LG LM-X212TA User Guide

USER GUIDE

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LM-X212TA

OS: Android Oreo

MFL70582202 (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these apps may be withdrawn without prior notice.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 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.

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

NOTE: Notices or additional information.

device.

Table of contents

Custom-designed Features

6 Face recognition 10 Multi-tasking feature 12 quick share 13 Gallery features 17 Google Assistant

Basic Functions

19 Product components and

accessories

20 Parts overview 22 Turning the power on or off 23 Installing the SIM card 25 Inserting the memory card 26 Removing the memory card 26 Battery 30 Touch screen

33 Home screen 42 Screen lock 45 Memory card encryption 46 Taking screenshots 46 Entering text 52 Do not disturb

Useful Apps

55 Installing and uninstalling

apps

56 App trash 57 App Shortcuts 58 Phone 62 Messaging 63 Camera 71 Gallery 74 Chrome 74 Contacts 77 Music 78 Calculator 78 Audio Recorder 79 FM Radio

79 File Manager 79 Smart cleaning 80 LG Mobile Switch 80 Downloads 81 Clock 82 QuickMemo+ 84 Email 85 LG SmartWorld 85 Google Apps

Appendix

111 LG Bridge 112 Phone software update 114 Anti-Theft Guide 115 Open Source Software Notice

Information

116 More information 118 FAQ

Phone Settings

89 Settings 89 Network 98 Sound 99 Display 100 General

For Your Safety

LIMITED WARRANTY USA

4Table of contents

Custom-designed Features

Face recognition

Face recognition overview

You can unlock the screen by using face recognition.

• This feature may be more vulnerable to security than the other

screen locks, such as a Pattern, PIN, and Password.

• When a similar face or a photo of your face is used, the screen may

be unlocked.

• The recognized facial data is securely stored in your device.

• If the device cannot detect your face, or you forget the screen lock

set for your device, visit the nearest LG Customer Service Center with your device and ID card.

• To save power, the face recognition feature will not work when the

battery level is below 5%.

Precautions for face recognition

Face recognition accuracy may decrease in the following cases. To increase its accuracy, check the following before using the device.

• When your face is covered with a hat, eyeglasses, or mask, or your

face is significantly different due to heavy makeup or beard.

• When there are fingerprints or foreign substances on the front

of the camera lens, or your device cannot detect your face due to excessively bright or dark conditions.

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Registering facial data

Before using the face recognition feature, register your facial data on your device.

Tap Settings General Lock screen & security Face

Recognition.

• To use this feature, the screen lock must be set with a Pattern, PIN,

or Password.

• When the screen lock is not set, register the data by following the

on-screen instructions. See

Raise your device in the front of your eyes.

• Register your face in a room that is not too bright or dark.

• Position your entire face inside the guideline on the screen, and

then adjust it by slowly moving up, down, left, or right.

When the face registration is done, tap OK.

Setting a screen lock

for details.

Unlocking the screen with your face

You can unlock the screen with your face instead of a Pattern, PIN, or Password.

Tap Settings General Lock screen & security Select

screen lock.

Unlock the screen according to the specified method.

Tap Allow face recognition to unlock the screen with your

face.

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Improving the face recognition

You can add facial data in various conditions to improve face recognition.

Tap Settings General Lock screen & security Face

Recognition.

Unlock the screen according to the specified method.

Select Improve face recognition.

When the face registration is done, tap OK.

Deleting facial data

You can delete the registered facial data and register it again if the face recognition does not work properly.

Tap Settings General Lock screen & security Face

Recognition.

Unlock the screen according to the specified method.

Select Delete face to delete the facial data.

Unlocking the screen with your face when the screen is turned off

With the screen turned off, raise the device in front of your face to unlock the screen.

To deactivate this feature, follow the instruction below.

Tap Settings General Lock screen & security Face

Recognition.

Unlock the screen according to the specified method.

Tap Allow when screen is off to deactivate the feature.

• The face recognition feature is available only when the screen

is locked.

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Swiping to unlock after face recognized

After your device recognizes your face, you must swipe the screen to unlock.

Tap Settings General Lock screen & security Face

Recognition.

Unlock the screen according to the specified method.

Tap Swipe to unlock after face recognized to activate the

feature.

Enhancing the face recognition

You can prevent your device from being unlocked by photos, images, or videos.

Tap Settings General Lock screen & security Face

Recognition.

Unlock the screen according to the specified method.

Tap Advanced face recognition to activate the feature.

• Face recognition speed may decrease when you activate this

feature.

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Multi-tasking feature

Multi-Window

You can use two apps at the same time by separating the screen into multiple windows.

Tap from the Home touch buttons.

• Recently-used apps appear.

Tap at the top of the desired app to use the Multi-Window

feature.

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

You can also access this feature by doing the following:

Touch and hold while using an app.

• Recently-used apps appear on the split screen.

Tap at the top of the desired app to use the Multi-Window

feature.

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

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• To deactivate the Multi-Window feature, touch and hold on the

Home touch button.

• To adjust the size of the split screen, drag

screen.

• The Multi-Window feature is not supported by some LG apps and

apps downloaded from Play Store.

at the center of the

Overview screen

The Overview screen provides a preview of your recently-used apps. To view the list of recently-used apps, tap

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 top of each app preview.

on the Home touch

at the

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quick share

quick share icon

You can share a photo or video to the desired app immediately after taking it.

Tap , then take a photo or record a video.

Tap 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.

• 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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Gallery features

Floating button

You can use the floating button at the lower part of the Gallery app screen in landscape mode.

