LG US215 Users manual

USER GUIDE

LG-US215

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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.

ŢAlways use genuine LG accessories. The supplied items are

designed only for this device and may not be compatible with
other devices.

ŢThis device is not suitable for people who have a visual impairment

due to the touchscreen keyboard.

ŢDescriptions are based on the device default settings.

Ţ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these apps may be withdrawn without prior notice.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.

Ţ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 licence
agreement and void your warranty.

Ţ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.

ŢSoftware, audio, wallpaper, images, and other media supplied with

your device are licenced 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.

ŢAdditional charges may incur for data services, such as messaging,

uploading,downloading, auto-syncing and location services. To
void 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

CAUTION: Situations that may cause minor injury or damage to the

NOTE: Notices or additional information.

parties.

device.

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Table of contents

01

Custom-designed
Features

6 Multi-tasking feature

8 quick share

02

Basic Functions

10 Product components and

accessories

11 Parts overview

13 Turning the power on or off

14 Installing the SIM card

15 Inserting the memory card

17 Removing the memory card

17 Battery

21 Touch screen

25 Home screen

32 Screen lock

35 Memory card encryption

36 Taking screenshots

37 Entering text

43 Do not disturb

3

03

04

Useful Apps

45 Installing and uninstalling

apps

46 Uninstalled apps

47 Phone

51 Messaging

52 Camera

59 Gallery

62 Email

63 Calendar

64 QuickMemo+

66 Calculator

67 Clock

68 Downloads

68 File Manager

68 FM Radio

69 Tasks

69 Voice Recorder

70 Contacts

72 Music

73 LG SmartWorld

74 LG Backup

75 Facebook

75 Instagram

75 Chrome

75 Google apps

Phone Settings

78 Settings

78 Networks

87 Sound & notification

88 Display

89 General

05

Appendix

98 Phone software update

100 FAQ

103 Anti-Theft Guide

104 More information

06

For Your Safety

07

LIMITED WARRANTY
STATEMENT

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01

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
then select an app from the recently-used apps list.

ŢYou can use two apps at the same time.

ŢTo stop the Multi-Window feature, touch and hold

ŢThe Multi-Window feature is not supported by some apps,

including downloaded apps.

from the Home touch buttons,

.

Custom-designed Features 6

Overview screen

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

buttons.

Ţ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

Custom-designed Features 7

quick share

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

Tap , then take a photo or record a video.

1

Tap the app icon that appears on the screen to share it using that

2

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

Ţ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.

Custom-designed Features 8

02

Basic Functions

Product components and
accessories

The following items are included with your device.

ŢDevice

ŢBattery

ŢUSB cable

ŢThe items supplied with the device and any available accessories

may vary depending on the area and service provider.

Ţ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.

ŢIf any of these basic items are missing, contact the dealer from

which you purchased your device.

ŢTo purchase additional basic items, contact an LG Customer Service

Center.

ŢTo purchase optional items, contact an LG Customer Service Center

for available dealers.

ŢSome items in the product box are subject to change without

notice.

ŢThe appearance and specifications of your device are subject to

change without notice.

ŢDevice specifications may vary depending on the area or service

provider.

ŢBe sure to use authentic accessories provided by LG Electronics.

Using third-party accessories may damage the device or cause
malfunctions.

ŢRemove the protective film on the camera lens if necessary.

ŢCharger

ŢQuick Start Guide

Basic Functions 10

Parts overview

Proximity/Ambient
light sensor

Front camera lens

Stereo headset jack Microphone

Flash

Power/Lock key

Earpiece

Microphone

Touch screen

Rear camera lens

Volume keys (+/-)

Speaker

Charger/USB cable port

Basic Functions 11

Ţ

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.

Ţ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+.

Ţ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.

ŢSome functions may be restricted for access, depending on the

device specifications.

ŢDo not put heavy objects on the device or sit on it. Doing so may

damage the touch screen.

ŢScreen-protective film or accessories may interfere with the

proximity sensor.

