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How to Use Waze in Android Auto

The popular traffic app makes navigation easy

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What to Know

Open Android Auto, tap the Navigation icon, and choose Waze > Search > Settings. Change the voice and your route preferences.To use while driving, connect the phone with a USB cable or Bluetooth. Tap Navigation > Waze. Say "OK Google" to give a command.Not all Waze features are available while you're driving, but you can use voice commands to navigate.
This article describes how to use Waze for Android Auto, which is compatible with Android 6 through 11. For Android 12 and later, use Google Assistant Driving Mode.

How to Set up Waze on Android Auto

Waze on Android Auto is a limited version of the app, in which you can use voice commands to navigate while driving, but not to send traffic and incident reports. You also can't adjust settings, add or edit Favorites, share your location or route, or use any of the social features. First, make sure you have the most up-to-date versions of the Android Auto and Waze apps, then check your Waze settings to ensure they're to your liking, including routing preferences and navigation voice. Launch Android Auto on your smartphone. Tap the Navigation icon at the bottom of the screen. Choose Waze.
Alternatively, you can launch the Waze app on your smartphone. From the main Waze screen, tap My Waze, then tap Settings. Change the navigation voice under Voice & sound. Adjust your route preferences (to avoid tolls, freeways, and other routes) under Navigation.

Add a Work or Home Destination in Waze

Consider inputting your home and work address to simplify voice commands, especially if you drive to work: Repeat the first four steps above, then tap Search. You'll see a "Where to" search box; underneath that are Home and Work, as well as recent destinations.
Tap Set once and go, then enter the address or tap the microphone symbol and speak it. Now, you can say "take me home" or "take me to work" rather than stating the entire address every time.

How to Use Waze While Driving

Whether you're using your smartphone screen or a touchscreen console in your car, Waze for Android Auto works the same. You'll receive visual and audio alerts about what's ahead on the road, such as traffic, construction, or an accident. Use voice commands to start and end navigation, answer and make calls, and more. To use Waze with Android Auto: Connect your smartphone to your vehicle using a USB cable. Android Auto automatically launches. You can also use Bluetooth, if you have that ability in your vehicle. Tap Navigation at the bottom of the screen, then tap Waze. You may have to double-tap Navigation to display the navigation apps. Say, "OK Google" and tell Android Auto where you'd like to go. For example: "Take me home.""Navigate to Union Square, New York City.""Directions to the Waffle House.""Navigate to work.""Drive to 188 Main St, Burlington, Vermont." If you use a touchscreen console and prefer to type, put your car in Park first, then tap the search field at the top of the screen and enter your destination. To report traffic incidents, tap Reports, choose the type (such as traffic, police, crash, or closure), then tap Submit. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Enable Waze Voice Commands What Can You Do With Android’s Driving Mode? What Android Auto Is and How to Use It Android Auto vs Alexa Auto Mode: What's the Difference? How to Connect an Xbox to Google Home How to Use Waze to Play Spotify How to Disable Android Auto Waze Navigation vs Google Maps The 10 Best Road Trip Planner Apps for 2022 How to Stop Navigation Using Google Assistant How To Use 'Google Now on Tap' on Android How to Avoid Toll Roads With GPS Apps The 5 Best Gas Apps to Help You Save at the Pump How to Connect Google Home to Your TV How to Use Google Home With Your iPhone How to Use Android Auto Wireless Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies