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How to login to Google Maps in Android Auto, if I am already logged to my account in the system?
**tl;dr** _I cannot use saved destinations when using Google Maps through Android Auto, because I always see a message that I must login to Google Maps first. I am logged into my Google account in both system and every other Google-like apps. Only with Google Maps there seems to be a problem. Is the...
**tl;dr** _I cannot use saved destinations when using Google Maps through Android Auto, because I always see a message that I must login to Google Maps first. I am logged into my Google account in both system and every other Google-like apps. Only with Google Maps there seems to be a problem. Is there any fix for that?_
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I was more than sure that when I have an Android phone, not rooted etc., where I am logged in (system wide) to an active Google account then I am also logged in to that account in any Google-related app, including Gmail, Calendar, Contacts etc.
Yet, when I plugged my Motorola Moto E4 to my Toyota Aygo and started using Android Auto with Google Maps, this turned out to be not true.
When selecting new destination address, I can:
* Type it manually
* Pick it from Google Calendar (I am logged in there and see my account's events)
* Select one of the latest or
* Browse by a category.
But I cannot use one of the saved ones (i.e. starred), because I am always hitting the wall with message saying that I must login to Google Maps first.
Here is a screenshot (in Polish, but it does the job):
How should I proceed in this situation?

trejder
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Dec 28, 2021, 08:41 PM
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How to take screenshots without using buttons?
My android phone has weak buttons, so I don't use them frequently. I even change my volume from the settings! But to take a screenshot, I need to press the volume down button _and_ the power button. I have a Motorola Moto E4 Plus running Android 7.1.1. Is there any other way to take screenshots? I d...
My android phone has weak buttons, so I don't use them frequently. I even change my volume from the settings!
But to take a screenshot, I need to press the volume down button _and_ the power button. I have a Motorola Moto E4 Plus running Android 7.1.1.
Is there any other way to take screenshots? I don't want to root my phone.
NOTE: This question is not a duplicate as this is asking specifically ***without buttons*** and so helps those who can not use their physical buttons.
geuristic
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Nov 10, 2018, 04:11 AM
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I can't permanently delete or download files
Whenever I try to permanently delete a photo in my photo gallery, I get a message saying "Can't delete from device." I've tried deleting files by plugging my phone up to my computer, but the files keep coming back sometime later after they're deleted. Not only that, but I'm also unable to download i...
Whenever I try to permanently delete a photo in my photo gallery, I get a message saying "Can't delete from device." I've tried deleting files by plugging my phone up to my computer, but the files keep coming back sometime later after they're deleted. Not only that, but I'm also unable to download images or apps. Whenever I try to download an image or app it says "Download Pending" even though I have 114 MB of space free. Is there a way to fix this?
Gluebo
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May 25, 2019, 03:48 AM
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How to disable "Alarms only" mode that activates during each call?
On my Moto E4 / Android 7.1.1 the "Alarms Only" mode auto-activates itself during each call. [![enter image description here][1]][1] It happens during every call, no matter, if this is placed or received call. As you can see on following images, all my "Do Not Disturb" settings are purely default an...
On my Moto E4 / Android 7.1.1 the "Alarms Only" mode auto-activates itself during each call.
It happens during every call, no matter, if this is placed or received call.
As you can see on following images, all my "Do Not Disturb" settings are purely default and all my automatic rules are set to "Off". Thus I have no idea what can be causing such behavior.
Things that I tried so far:
1. I have two other Motos (G4 and E3). I have checked them. Turned out that all three has exactly the same configuration and only E4 works this way.
2. I have deleted all automatic rules (thinking that maybe "Off" is not enough, since this is Google), but that brought no help.
How can I disable this feature or change my phone's behavior?