ŢIf your device is wet or is being used in a humid place, the touch

screen or buttons may not function properly.

Basic Functions 12

Turning the power on or off

Turning the power on

When the power is turned off, press and hold the Power/Lock key.

Ţ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.

ŢPower off: Turn off the device.

ŢPower off and restart: Restart the device.

ŢTurn on Airplane mode: Block telecommunication-related

functions, including making phone calls, messaging and browsing
the Internet. Other functions remain available.

Basic Functions 13

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

1

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

2

contacts facing downwards.

Lower slot

SIM card

Basic Functions 14

ŢThis device supports only Nano SIM cards.

Ţ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.

Precautions when using the SIM card

ŢDo not lose your SIM card. LG is not responsible for damage and

other issues caused by loss or transfer of a SIM card.

ŢBe careful not to damage the SIM card when you insert or remove

it.

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

1

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

Basic Functions 15

Insert the memory card into the memory card slot.

2

Ţ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.

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

lifespan.

Upper slot

Memory card
(optional)

Basic Functions 16

Removing the memory card

Unmount the memory card before removing it for safety.

Tap Settings General Storage .

1

Remove the back cover and pull out the memory card.

2

Ţ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

1

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

Basic Functions 17

Insert the battery.

2

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

3

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

Ţ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.

Basic Functions 18

Removing the battery

Open the back cover and pull out the battery.

Ţ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.

Basic Functions 19

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

Ţ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.

ŢUsing the device when it is charging may cause electric shock. To

use the device, stop charging it.

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

charged. This prevents unnecessary power consumption.

Ţ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 charging the battery in the common way.

ŢDo not charge the battery by using a USB hub that is unable to

maintain the rated voltage. Charging may fail or unintentionally
stop.

Precautions when using the device

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

foreign substances or water enter the device.

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

metallic object or water.

Ţ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.

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

may damage the device.

Basic Functions 20

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:

ŢTurn off the Bluetooth®

.

them

ŢSet the screen timeout to as short a time as possible.

ŢMinimize the screen brightness.

ŢSet a screen lock when the device is not used.

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

that are draining the battery.

or Wi-Fi network function when not using

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.

Basic Functions 21

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.

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.

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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.

ŢDo not expose the touch screen to excessive physical shock. You

might damage the touch sensor.

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ŢA touch screen failure may occur if you use the device near a

magnetic, metallic or conductive material.

Ţ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.

ŢDo not press the screen with excessive force.

ŢGently tap with your fingertip on the option you want.

ŢThe touch control may not work properly if you tap while wearing a

glove or by using the tip of your fingernail.

ŢTouch control may not work properly if the screen is moist or wet.

Ţ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.

Basic Functions 24

Home screen

Home screen overview

The Home screen is the starting point for accessing various functions
and apps on your device. Tap
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.

ŢThe Home screen may vary, depending on the service provider or

software version.

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

ŢWeather widget: View the weather information and time for a

specific area.

on any screen to directly go to the

Basic Functions 25

Ţ

Google search widget: Perform a Google search by inputting
spoken or written keywords.

ŢFolder: Create folders to group apps by your preferences.

Ţ 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.

ŢQuick access area: Fix main apps at the bottom of the screen so

that they can be accessed from any Home screen canvas.

Ţ 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 search,

-
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.

Settings Display Home touch buttons Button

Tap
combination and customize the settings.

ŢSeveral functions, including Notification panel and Capture+, are

provided. A maximum of two items can be added.

Basic Functions 26

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

Ţ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.

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

Basic Functions 27

Notifications panel

You can open the notifications panel by dragging the status bar
downward on the main screen.

ŢTo open the quick access icons list, drag the notifications panel

downwards or tap

ŢIf you touch and hold an icon, the settings screen for the

corresponding function appears.

ŢTo rearrange, add, or remove icons, tap EDIT.

.

Basic Functions 28

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.
You can also tap

screen.

