System UI

The Android Auto experience combines apps tailored for in-car use with a system UI that adapts to the screen configurations and input methods available in all compatible cars.

The Android Auto UI consists of a nav bar for accessing key actions, a main app content area, and a status bar that displays system information.

The status bar displays time, weather, and system status details. Below it, the app content area shows either the app launcher or content from the main app in use.

The nav bar provides access to the following:

system UI overview
1. Status bar
2. App content area
3. Nav bar