trejder
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May 27, 2018, 03:14 PM
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Is there a way to turn my phone to landscape mode in the lock screen?
I have had a Motorola Moto e4 for almost 2 years with relatively no problems. A few days ago, my phone's touch screen stops working in certain frequently pressed places on the screen. This proves to be mildly annoying, but manageable as I would just flip the phone to landscape to get past this (espe...
I have had a Motorola Moto e4 for almost 2 years with relatively no problems. A few days ago, my phone's touch screen stops working in certain frequently pressed places on the screen. This proves to be mildly annoying, but manageable as I would just flip the phone to landscape to get past this (especially when typing). Unfortunately, my phone has finally died and after I charged it, it now asks for my password so I can log in. The thing is, I can't press one of the onscreen keyboard keys to enter my password completely, and thus cannot unlock my phone. I cannot use my fingerprint because every time my phone reboots it asks for the password. I know if I can get my landscape mode I can enter in the correct password but all my attempts (notification bar, lock screen camera) have all failed. Any help? :)
Andrew V.
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May 2, 2019, 10:48 AM
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Customization beyond just the app drawer and home screen?
I have a Motorola E4 running Nougat, and I was wondering if there was a way to customize the colors (and fonts if possible) used in the GUI menus? I have Nova launcher installed, and while it is nice to be able to tweak the app drawer and Home screen, it can't do much more than that AFAIK. Thanks.
I have a Motorola E4 running Nougat, and I was wondering if there was a way to customize the colors (and fonts if possible) used in the GUI menus? I have Nova launcher installed, and while it is nice to be able to tweak the app drawer and Home screen, it can't do much more than that AFAIK. Thanks.
posfan12
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Apr 22, 2019, 10:57 AM
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How to disable Developer options on Moto E4 without clearing settings storage data?
In order to speed up my Moto E4 (Android 7.1.1), I followed this advice: Settings > About phone > Build number (tapped about 3 times) which enabled Developer options. Then hit the back button > Developer options. One by one I opened three animation scales and brought them down to .5x: - Window anima...
In order to speed up my Moto E4 (Android 7.1.1), I followed this advice:
Settings > About phone > Build number (tapped about 3 times) which enabled Developer options. Then hit the back button > Developer options.
One by one I opened three animation scales and brought them down to .5x:
- Window animation
- Transition animation
- Animator duration
Then at the top of the screen I turned Developer Options off. However, it is still available now in my settings menu when previously it was not (before I hit "Build number" 3 times).
When I did this I didn't realize that I was opening a mode that wouldn't just close back when I was done. In searching for how to disable what I enabled, I read that I can disable developer options (remove it from the settings menu) by going to:
Settings > Apps > Settings > Storage > Clear Data
However, I am hesitant to do that because it says:
All this app's data will be deleted permanently.
This includes all files, settings, accounts, databases, etc
I'm not sure what files are included and how that will affect my phone. It's only 700 kb though.
Is there another way that I can disable/close the Developer options that I inadvertently opened? If not, how can I know what the affect will be when I clear the settings storage data?
Thanks!
TeaJay
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Jun 19, 2018, 04:55 AM
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Cannot transfer files to cell after enabling USB debugging
I enabled USB debugging now I can't transfer any file to my cell after this. I tried disabling it but once I disable and close settings it enables itself again automatically. I connected my cell with USB port to my PC and it shows the message that it's connect and even the icon but if I open the ico...
I enabled USB debugging now I can't transfer any file to my cell after this.
I tried disabling it but once I disable and close settings it enables itself again automatically.
I connected my cell with USB port to my PC and it shows the message that it's connect and even the icon but if I open the icon to transfer file by copying or cutting , I don't see any desirable file in my cell in which I have to place the file.
What to do now?
Help me on disabling USB debugging please.
Also help me on transferring files during USB debugging enabled and disabled both.
Cell: Moto E4
Namaloom
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Jan 27, 2019, 03:31 PM
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How do I block private numbers from calling me?
Android 7 on a motorola E4. [This][1] does not work for me as I simply don't have that menu. How do I block private numbers from calling my phone? I'm not looking for a 3rd party application. I'm thinking there must be some way to do this on an android level, maybe with some [hidden code][2]? The ph...
Android 7 on a motorola E4. This does not work for me as I simply don't have that menu.
How do I block private numbers from calling my phone?
I'm not looking for a 3rd party application. I'm thinking there must be some way to do this on an android level, maybe with some hidden code ?
The phone isn't rooted, ADB isn't an option since data over USB on the phone is broken.
confetti
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Sep 5, 2018, 09:39 PM
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Can't sync or even access contacts of Moto G4 / E4 and fresh Android 7.1.1
**tl;dr** I can't access or sync my contacts on two phones with freshly installed Android 7.1.1 while I can access and sync them without problems on third phone, with Android 6.0, connected to the same Gmail account. ---- Whenever I try to access contacts on my Moto E4 or Moto G4 with Android 7.1.1...
**tl;dr** I can't access or sync my contacts on two phones with freshly installed Android 7.1.1 while I can access and sync them without problems on third phone, with Android 6.0, connected to the same Gmail account.
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Whenever I try to access contacts on my Moto E4 or Moto G4 with Android 7.1.1 I see following:
This process is endless. It last 12+ hours so far.
I have no problems accessing my contacts on my Moto E3 (Android 6.0.1), which is connected to the same Gmail account as my Moto G4 is.
It seems that contacts are inaccessible due account not being able to sync them:
As you can see (left screeenshot - Moto G4 / Moto E4), the _Peoples details_ item cannot be sync for past two days (since getting this phone) and I don't even have _Contacts_ sync item on the list.
Everything is OK on Moto E3 (right screenshot).
Steps taken so far:
- phone restart,
- removing Google account and adding it back again,
- checking on different network access type (i.e. LTE instead of WiFi).
No luck so far. What else can I check or do?


trejder
(2633 rep)
May 6, 2018, 08:20 PM
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