Settings Display and activate Auto-rotate

Editing the Home screen

On the Home screen, touch and hold on an empty space, then select
the desired action from below.

Ţ To rearrange the Home screen canvases, touch and hold on a

canvas, then drag it to another location.

ŢTo add a widget to the Home screen, touch and hold on a blank

area of the Home screen, then select Widgets.

ŢTo change a theme, touch and hold on a blank area of the Home

screen, then select Theme.

You can also tap
theme to apply to the device.

Ţ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

ŢTo view or reinstall the uninstalled apps, touch and hold on a blank

area of the Home screen, then select Uninstalled apps.

Settings Display Theme, then select a

for details.

Basic Functions 29

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.

Ţ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.

Ţ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.

ŢTo remove an icon from the quick access area, drag the icon to the

Home screen.

Basic Functions 30

Using folders from the Home screen

Creating folders

On the Home screen, touch and hold an app, then drag it over
another app.

Ţ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.

Ţ To edit the folder name and color, tap the folder name.

ŢTo add apps, touch and hold an app, then drag it over the folder

and release it.

Ţ 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.

ŢYou can also add or remove apps after tapping

in the folder.

Home screen settings

You can customize Home screen settings.

Tap Settings Display Home screen.

1

Customize the following settings:

2

ŢSelect Home: Select a Home screen mode.

ŢWallpaper: Change the Home screen background wallpaper.

ŢScreen swipe effect: Select an effect to apply when the Home

screen canvas switches.

ŢSort apps by: Set how apps are sorted on the Home screen.

ŢGrid: Change the app arrangement mode for the Home screen.

ŢHide apps: Select which apps you want to hide from the Home

screen.

Basic Functions 31

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.

Ţ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.

Configuring the screen lock settings

There are several options available for configuring the screen lock
settings.

Tap Settings Display Lock screen Select screen lock

1

and then select the method you prefer.

Customize the following settings:

2

ŢNone: Deactivate the screen lock function.

Ţ Swipe: Swipe on the screen to unlock the screen.

ŢKnock Code: Tap the spaces of the screen in accordance with a

pattern to unlock the screen.

Ţ Pattern: Draw a pattern to unlock the screen.

Ţ PIN: Enter a numeric password to unlock the screen.

Ţ Password: Enter an alphanumeric password to unlock the

screen.

Ţ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 Knock Code, 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.

ŢYou cannot use all functions, except for emergency calls, until you

unlock the device.

Ţ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.

Tap Settings Display Lock screen.

1

Customize the following settings:

2

ŢSelect screen lock: Select a screen lock method.

ŢSmart Lock: Select trusted items so that if you are connected

to or near one, the device is automatically unlocked.

ŢWallpaper: Change the lock screen background wallpaper.

ŢClock: Select the position of the clock on the lock screen.

ŢShortcuts: Add an app shortcut and directly access the app

from the lock screen by dragging the app shortcut.

ŢScreen swipe effect: Set screen transition effects when the

screen is unlocked.

ŢContact info for lost phone: Display emergency contact

information on the lock screen.

ŢLock timer: Set the amount of idle time after which the device

automatically locks.

ŢPower key instantly locks: Instantly lock the screen when the

Power/Lock key is pressed.

ŢAvailable setting items may vary, depending on the selected screen

lock method.

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KnockON

You can turn the screen on or off by double-tapping the screen.

ŢThis option is available only on the Home screen provided by LG. It

may not function properly on a custom launcher or on the Home
screen installed by the user.

ŢWhen tapping the screen, use your fingertip. Do not use a

fingernail.

ŢTo use the KnockON feature, make sure that the proximity/light

sensor is not blocked by a sticker or any other foreign substance.

Turning on the screen

Double-tap the middle of the screen.

ŢTapping the top or bottom of the screen may decrease the

recognition rate.

Turning off the screen

Double-tap on an empty space on the Home screen.
You can also double-tap an empty space on the status bar.

