's how to customize your Android Auto launcher:
- Under "General," select "Customize launcher."
- At the top of the screen, press the "Add shortcut to the launcher" button.
Remove Apps from Your Android Auto Launcher in Your Car
You can easily customize your Android Auto launcher from your vehicle if you prefer. However, the customization process is slightly different than on a smartphone. Here's how to remove apps from your car's Android Auto launcher:
- Connect your phone to your vehicle's infotainment system via a USB cable or wirelessly.
- Press and hold any icon on the Android Auto launcher screen to access the launcher customization page on your phone, or tap the "Customize" icon on the home screen. This will also launch the phone's launcher customization page.
- Using the instructions above, complete the procedure on your device.
Latest Android Auto Redesign
In case you missed it, Google's Android Auto rolled out its redesign in early January, allowing users to experience new driving-enhancing features on the platform.
The split-screen feature, which allows multiple apps to appear on display and allows users to manage multiple experiences on a single page, is one of the most noticeable changes.
The company initially announced the Android Auto redesign at the renowned Google showcase I/O 2022, but it took quite a while before it was released to the general public.
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