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Gabriela Vatu Accessing Android Auto's hidden display settings takes less than a minute and it's actually not that difficult to find. Here's how to do it: Open your phone's Settings and search for Android Auto. Alternatively, go to Settings > Connected Devices > Android Auto. Scroll all the way to the bottom of the page. Tap Version and permission info about 10 times in quick succession. The phone will ask for confirmation if you want to allow developer settings, so press to confirm. Scroll back to the top of the Android Auto menu and tap the three-dot menu in the upper corner. Select De

The developer menu comes with a wide range of settings to choose from. Here are some of the features you'll find useful. Wireless Android Auto toggle The setting controls whether Android auto can connect to your car or a wireless adapter without a cable. The box should be checked by default, but if it isn't, you can enable it manually. If you are having trouble connecting wirelessly, check here first, as toggling the setting off and back on again often resolves stubborn connectivity issues. Unknown sources There's a hidden gem among these developer settings. Much like Android's standard sidelo

Gabriel Nica/Shutterstock For most drivers, enabling Unknown Sources and checking the wireless toggle are two actions worth taking. While it's understandable why Google is blocking off apps that take over the infotainment screen with YouTube vids, it's clear there's an interest for this given the number of apps. Third-party apps are filling gaps that Google hasn't officially addressed. The developer menu won't transform Android Auto overnight, but it does hand you a level of control that Google hasn't advertised. While some of them are great to have, others are definitely not meant for everyda

While most apps will work just fine over a VPN, Android Auto isn't a traditional app. Rather than making its own network requests, it works as an extension of your phone by routing data through predefined APIs designed for a distraction-free driving experience. Because a wireless connection to Android Auto relies on a direct local Wi-Fi link between the phone and the car, system-level networking features like VPNs and custom proxy configurations can prevent it from connecting. What is split tunneling, and how does it help? Split tunneling is a common VPN feature that lets you choose which apps