• After dragging the

button to return to the Home screen.

the

• You can drag the button to the left or right to move the

floating button as desired.

button upwards, release it when you reach

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Creating a movie

You can create a new movie by putting images and videos together.

Tap

Select images or videos for your movie and tap NEXT.

Edit the selected images and videos and then tap SAVE.

select an album, and then tap

Deleting files

You can select images or videos to delete from your video by tapping

at the top right corner of its thumbnail.

Create movie.

Adding files

You can select images or videos to add after tapping at the bottom of the screen. You can also select the images or videos you have already previously added.

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Rearranging files

To rearrange the images and videos, touch and hold the file you want to move, then drag it to the desired location.

Adding file effects

Tap to add a theme or background music, change the font, and add a title and author.

• Download the VASSET app from Play Store to add video themes,

background music or font faces. If you use mobile data without connecting to a Wi-Fi network, you

may be charged for data usage.

Resetting the movie edits

You can reset the edits made to the movie (e.g. play time, theme, background music and font effect) by tapping

Previewing a file

Check your new video before saving it by tapping . After the playback time elapses, the next file is played automatically.

• A maximum of 50 images and videos can be used to create a video.

• The playback time for an image is 3 seconds by default and it

cannot be changed. Videos can be trimmed down to a minimum of 1 second.

• This feature may not support some image or video formats.

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Making a GIF file

You can easily make a GIF file using previously recorded video.

At the desired starting point while watching a video, tap .

Select the length of the GIF you want to create.

• The GIF file is generated for the time selected from the current

time.

• For videos less than 5 seconds, GIF images are automatically

generated for the remaining time.

• You may use this feature solely for creative purposes. The use of

this feature involving infringement of any other person’s rights, such as copyright or defamatory or offensive statements, may be subject to civil, criminal, or administrative liabilities and/or penalties under applicable laws. You shall not copy, reproduce, distribute, or otherwise make illegal use of any copyrighted materials without permission of the rightful owner or copyright holder. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, LG Electronics disclaims all expressed and implied warranties as well as liabilities associated thereto.

You can also create a GIF file from Gallery.

While viewing an album, tap Create GIF.

Select the desired photos to create a GIF file and then tap NEXT.

• You can add more images and adjust the GIF speed, screen

ratio, and file order.

Tap SAVE.

• A maximum of 100 images can be used to create a GIF file.

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Google Assistant

You can manage tasks, plan your day, get answers, and much more.

• To use this feature, first connect to the network and sign in to your

Google account.

Launching Google Assistant

Press and hold from the Home screen to launch Google

Assistant.

Follow the on-screen instructions to configure the voice settings.

• The device saves your voice data for recognition.

Launching Google Assistant with your voice

Say “Ok Google” when the screen is turned on or locked.

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

the screen.

Launching Google Assistant from the Home screen

Touch and hold from the Home 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.

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Basic Functions

Product components and accessories

The following items are included with your device.

• Device

• Battery

• USB cable

• 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.

• Charger

• Quick Start Guide

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Parts overview

Proximity/Ambient light

Earpiece

Rear camera lens

sensor

Front camera lens

Microphone

Touch screen

Stereo headset jack

Power/Lock key

Flash

Speaker

Microphone

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 smart phone 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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Installing the SIM card

Insert the SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card provided by your service provider to start using your device.

To remove the back cover, hold the phone firmly in one hand. With

your other hand, lift off the back cover with your thumbnail as shown in the figure below.

Slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot with the gold-colored

contacts facing downwards.

SIM card

Lower slot

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• 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.

To remove the SIM card

Push the pin on the left of the SIM card slot downwards, as indicated in the image below.

Precautions when using the SIM card

• 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.

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Inserting the memory card

The device can support up to a 32 GB microSD card. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory card may not be compatible with your device.

To remove the back cover, hold the phone firmly in one hand. With

your other hand, lift off the back cover with your thumbnail as shown in the figure below.

Insert the memory card into the memory card slot.

Memory card (optional)

Upper slot

• 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.

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

lifespan.

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Removing the memory card

Unmount the memory card before removing it for safety.

Tap Settings General Storage .

Remove the back cover and pull out 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.

Battery

Installing the battery

To remove the back cover, hold the phone firmly in one hand. With

your other hand, lift off the back cover with your thumbnail as shown in the figure below.

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Insert the battery.

To replace the cover onto the device, align the back cover over the

battery compartment and press it down until it clicks into place.

• Follow the instructions in this user guide cautiously when handling

the device. Failure to do so may damage the device or cause injury to yourself or others.

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Removing the battery

Open the back cover and pull out the battery.

• Turn off the device before removing the battery. Failure to do so

may damage the device.

Charging the battery

Before using the device, fully charge the battery.

• Make sure to use the USB cable provided with your device.

• Make sure to use an LG-approved charger, battery 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.

• Remove the charger from the power socket after the device is fully

charged. This prevents unnecessary power consumption.

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Precautions when using the device

• When replacing the battery, take extra care to ensure that no

foreign substances or water enter the device.

• Ensure that the inside of the device does not make contact with a

metallic object or water.

• Make sure to use the USB cable provided; do not use third party

USB cables or chargers with your device. The LG limited warranty does not cover the use of third party accessories.

• Failure to follow the instructions in this guide and improper use

may damage the device.

Using the battery efficiently

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

Stop apps and functions from running in the background 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 used.

• Check the battery usage details and close any downloaded apps

that are draining the battery.

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