Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Android Auto has a lot more hidden features than most people realize — from moving your map/media layout, adding your phone wallpaper, and rearranging apps, to creating one-tap shortcuts (like “nearest gas station” or “coffee”). Here are my favorite Android Auto tips & tricks to level up your daily drives and road trips.


Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:24 Android Auto layout overview
0:51 Move map/media to driver side (Change layout)
1:30 Media suggestions / home screen basics
1:50 Customize apps + enable phone wallpaper
2:40 Reorder / hide apps (Customize launcher on phone)
3:23 Add shortcuts to launcher (gas/coffee examples)
5:37 Stop auto-playing media (Startup mode)
6:11 Adjust volume for calls / nav / voice prompts
6:42 Message privacy controls (hide preview / notifications)
7:37 Reboot infotainment screen without turning off car
8:46 Voice assistant basics + steering wheel button
8:57 Train Voice Match / Voice ID for “Hey Google”
9:42 Built-in games (while parked/waiting)
10:00 Driver seat location (left/right drive)
10:18 Choose the default phone for Android Auto
11:13 Wrap-up / outro