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USER GUIDE
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About this user guide
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Thank you for choosing this LG product. Please carefully read this user guide before using the device for the first time to ensure safe and proper use.
•Always use genuine LG accessories. The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices.
•Descriptions are based on the device default settings.
•Default apps on the device are subject to updates, and support for these apps may be withdrawn without prior notice. If you have any questions about an app provided with the device, please contact an LG Service Center. For user-installed apps, please contact the relevant service provider.
•Modifying the device’s operating system or installing software from unofficial sources may damage the device and lead to data corruption or data loss. Such actions will violate your LG license agreement and void your warranty.
•Some content and illustrations may differ from your device, depending on the area, service provider, software version, or OS version, and are subject to change without prior notice.
•Software, audio, wallpaper, images, and other media supplied with your device are licensed for limited use. If you extract and use these materials for commercial or other purposes, you may be infringing copyright laws. As a user, you are fully responsible for the illegal use of media.
•Additional charges may incur for data services, such as messaging, uploading, downloading, auto-syncing and location services. To avoid additional charges, select a data plan suitable to your needs. Contact your service provider to obtain additional details.
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Instructional notices
WARNING: Situations that could cause injury to the user and third parties.
CAUTION: Situations that may cause minor injury or damage to the device.
NOTE: Notices or additional information.
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Table of contents
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Custom-designed Features
6 Multi-tasking feature
8 Quick share
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Basic Functions
10Product components and accessories
11Parts overview
13Turning the power on or off
14Inserting the memory card
15Removing the memory card
16Charging the battery
17Optimizing battery life
18Touch screen
21 Home screen
28 Screen lock
30Memory card encryption
31Taking screenshots
32Entering text
37 Do not disturb
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Useful Apps
39Installing and uninstalling apps
40App trash
41Phone
45Messaging
46Camera
53Gallery
56Email
58Calendar
59Clock
60QuickMemo+
62Calculator
62Downloads
62File Manager
63FM Radio
63Audio Recorder
64Contacts
66Music
67Tasks
67Google apps
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Phone Settings
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DEVICE |
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PERSONAL |
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SYSTEM |
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Appendix
93 Phone software update
95 FAQ
98Anti-Theft Guide
99More information
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For Your Safety
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LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
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Custom-designed
Features
Multi-tasking feature
Multi-Window
You can use two apps at the same time by separating the screen into multiple windows.
While using an app, touch and hold from the Home touch buttons, then select an app from the recently-used apps list.
•You can use two apps at the same time.
•To exit the Multi-Window feature, touch and hold .
• The Multi-Window feature is not supported by some apps, including downloaded apps.
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Overview screen
The Overview screen provides a preview of your recently-used apps.
To view the list of recently-used apps, tap on the Home touch buttons.
•Touch and hold an app and drag it to the top of the screen to start
the app with the Multi-Window feature. You can also tap at the top of each app preview.
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Quick share
You can share a photo or video to the app you want immediately after taking it.
1Tap , then take a photo or record a video.
2Tap the app icon that appears on the screen to share it using that app.
You can also swipe the icon towards the opposite direction to see what other apps you can use to share your photos and videos.
quick share icon
• The app displayed by the quick share icon may vary, depending on the type and frequency of access to the apps installed on the device.
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Basic Functions
Product components and accessories
The following items are included with your device.
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• The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the area and service provider.
•Always use genuine LG Electronics accessories. Using accessories made by other manufacturers may affect your device's call performance or cause malfunctions. This may not be covered by LG's repair service.
• If any of these basic items are missing, contact the dealer from which you purchased your device.
•To purchase additional basic items, contact an LG Customer Service Center.
•To purchase optional items, contact an LG Customer Service Center for available dealers.
•Some items in the product box are subject to change without notice.
•The appearance and specifications of your device are subject to change without notice.
•Device specifications may vary depending on the area or service provider.
•Be sure to use authentic accessories provided by LG Electronics. Using third-party accessories may damage the device or cause malfunctions.
•Remove the protective film on the camera lens if necessary.
