Android Auto has a developer menu you can access in seconds If you want to tweak your Android Auto settings, this is a good place to check. Android Auto does a solid job of mirroring your phone's most useful apps on your car's infotainment screen. From maps to music and messaging, Android Auto handles the expected tasks just fine. But buried inside the app is a developer menu that most haven't even seen, let alone used. Android Auto's hidden developer menu unlocks quite a few powerful settings, starting with a wireless toggle and an "Unknown Sources" option that lets non-Play Store apps run on your car's display. But how do you even get to access these features? Where to find Android Auto's secret menu? 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 Developer settings and you're in. Note that the exact menu names can vary slightly depending on your device. How can I enable Android Auto's hidden display settings? 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
Android <b>Auto</b> Has A Developer Menu You Can Access In Seconds
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