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If you have turned on the option that you are able to choose between having auto with all abilities or just the basics, the basic auto button merges with the speed button. So right now we aren't able to activate the auto basic option because it's hidden by the tempo button and if you try to click it only the speed changes.

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about 2 months ago - /u/EA_HighCommand - Direct link

We are aware and working on it. See Investigating: Auto Battle Button Issue