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Parts overview
Proximity/Ambient light sensor
Front camera lens
Stereo headset jack
Flash
Power/Lock key
Speaker
Earpiece
SIM/microSD card slot
Touch screen
Microphone
Rear camera lens
Volume keys (+/-)
Charger/USB cable port
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•Proximity/Ambient light sensor
-Proximity sensor: During a call, the proximity sensor turns off the screen and disables touch functionality when the device is in close proximity to the human body. It turns the screen back on and enables touch functionality when the device is outside a specific range.
-Ambient light sensor: The ambient light sensor analyzes the ambient light intensity when the auto-brightness control mode is turned on.
•Volume keys
-Adjust the volume for ringtones, calls or notifications.
-While using the Camera, gently press a Volume key to take a photo. To take continuous shots of photos, press and hold the Volume key.
-Press the Volume Down (-) key twice to launch the Camera app when the screen is locked or turned off. Press the Volume Up (+) key twice to launch Capture+.
•Power/Lock key
-Briefly press the key when you want to turn the screen on or off.
-Press and hold the key when you want to select a power control option.
•Some functions may be restricted for access, depending on the device specifications.
•Do not put heavy objects on the device or sit on it. Doing so may damage the touch screen.
•Screen-protective film or accessories may interfere with the proximity sensor.
•If your device is wet or is being used in a humid place, the touch screen or buttons may not function properly.
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Turning the power on or off
Turning the power on
When the power is turned off, press and hold the Power/Lock key.
• When the device is turned on for the first time, initial configuration takes place. The first booting time for the smartphone may be longer than usual.
Turning the power off
Press and hold the Power/Lock key, then select Power off.
Power control options
Press and hold the Power/Lock key, then select an option.
•Power off: Turn off the device.
•Power off and restart: Restart the device.
•Turn on Airplane mode: Block telecommunication-related functions, including making phone calls, messaging and browsing the Internet. Other functions remain available.
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Inserting the memory card
The device supports up to a 2 TB microSD card. (Not included)
Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device.
• It is recommended to use an exFAT file system when using an external memory card of more than 32GB.
•Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. If you use an incompatible card, it may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it.
1Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the card tray.
2Pull out the card tray.
3Put the memory card on the card tray with the gold-colored contacts facing downwards.
• The memory card is an optional item and is sold separately.
•Frequent writing and erasing of data may shorten the memory card lifespan.
4 Insert the card tray back into the slot.
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Removing the memory card
Unmount the memory card before removing it for safety.
1Tap Tools Settings Storage .
2Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the card tray.
3Pull out the card tray and remove the memory card.
• Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. This may cause data to be lost or
corrupted, or may damage the memory card or the device. LG is not responsible for losses that result from the abuse or improper use of memory cards, including the loss of data.
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Charging the battery
Before using the device, fully charge the battery. Connect one end of the charging cable to the charger, insert the other end of the cable into the cable port, and then plug the charger into a power socket.
• When connecting a USB cable, make sure that the icon on the cable faces up. Connecting the cable in the wrong way may damage the device.
•Make sure to use an LG-approved charger and charging cable. Charging the battery with a third-party charger may cause the battery to explode or may damage the device.
•Using the device when it is charging may cause electric shock. To use the device, stop charging it.
•A charging adapter that supports fast charging is included with the product. The fast charging feature may not function if a fast charging adapter other than the genuine adapter provided with the product is used.
The charger connector is located at the bottom of the device. Insert the charger and plug it into a power outlet.
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Optimizing battery life
Extend your battery’s power by turning off features that you do not need to run constantly in the background. You can monitor how applications and system resources consume battery power.
Extending your device battery life
•Turn off radio communications when you are not using. If you are not using Wi-Fi, Bluetooth® or GPS, turn them off.
•Reduce screen brightness and set a shorter screen timeout.
•Turn off automatic syncing for Gmail, Calendar, Contacts and other applications.
•Some applications you download may consume battery power.
•Check the battery usage details and close any downloaded apps that are draining the battery.
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Touch screen
You can familiarize yourself with how to control your device by using touch screen gestures.
Tapping
Lightly tap with your fingertip to select or run an app or option.
Touching and holding
Touch and hold for several seconds to display a menu with available options.
