Manage advanced network settings on your Pixel Tablet

You can change network settings like automatic connections, metered access, proxy settings, and more.

Important: Some of these steps work only on Android 14 and up. Learn how to update your Android version.

Set up a proxy to connect devices

1. Open your device’s Settings app.
2. Tap Network & internet Internet.
3. Tap a network.
4. Tap Edit Advanced options.
5. Under "Proxy," tap the Down arrow . Pick the configuration type.
6. If needed, enter the proxy settings.
7. Tap Save.

When to use a proxy

A proxy is like a gate or tunnel between devices. For example, you might need to connect through a proxy when you connect to your work network from your home.

Control data use with metered Wi-Fi

1. Connect your phone or tablet to Wi-Fi.
2. Open your device's Settings app.
3. Tap Network & internet Internet.
   • If you still can't find it, get help from your device manufacturer.
4. Tap the Wi-Fi network you're connected to.
5. Tap Network usage Treat as metered.

When to use metered Wi-Fi

If your network has a data limit, you can set your Wi-Fi as metered. When your network is metered, you have more control over how much data your phone or tablet uses through downloads and other apps.

Find your tablet’s MAC address

1. Open your device's Settings app.
2. Tap About tablet.
3. Scroll down to "Wi-Fi MAC address."

Devices that have Android 10 and above have another MAC address. To find it:

1. Turn on Wi-Fi.
2. Open your device's Settings app.
3. Tap Network & internet Internet.
   • If you can't find it, search for "MAC address." If you still can't find it, get help from your device manufacturer.
4. Next to your network, tap Settings .
5. Scroll down to "Randomized MAC address."

Tip: If you're setting up parental controls for your network, include both MAC addresses.

Change more Wi-Fi settings

1. Open your device's Settings app.
2. Tap Network & internet Internet.
3. Tap Network preferences.
4. Tap an option. These vary by device and Android version.
   • Turn on Wi-Fi automatically
     Have Wi-Fi automatically turn on near saved networks.  Learn about saved networks.
   • Notify for public networks
     Notify when a high-quality public network is available.
   • Advanced
     • Install certificates
       Digital certificates can identify your device. Learn about certificates.
     • Wi-Fi Direct
       Let your device connect, without a network with other devices that can use Wi-Fi Direct.

     If you use an older version of Android, you can also choose from:

     • WPS Push Button: Turn on Wi-Fi protected setup (WPS) for a WPS-capable network.
     • WPS Pin Entry: Enter the Wi-Fi protected setup (WPS) personal identification number (PIN).

Related resources

• Connect to Wi-Fi networks on your Pixel Tablet
• Connect your Pixel Tablet to a hotspot