Knock Code

You can unlock the screen by creating your own Knock Code. When
the screen is locked, you can directly access the Home screen by
tapping the screen in a specified sequence.

ŢYou can use your Knock Code together with the KnockOn feature.

ŢMake sure to use your fingertip when tapping the screen.

Basic Functions 34

Creating a Knock Code

Tap Settings Display Lock screen Select screen lock

1

Knock Code.

Tap the squares in a pattern of your choice to create a Knock

2

Code and tap NEXT.

Input the created Knock Code again for verification, then tap

3

CONFIRM.

Unlocking the screen with a Knock Code

Unlock the screen by inputting the Knock Code you have created.
Input your Knock Code on the touch screen when the screen is

turned off.

ŢIt is also possible to enter a Knock Code when the lock screen is

turned on.

Memory card encryption

You can encrypt and protect data saved on the memory card. The
encrypted data in the memory card cannot be accessed from another
device.

Tap Settings General Security Encrypt SD card.

1

Read the on-screen overview of memory card encryption and then

2

tap CONTINUE to continue.

Select an option and tap ENCRYPT NOW.

3

ŢNew data encryption: Encrypt only data that is saved on the

memory card after encryption.

ŢFull encryption: Encrypt all the data currently saved on the

memory card.

ŢExclude media files: Encrypt all files, except for media files

such as music, photos and videos.

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ŢTo encrypt the memory card, make sure that a screen lock is set

using a PIN or password.

Ţ Once memory card encryption starts, some functions are not

available.

ŢIf the device is turned off while encryption is underway, the

encryption process will fail, and some data may be damaged.
Therefore, be sure to check that the battery level is sufficient
before starting encryption.

Ţ Encrypted files are accessible only from the device where the files

were encrypted.

Ţ The encrypted memory card cannot be used on another LG device.

To use the encrypted memory card on another mobile device,
format the card.

Ţ You can activate memory card encryption even when no memory

card is installed into the device. Any memory card that is installed
after encryption will automatically be encrypted.

Taking screenshots

You can take screenshots of the current screen you are viewing.

Via a shortcut

Press and hold the Power/Lock key and the Volume Down (-) key at
the same time for at least two seconds.

Ţ Screenshots can be viewed from the Screenshots folder in the

Gallery.

Via Capture+

On the screen where you want to take a screenshot, drag the status
bar downwards, then tap

Ţ When the screen is turned off or locked, you can access Capture+

by pressing the Volume Up (+) key twice. To use this feature, tap

Settings General and turn on Shortcut keys.

Ţ See

Writing notes on a screenshot

Basic Functions 36

.

for details.

Entering text

Using the Smart keyboard

You can use the Smart keyboard to enter and edit text.
With the Smart keyboard, you can view text as you type without

bothering to alternate between the screen and a conventional
keyboard. This allows you to easily find and correct errors when
typing.

Moving the cursor

With the Smart keyboard, you can move the cursor to the exact
position you want. When typing text, touch and hold on the space
bar and then drag left or right.

ŢThis option is available only on the QWERTY keyboard.

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Suggesting words

Smart keyboard automatically analyzes your usage patterns to
suggest frequently used words as you type. The longer you use your
device, the more precise the suggestions are.

Enter text, then tap a suggested word.

Ţ The selected word is automatically entered. You do not need to

manually type every letter of the word.

Changing the QWERTY keyboard layout

You can add, delete or rearrange keys on the bottom row of the
keyboard.

Tap Settings General Language & keyboard LG

1

Keyboard
layout.

You can also tap
and layout

Touch and hold a key on the bottom row, then drag it to another

2

position.

Keyboard height and layout QWERTY keyboard

on the keyboard and tap Keyboard height

QWERTY keyboard layout.

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Ţ This option is available on the QWERTY, QWERTZ and AZERTY

keyboards.

Ţ This function may not be supported for some languages.

Customizing the keyboard height

You can customize the keyboard height to maximize hand comfort
when typing.

Tap Settings General Language & keyboard LG

1

Keyboard
You can also tap
and layout

Adjust the keyboard height.

