How to Set Up Android Auto

Mirror your Android phone to your car's display for hands-free navigation, music, and messaging while you drive.

In this guide (5 steps):

1.Install the Android Auto app
2.Check your car's compatibility
3.Connect your phone with a USB cable
4.Follow the setup prompts
5.Try a test drive in the driveway

Install the Android Auto app

~15s

On phones running Android 10 or newer, Android Auto is already built in. On older phones, open the Play Store, search for "Android Auto," and tap Install.

Check your car's compatibility

~15s

Look for an Android Auto logo near the USB port or on your infotainment screen. Your car's manual or the Android Auto website lists supported models.

Connect your phone with a USB cable

~15s

Start the car and plug your phone into the USB port using a good-quality cable. For wireless Android Auto, connect over Bluetooth after turning on the car.

Follow the setup prompts

~15s

Your phone will ask for permissions — allow access to location, contacts, and notifications so Maps and messaging work. This only happens the first time.

Try a test drive in the driveway

~15s

Before driving, say "Hey Google, navigate home" to check that voice commands work. Also open the music app you prefer to confirm audio plays through the car speakers.

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Android Auto is Google's version of CarPlay — it puts a simplified version of your Android phone on the car's screen so you can use Google Maps, play music, and hear messages read aloud while driving. Most new cars and many aftermarket radios support it.

After a one-time setup, Android Auto connects automatically whenever you start the car and plug in (or connect wirelessly). You control everything with voice commands or large, easy-to-tap buttons designed to be safer than looking at your phone.

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