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How to Enable & Take a Screenshot Image on Android Auto

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Having reliable companion devices can ease up the load on the road. With Android Auto, you can connect your Android mobile device to get the assistance that you need to make things easier for you while driving.

Android Auto can bring your Android mobile phone to your car display. It shows you the various apps you have on your device so you do not need to check your Android phone while on the road.

Features of Android Auto

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With Android Auto, you can connect your Android mobile phone and see all compatible apps for navigation, communication, and entertainment. You also have access to Google Assistant and take advantage of using your voice to navigate through your Android Auto. All you have to do is say with your command, “Hey Google.” That way, you can focus on the road ahead of you.

Android Auto features Google Maps and other navigation apps. You can find routes, parking, gas stations, and more. While enjoying the ride, you can also play some of your favorite tunes or load up where you last listened on your audiobooks. You can also listen to some of the current news.

If you need to contact someone, there is no need to get your phone and text a message. Minimize the risk of getting into an accident by having Google Assistant enter the text message for you. Google Assistant can read your text messages as well. If you have to call someone, just ask Google Assistant to dial the number for you.

With a widescreen on display, you can see your apps in one place. It is easy to navigate, plus effective in getting you to stay in the loop and on top of everything. With its plug-in-and-go, you don’t need to stop everything when you drive.

Did you know you can also grab some screen shots or screen captures of your car display screen using Android Auto? Perhaps you want to share with someone a picture of what is on your screen. It is not an easy process, but it is not impossible to do.

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How do you Activate the Feature & Take a Screenshot Image on Android Auto

Before using Android Auto, your car must be compatible with the technology. You can contact your manufacturer if you can connect your Android device and access Android Auto or go to https://www.android.com/auto/compatibility/.

Now if you want to capture a screenshot on your Android Auto, here’s how you can do it.

  • The first thing you need to do is to activate and enable the developer settings.
  • Connect your Android mobile device to your car.
  • On your Android phone, go to Settings.
  • Choose Advanced Features.
  • Navigate to Android Auto or Connected Devices.
  • Select Connection Preferences.
  • Tap Android Auto.
  • Look for the Version Number.
  • Tap the Version Number several times until you see a pop-up message asking you to allow Developer Settings.
  • Tap OK.

Now that you have enabled the Developer Settings, you can start taking screenshots images on your Android Auto.

  • On your Android Auto app, tap the three-dotted icon in the upper right corner.
  • Select Developer Settings.
  • Tap Share Screenshot Now.
  • Select the action of how you want to share your screenshot.

Note that you cannot save the screenshots on your mobile device. You can only share it as soon as you capture it.

What do you think of the screenshot process on Android Auto? We love to know your opinion, so please drop one in the comment section below.

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Aileen G. M.
Aileen G. M.
A technology writer with a degree in Business Administration majoring in Marketing. Aileen loves creating helpful but simple guides for troubleshooting and fixing complex issues on today's gadgets and services.

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