LG LM-K300AM4, LM-K300CMR User Manual

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LM-K300AM4

LM-K300CMR

Manuf & Model

User Guide

MFL71722601 (1.0)

www.lg.com

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About this user guide

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•Default apps on the device are subject to updates, and support for these apps may be withdrawn without prior notice.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 the LG Authorized 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.

•Failure to follow the instructions in this guide and improper use may damage the device.

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.

Table of contents

Custom-designed Features

6 Multi-tasking feature

11 Google Assistant

Basic Functions

14Product components and accessories

15Parts overview

18Turning the power on or off

19Installing the SIM card and memory card

21 Removing the memory card

21 Battery

23 Touch screen

26 Home screen

34 Screen lock

38Memory card encryption

39Taking screenshots

39 Entering text

48 Do not disturb

Useful Apps

50 Installing and uninstalling apps

52App Shortcuts

53Phone

57Messaging

58Camera

67Gallery

73Chrome

74Google apps

75QuickMemo+

78Contacts

80Clock

81Calendar

82Music

83LG Mobile Switch

83SmartWorld

84Game Launcher

84Audio Recorder

85Smart cleaning

Table of contents

Settings

87	Settings
87	Network & internet
94	Connected devices

97Sound

98Notifications

98Display

99Wallpaper & theme

100Lock screen & security

101Privacy

102Location

102 Extensions

105Apps

105Battery

106Storage

106Accounts

106Digital Wellbeing & parental controls

107Google

107	System
110	Accessibility

Appendix

114LG Language Settings

114LG Bridge

115Phone software update

117Anti-Theft Guide

118Open Source Software Notice Information

118Regulatory information (FCC ID number, etc.)

119Trademarks

120Laser safety statement

121More information

122FAQ

For Your Safety

LIMITED WARRANTY USA

Table of contents

Custom-designed

Features

Multi-tasking feature

Recent Uses Screen

Swipe the Home button upward and hold to view the recent use history.

Pop-up window

You can open multiple apps on the screen and easily switch between them at any time.

1Swipe up and hold from the bottom of the screen.

2Tap the app icon on the top left of the app screen and select Pop-up window.

•If you tap the app icon, the App info, Multi window, Pop-up window and Pin app options appear.

3The app appears in the form of a pop-up window on the screen.

• This feature may not be available in some apps or screens.

Custom-designed Features

Using the pop-up window

• : Minimizes the pop-up window. The pop-up window is minimized into the app icon floating on the screen, which can be moved anywhere you want.

•: Expands the app to full screen.

• : Closes the app.

•To move the pop-up window: Drag the top of the pop-up window.

•To adjust the size of the pop-up window: Drag the left, right or bottom edge of the pop-up window.

• You can open up to 5 apps using the pop-up windows.

•To select an app from the opened apps, tap one of the pop-up windows. The selected pop-up window comes to the front.

•Pop-up windows cannot be moved to the status bar or navigation bar area.

Custom-designed Features

Using the app folder for pop-up windows

If you tap on the pop-up window, the pop-up window is minimized into the app icon.

You can move the app icon anywhere you want by dragging it.

If two or more pop-up windows are minimized, the app folder is created to contain the app icons.

• The recently-used app icon is used as the app folder icon. If you tab the icon, all the icons for the minimized pop-up windows appear in the app folder.

Custom-designed Features

Pop-up windows apps folder

• If you touch and hold the app folder for pop-up windows and drag the app folder into Remove, the app folder will be removed.

•To remove one of the apps from the app folder, open the app folder and drag the app icon out of the app folder.

Multi window

When using Gestures navigation (by default)

1Swipe up and holdfrom the bottom of the screen.

•Recently-used apps appear.

•If you tap the app icon, the App info, Multi window, Pop-up window and Pin app options appear.

2Tap the app icon on the top left of the app to be displayed in the multiwindow and select Multi window.

•The selected app appears at the top half of the screen.

3Tap the other app to be displayed in the multi window.

•The selected app appears at the bottom half of the screen.

Custom-designed Features

When using Buttons only navigation

1Tap on the navigation bar.

•Recently-used apps appear.

•If you tap the app icon, the App info, Multi window, Pop-up window and Pin app options appear.

2Tap the app icon on the top left of the app to be displayed in the multiwindow and select .

•The selected app appears at the top half of the screen.

3Tap the other app to be displayed in the multi window.

• To adjust the size of the split screen, drag the bar on the center of the screen.

•To deactivate the multi window feature, drag the center bar up or down to the end of the screen.