2

Keyboard height and layout Keyboard height.

on the keyboard and tap Keyboard height

Keyboard height.

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Selecting a landscape keyboard mode

You can select a landscape keyboard mode from several choices.

Tap Settings General Language & keyboard LG

1

Keyboard
landscape.

You can also tap
and layout

Select a keyboard mode.

2

Keyboard height and layout Keyboard type in

on the keyboard and tap Keyboard height

Keyboard type in landscape.

Splitting the keyboard

You can split the keyboard in half and place each piece on either side
of the screen when the screen is in landscape mode.

Settings General Language & keyboard LG Keyboard

Tap

Keyboard height and layout Split keyboard.

You can also tap

Split keyboard.

layout

ŢRotate the device to landscape mode to split the keyboard to both

sides. To merge or split the keyboard, pinch together or spread
apart your fingers on the keyboard.

on the keyboard and tap Keyboard height and

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One-handed operation mode

You can move the keyboard to one side of the screen so that you can
use the keyboard with one hand.

Tap Settings General Language & keyboard LG

1

Keyboard
operation.

You can also tap
and layout

Press the arrow displayed next to the keyboard to move the

2

keyboard in the direction you want.

Keyboard height and layout One-handed

on the keyboard and tap Keyboard height

One-handed operation.

Entering text by using voice

On the keyboard, tap touch and hold and then select .

Ţ To maximize the voice command recognition, speak clearly.

Ţ To enter text with your voice, make sure that your device is

connected to a network.

ŢTo select the language for voice recognition, tap

on the voice recognition screen.

ŢThis function may be not supported, or the supported languages

may differ depending on the service area.

Languages

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Adding languages to the keyboard

You can make additional languages available for keyboard input.

Tap Settings General Language & keyboard LG

1

Keyboard

Select the languages you want to make available.

2

Select languages.

Copy and Paste

You can cut or copy text from an app, and then paste the text into
the same app. Or you can run other apps and paste the text into
them.

Touch and hold around the text you want to copy or cut.

1

Drag / to specify the area to copy or cut.

2

Select either CUT or COPY.

3

Ţ Cut or copied text is automatically added to the clipboard.

Touch and hold the text input window, then select PASTE.

4

Ţ If there is no item that has been copied or cut, the PASTE option

will not appear.

Clip Tray

If you copy or cut an image or text, it is automatically saved to the clip
tray and can be pasted to any space at any time.

On the keyboard, touch and hold and select .

1

You can also touch and hold the text input window, then select
CLIP TRAY.

Select and paste an item from the clip tray.

2

Ţ A maximum of 20 items can be saved to the clip tray.

to lock saved items in order not to delete them, even

ŢTap

when the maximum quantity is exceeded. A maximum of ten
items can be locked. To delete locked items, unlock them first.

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Ţ

Tap to delete the items saved to the clip tray.

ŢThe clip tray may not be supported by some downloaded apps.

Do not disturb

You can limit or mute notifications to avoid disturbances for a specific
period of time.

Tap Settings Sound & notification Do not disturb and

1

then drag

Tap Sounds and vibrations and select the mode you want:

2

ŢPriority only: Receive sound or vibrate notifications for the

selected apps. Even when Priority only is turned on, alarms still
sound.

ŢTotal silence: Disable both the sound and vibration.

to activate it.

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03

Useful Apps

Installing and uninstalling apps

Installing apps

Access an app store to search and download apps.

Ţ You can use the SmartWorld, Play Store or the app store provided

by your service provider.

Ţ Some app stores may require you to create an account and sign in.

Ţ Some apps may charge fees.

Ţ If you use mobile data, you may be charged for data usage,

depending on your pricing plan.

ŢSmartWorld may not be supported depending on the area or

service provider.

Uninstalling apps

Uninstall apps that you no longer use from your device.

Uninstalling with the touch and hold gesture

On the Home screen, touch and hold the app to uninstall, then drag it
over Uninstall at the top of the screen.

