I fixed my biggest Android Auto annoyances by making these changes
I fixed my biggest Android Auto annoyances by making these changes
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Publish Date: 2026-05-29 08:00:00
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Over months of testing and daily driving, I have found that a few minutes of deliberate tweaking can transform how the system behaves.
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Customize the Android Auto launcher
Every time I set up a new phone or connect to a vehicle for the first time, the very first thing I do is fix the app drawer.
Out of the box, Android Auto dumps every single compatible app onto your car’s screen. If you have three navigation apps, four music streaming services, and a random podcast or a weather app, your screen quickly becomes a scrolling mess.
Finding the one app you actually need while driving 60 mph isn’t just frustrating — it’s dangerous.
I headed to Settings Connected devices Connection preferences…