•The multi window feature is not supported in some LG apps or apps downloaded from Play Store.

Custom-designed Features

Google Assistant

Google Assistant overview

Your device has the built-in Google Assistant feature. Find answers and get things done while on-the-go.

• To use this feature, first connect to the network and sign in to your Google Account.

1Press the Google Assistant key on the left side of the device. or

Swipe diagonally from a bottom edge of the screen.

2Follow the on-screen instructions.

•The device saves your voice data for recognition.

3Set whether to use the voice match unlock function.

•If you use the voice match unlock function, you can unlock the device even when the device screen is turned off or the device is charging by saying “OK Google” or “Hey Google.”.

Custom-designed Features

• For stronger security, it is advisable to use Pattern, PIN, or Password.

•When a similar voice or your recorded voice is used, the screen may be unlocked.

•To use this feature, tap Settings Lock screen & security Secure lock settings Smart Lock, and then use the screen lock method you set to unlock the device. Tap Voice Match, then tap Unlock with Voice

Match , then enter the currently used unlock method again. Note that Swipe is excluded.

•You need to unlock the device by using the specified method if you fail to unlock the device with voice recognition. See Setting a screen lock for details.

4 Tap Save.

Accessing by Voice

1When the home screen is turned off or locked, say “OK Google” or

“Hey Google”.

2When the Google Assistant screen appears, say a command or ask a question.

Accessing from Home Screen or Any Other Screen

1Press the Google Assistant key on the left side of the device. or

Swipe diagonally from a bottom edge of the screen.

2 Say a command or question when you see	on the bottom of the
screen.

• Voice recognition accuracy may decrease if you speak with an unclear voice or in a noisy place. When you use the voice recognition feature, increase its accuracy by speaking with a clear voice in a quiet place.

Custom-designed Features

Basic Functions

Product components and accessories

The following items are included with your device.

•	Device	•	Quick Start Guide
•	USB cable	•	Ejection pin
•	Charger

• The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the area and service provider.

•Do not use unapproved USB cables or chargers with your device. The LG limited warranty does not cover damage caused by the use of third party accessories.

•Some of the device parts are made of tempered glass. If you drop your device on a hard surface or subject it to severe impact, the tempered glass may be damaged. If this happens, stop using your device immediately and contact the LG Authorized Service Center.

• If any of these basic items are missing, contact the dealer from which you purchased your device.

•To purchase additional basic items, contact the LG Authorized Service Center.

•To purchase optional items, contact the LG Authorized 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.

Basic Functions

Parts overview

Earpice

Volume keys (+/-)

Google Assistant key

SIM/Memory card tray

Microphone

Rear camera lenses

Proximity/Ambient light sensor

Front camera lens Power/Lock key

Touch screen

Flash

	Speaker	Stereo headset jack
	Speaker	Charger/USB cable port
		Charger/USB cable port

•Press and hold the volume down key and Power/Lock key at the same time for a second to take a screenshot.

Basic Functions

Do NOT attempt to remove the back cover.

This device has a non-removable battery. Do not attempt to remove the back cover. Doing so may severely damage the battery and device, which could cause overheating, fire, and injury.

•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 Camera, gently press a Volume key to take a photo. To take continuous 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 Screen-off memo.

•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.

•Google Assistant key

-- Activate Google assistant. See Google Assistant for details.

Basic Functions

• Some functions may be restricted for access, depending on the device specifications.

•Do not put heavy objects on the device or sit on it. Failure to do 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.

Hold the device correctly as shown below. If you cover the microphone hole with a hand, finger, or protective case while using the device, you may sound unclear during a call.

Good example

Bad example

Microphone

Do not cover the microphone.

Basic Functions

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 smart phone may be longer than usual.

Turning the power off

Press and hold the Power/Lock key, then select Power off.

Restarting the device

When the device is not working properly or does not respond, restart it by following the instructions below.

1Press and hold the Power/Lock key and the Volume Down key at the same time until the power is turned off.

2When the device restarts, release the key.

Power control options

Press and hold the Power/Lock key, then select an option.

•Power off: Turn the device off.

•Restart: Restart the device.

Basic Functions

Installing the SIM card and memory card

Insert the SIM card from your mobile service provider and the separately purchased memory card into the device.

• Be careful with the ejection pin since it has a sharp edge.

• In order for the water-resistant and dust-resistant features to work effectively, the card tray must be inserted correctly.

1Insert the ejection pin into the hole in the card tray and then pull out the card tray from the device.

