Trigger: Device Docked/Undocked

This trigger will fire when the device is docked or undocked. For docking events, you can also specify the type of dock (desk or car).

Options

• Any Dock - The trigger fires when the device is docked to any type of dock (desk, car, or other).

• Desk Dock - The trigger fires only when the device is docked to a desk dock.

• Car Dock - The trigger fires only when the device is docked to a car dock.

• Undocked - The trigger fires when the device is removed from any dock.

Examples

Example 1: Enable car mode when in car dock

Triggers

Device Docked/Undocked [Car Dock]

Actions

Bluetooth On
Launch Application: Android Auto
Set Volume: Media 100%

Example 2: Start charging display when docked at desk

Triggers

Device Docked/Undocked [Desk Dock]

Actions

Set Brightness: 50%
Launch Application: Clock (Daydream)

Example 3: Restore normal settings when undocked

Triggers

Device Docked/Undocked [Undocked]

Actions

Set Brightness: Auto
Set Volume: Media 50%

Notes

• The dock type is determined by the Android system based on the dock hardware.
• Not all docks report their type correctly - some may report as "desk" dock when they are car docks or vice versa.
• This trigger listens for the ACTION_DOCK_EVENT system broadcast.
• Wireless charging stands may not trigger dock events unless they are specifically designed to report as docks.

See Also

• Daydream On/Off Trigger
• Power Connected/Disconnected Trigger