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Double-tapping
Tap twice quickly to zoom in or out on a web page or map.
Dragging
Touch an item, such as an app or widget, then move your finger to another location in a controlled motion. You can use this gesture to move an item.
Swiping
Touch the screen with your finger and move it quickly without pausing. You can use this gesture to scroll through a list, a web page, photos, screens, and more.
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Pinching and spreading
Pinch two fingers to zoom out, such as on a photo or map. To zoom in, spread your fingers apart.
• Do not expose the touch screen to excessive physical shock. You might damage the touch sensor.
• A touch screen failure may occur if you use the device near a magnetic, metallic or conductive material.
•If you use the device under bright lights, such as direct sunlight, the screen may not be visible, depending on your position. Use the device in a shady location or a location with an ambient light that is not too bright and bright enough to read books.
•Do not press the screen with excessive force.
•Gently tap with your fingertip on the option you want.
•The touch control may not work properly if you tap while wearing a glove or by using the tip of your fingernail.
•Touch control may not work properly if the screen is moist or wet.
•The touch screen may not function properly if a screen-protective film or accessory purchased from a third party store is attached to the device.
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Home screen
Home screen overview
The Home screen is the starting point for accessing various functions and apps on your device. Tap on any screen to directly go to the Home screen.
You can manage all apps and widgets on the Home screen. Swipe the screen left or right to view all installed apps at a glance.
Home screen layout
You can view all apps and organize widgets and folders on the Home screen.
Status bar Weather widget
Google search widget
Folder
Page icon
Quick access area
Home touch buttons
• The Home screen may vary, depending on the service provider or software version.
•Status bar: View status icons, the time and the battery level.
•Weather widget: View the weather information and time for a specific area.
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•Google search widget: Perform a Google search by inputting spoken or written keywords.
•Folder: Create folders to group apps by your preferences.
•Page icon: Display the total number of Home screen canvases. Tap the desired page icon to go to the page you selected. The icon reflecting the current canvas will be highlighted.
•Quick access area: Fix main apps at the bottom of the screen so that they can be accessed from any Home screen canvas.
•Home touch buttons
- : Return to the previous screen. Close the keypad or pop-up windows.
- : Tap to go to the Home screen. To launch Google Assistant, touch and hold.
- : Tap to view a list of recently used apps or run an app from the list. To delete all the recently used apps, tap CLEAR ALL. To use two apps at the same time with the Multi-Window feature, touch and hold the button while using an app.
Editing the Home touch buttons
You can rearrange the Home touch buttons or add frequently used functions to the Home touch buttons area.
Tap Tools Settings Display Home touch buttons Button combination and customize the settings.
•Several functions, including QSlide, Notification, and Capture+, are provided. A maximum of two additional items can be added.
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Status icons
When there is a notification for an unread message, calendar event or alarm, the status bar displays the corresponding notification icon. Check your device's status by viewing notification icons displayed on the status bar.
No signal
Data is being transmitted over the network
Alarm is set
Vibrate mode is on
Bluetooth is on
Connected to a computer via USB
Battery level
Airplane mode is on
Missed calls
Wi-Fi is connected
Mute mode is on
GPS is on
No SIM card
• Some of these icons may appear differently or may not appear at all, depending on the device's status. Refer to the icons according to the actual environment in which you are using the device.
• Displayed icons may vary, depending on the area or service provider.
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Notifications panel
You can open the notifications panel by dragging the status bar downward on the main screen.
•To open the quick access icons list, drag the notifications panel downwards or tap .
•To rearrange, add, or remove icons, tap EDIT.
•If you touch and hold the icon, the settings screen for the corresponding function appears.
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Switching the screen orientation
You can set the screen orientation to automatically switch, according to the device's physical orientation.
On the notification panel, tap Rotation from the quick access icon list.
Tools Settings Display and activate
Editing the Home screen
On the Home screen, touch and hold on an empty space, then select the desired action from below.
•To rearrange the Home screen canvases, touch and hold on a canvas, then drag it to another location.
•To add a widget to the Home screen, touch and hold on a blank area of the Home screen, then select Widgets.