2Place the SIM card and/or memory card on the card tray and then insert the card tray into the device in the direction of the arrow.

for SIM card

for memory card

(optional-sold separately)

Basic Functions

• This device supports only Nano SIM cards.

Nano Micro Standard

•For problem-free performance, it is recommended to use the phone with the correct type of SIM card. Always use a factory-made SIM card supplied by the service provider.

•Do not lose your SIM card. LG is not responsible for damage and other issues caused by loss or transfer of a SIM card.

•Be careful not to damage the SIM card when you insert or remove it.

•When you insert the SIM card or memory card, place it on the card tray correctly.

•When you insert the card tray back into the device, insert it horizontally in the direction of arrow as shown in the figure. Make sure that the card placed on the card tray does not move out of its position.

•Insert the SIM card with the gold-colored contacts facing downwards.

•Be sure to insert the SIM card into the device by following the instructions in the user manual.

•If you insert to or remove the card tray from the device, be careful not to let water or other liquids enter into the card tray. If a wet card tray or card is inserted into the device, your device may get damaged.

•Memory card is an optional item.

•Frequent writing and erasing of data may shorten the memory card lifespan.

•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.

Basic Functions

Removing the memory card

Unmount the memory card before removing it for safety.

1On the home screen, tap Settings Storage .

2Insert the ejection pin into the hole in the card tray and then pull out the card tray from the device.

3Remove the memory card from the card tray.

4Insert the card tray back into the slot.

• 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.

Battery

Charging the battery

Before using the device, fully charge the battery.

Charging cable terminal

Basic Functions

•Ensure that the inside of the device does not make contact with a metallic object or water.

•Do not charge while the device or charging cable is wet or contains moisture. This can cause fire, electric shock, injury or damage to device. If there is moisture, stop using the device immediately and remove the moisture completely.

•Do not use unapproved USB cables or chargers with your device. The LG limited warranty does not cover damage caused by the use of third party accessories.

•Using the device when it is charging may cause electric shock. To use the device, stop charging it.

•Remove the charger from the power socket after the device is fully charged. This prevents unnecessary power consumption.

•Another way to charge the battery is by connecting a USB cable between the device and a desktop or laptop computer. This may take a longer time than plugging the adapter to a wall outlet.

•Do not charge the battery by using a USB hub that is unable to maintain the rated voltage. Charging may fail or unintentionally stop.

•Since the battery is a consumable, the battery life may be shortened as time goes.

Basic Functions

Using the battery efficiently

Battery lifespan may decrease if you keep many apps and functions running simultaneously and continuously.

Cancel background operations to increase battery life. To minimize battery consumption, follow these tips:

•Turn off the Bluetooth® or Wi-Fi network function when not using them.

•Set the screen timeout to as short a time as possible.

•Minimize the screen brightness.

•Set a screen lock when the device is not in use.

•Check the battery level while using any downloaded apps.

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.

Double-tapping

Tap twice quickly to zoom in or out on a web page or map.

Basic Functions

Dragging

Touch and hold 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.

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.

Basic Functions

•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 desired option.

•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.

•Displaying a static image for extended periods of time may result in after-images or screen burn-in. Turn off the screen or avoid displaying the same image for a long time when you do not use the device.

Basic Functions

Home screen

Home screen overview

The Home screen is the starting point for accessing various functions and apps on your device. Swipe up from the bottom edge of 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

Navigation bar

• The Home screen may differ depending on the manufacturer policy, user settings, software version or service provider.

Basic Functions

•Status bar: View status icons, the time and the battery level.

•Weather widget: View the information of weather and time for a specific area.

•Google Search widget: Type or speak to open Google Search.

•Folder: You can create folders to classify the app based on desired criteria.

•Page icon: Display the total number of Home screen canvases. You can tap the desired page icon to go to the page. 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.

•Navigation bar: Use some gestures to go to the Home screen, previous screen, Overview screen, or quickly switch between apps.

Using Navigation bar

Here is the gestures guide to control the Navigation bar.

•To go to Home screen, swipe up from the bottom edge of the screen.

•To go back to the previous screen, swipe in from the left or right edge of the screen.

•To go to Overview screen, swipe up and hold from the bottom edge of the screen.

•To quickly switch between apps, swipe right at the bottom edge of the screen to go to previously used apps.

• Gestures is the default for the Navigation bar. To change it to Buttons only / / , tap Settings Display Navigation bar, then select Buttons only.

Basic Functions

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

Hotspot 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 and area in which you are using the device and your service provider.

• Displayed icons may vary, depending on the area or service provider.

Basic Functions

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