android-for-cars-parked-apps

Name: android-for-cars-parked-apps
Availability: InStock
Author: Android

Adapts Android video streaming apps, games, and web browsers to run as parked apps on Android Auto and Automotive OS.

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Search Tags:#android-manifest #driver-distraction #android-auto #automotive-os #parked-apps #car-app-quality #media-session

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npx skills add https://github.com/android/skills --skill android-for-cars-parked-apps-android

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Skill: android-for-cars-parked-apps
Source: https://github.com/android/skills/tree/main/cars/android-for-cars-parked-apps
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/android/skills --skill android-for-cars-parked-apps-android

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What problem does it solve? Adapting Android apps to meet Car App Quality guidelines for parked operation on Android Auto and Android Automotive OS. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Configure manifest for app categories and hardware features. - Implement back navigation and orientation support. - Handle system bars, display cutouts, and driver distraction requirements. - Protect sensitive data in browser apps. Use Case: Migrate a video streaming app to be published on Google Play for Android Automotive OS. ## Quick Start Adapt an existing Android app by updating its AndroidManifest.xml to declare the appropriate app category and target platforms.

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How do I configure an Android app for Android Automotive OS?▼

Declare android.appCategory on the application tag and uses-feature for automotive hardware. Add CAR_LAUNCHER intent category for Android Auto support.

What are the requirements for parked apps on Android Auto?▼

Apps must support Android 15+ and include CAR_LAUNCHER category in the main intent filter for exported activities.

How to handle driver distraction in video apps?▼

Pause playback on ON_PAUSE or ON_STOP and use CarUxRestrictionsManager to block playback commands when isRequiresDistractionOptimization is true.

Does this skill support background audio while driving?▼

It is optional and requires declaring com.android.car.background_audio_while_driving feature with FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK permission.

What is the process to verify car app quality?▼

Build the app and test against car app quality guidelines using Android Automotive OS emulator or Desktop Head Unit for Android Auto.

How to protect sensitive data in browser apps for cars?▼

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