•To change a theme, touch and hold on a blank area of the Home screen, then select Theme.
You can also tap Tools Settings Theme, then select a theme to apply to the device.
•To configure the Home screen settings, touch and hold on a blank area of the Home screen, then select Home screen settings. See Home screen settings for details.
•To view or reinstall the uninstalled apps, touch and hold on a blank area of the Home screen, then select App trash.
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Viewing the background theme
You can view only the background image by hiding the apps and widgets on the Home screen.
Spread two fingers apart on the Home screen.
•To return to the original screen, which displays apps and widgets, pinch your fingers on the Home screen or tap .
Moving apps on the Home screen
On the Home screen, touch and hold an app, then drag it to another location.
•To keep frequently used apps at the bottom of the Home screen, touch and hold an app, then drag it to the quick access area at the bottom.
•To remove an icon from the quick access area, drag the icon to the Home screen.
Using folders from the Home screen
Creating folders
On the Home screen, touch and hold an app, then drag it over another app.
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• A new folder is created and the apps are added to the folder.
Editing folders
On the Home screen, tap a folder and do one of the following actions.
•To edit the folder name and color, tap the folder name.
•To add apps, touch and hold an app, then drag it over the folder and release it.
•To remove an app from the folder, touch and hold the app and drag it to outside the folder. If there is only one app remaining in the folder, the folder is removed automatically.
•You can also add or remove apps after tapping in the folder.
Home screen settings
You can customize Home screen settings.
1Tap Tools Settings Home screen.
2Customize the following settings:
•Select Home: Select a Home screen mode.
•Wallpaper: Change the Home screen background wallpaper.
•Screen swipe effect: Select an effect to apply when the Home screen canvas switches.
•Icon shape: Choose if you want icons to have square or rounded corners.
•Grid: Change the app arrangement mode for the Home screen.
•Loop Home screen: Enable to allow continuous Home screen scrolling (loop back to first screen after the last screen).
•Search: Use Google to search for contacts, messages, music, and more by swiping down on the Home screen.
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Screen lock
Screen lock overview
Your device's screen turns off and locks itself if you press the Power/ Lock key. This also happens after the device is left idle for a specified period of time.
If you press the Power/Lock key when a screen lock is not set, the Home screen appears immediately.
To ensure security and prevent unwanted access to your device, set a screen lock.
• Screen lock prevents unnecessary touch input on the device screen and reduces battery consumption. We recommend that you activate the screen lock while not using the device.
Setting a screen lock
There are several options available for configuring the screen lock settings.
1Tap Tools Settings Lock screen Select screen lock and then select the method you prefer.
2Choose one of the following settings:
•None: Deactivate the screen lock function.
•Swipe: Swipe on the screen to unlock the screen.
•Pattern: Draw a pattern to unlock the screen.
•PIN: Enter a numeric password to unlock the screen.
•Password: Enter an alphanumeric password to unlock the screen.
• If you incorrectly attempt to unlock the device 5 times, the screen is blocked for 30 seconds.
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Secure start-up settings
When you select Pattern, PIN or Password as a screen lock method, you can configure your device to be locked whenever turning on the device in order to secure your data.
•You cannot use all functions, except for emergency calls, until you unlock the device.
•If you forget your decryption password, you cannot restore encrypted data and personal information.
Lock screen settings
You can customize the following lock screen settings.
1Tap Tools Settings Lock screen.
2Customize the following settings:
•Select screen lock: Select a screen lock method.
•Smart Lock: Select trusted items so that if you are connected to or near one, the device is automatically unlocked.
•Wallpaper: Change the lock screen background wallpaper.
•Clock: Select the position of the clock on the lock screen.
•Shortcuts: Add an app shortcut and directly access the app from the lock screen by dragging the app shortcut.
•Screen swipe effect: Set screen transition effects to apply when the screen is unlocked.
•Contact info for lost phone: Display emergency contact information on the lock screen.
•Lock timer: Set the amount of idle time after which the device automatically locks.
•Power key instantly locks: Instantly lock the screen when the Power/Lock key is pressed.
• Available setting items may vary, depending on the selected screen lock method.
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