You can also touch and hold the app, then tap

Uninstalling by using the settings menu

Tap

Settings General Apps, select an app, then tap

Uninstall.

to uninstall.

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Uninstalling apps from the app store

To uninstall an app, access the app store from which you download
the app and uninstall it.

ŢSome apps cannot be uninstalled by users.

Uninstalled apps

You can view the uninstalled apps on the Home screen. You can also
reinstall apps which were uninstalled within 24 hours from now.

Touch and hold on a blank area of the Home screen, then select

1

Uninstalled apps.

Activate the desired function:

2

ŢReinstall: Reinstall the selected app.

: Remove the uninstalled apps permanently from the device.

Ţ

ŢUninstalled apps are automatically removed from the device 24

hours after they were uninstalled. If you want to reinstall the
uninstalled apps, you must download them again from the app
store.

ŢThis feature is activated on the default Home screen only. If you

uninstall apps while using the EasyHome screen or other launcher,
they are immediately and permanently removed from the device.

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Phone

Voice call

Make a phone call by using one of the available methods, such as
manually entering a phone number and making a call from the
contact list or the list of recent calls.

Making a call from the keypad

Tap Dial.

1

Make a call by using a method of your choice:

2

Ţ Enter a phone number and tap

ŢTouch and hold a speed dial number.

Ţ Search for a contact by tapping the initial letter of a contact

name in the contact list, and then tap

Ţ To enter "+" when making an international call, touch and hold

number 0.

Ţ See

Adding contacts

the speed dial list.

for details on how to add phone numbers to

Making a call from the contact list

Tap Contacts.

1

From the contact list, select a contact and tap .

2

.

.

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Answering a call

To answer a call, drag to the outside of the circle on the incoming
call screen.

Ţ When the stereo headset is connected, you can make calls by

using the call/end button on the headset.

ŢTo end a call simply by pressing the Power/Lock key, tap

Settings
End calls with the Power key.

Networks Call Answer and end calls, then turn on

Rejecting a call

To reject an incoming call, drag across the incoming call screen.

Ţ To send a rejection message, drag the rejection message option

across the screen.

Ţ To add or edit a rejection message, tap

Call Call blocking & Decline with message Decline with

message.

ŢWhen a call is coming in, press the Volume Up (+), Volume Down

(-) or Power/Lock key to mute ringtone or vibration.

Settings Networks

Viewing missed calls

If there is a missed call, the status bar at the top of the screen
displays

To view missed call details, drag the status bar downwards. You can
also tap

.

Call logs.

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Functions accessible during a call

During a call, you can access a variety of functions by tapping on­screen buttons:

ŢHold: Place the current call on hold.

ŢContacts: View the contact list during a call.

ŢEnd: End a call.

ŢDialpad: Display or hide the dial pad.

ŢSpeaker: Turn on the speakerphone function.

ŢMute: Mute your voice so that your voice cannot be heard by the

other party.

ŢBluetooth: Switch the call to a Bluetooth device that is paired and

connected.

: Access additional call options.

Ţ

ŢAvailable settings items may vary depending on the area or service

provider.

Making a three-way calling

You can make a call to another contact during a call.

During a call, tap Add call.

1

Enter a phone number and tap .

2

ŢThe two calls are displayed on the screen at the same time, and

the first call is put on hold.

To start a conference call, tap Merge calls.

3

ŢYou may be charged a fee for each call. Consult with your service

provider for more information.

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Viewing call records

To view recent call records, tap Call logs. Then, you can use
the following functions:

Ţ To view detailed call records, select a contact. To make a call to the

selected contact, tap

Ţ To delete call records, tap

Ţ The displayed call duration may differ from the call charge. Consult

with your service provider for more information.

.

Delete.

Configuring call options

You can configure various call options.

Tap Dial or Call logs.

1

Tap Call settings and then configure the options to suit your

2

preferences.

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Messaging

Sending a message

You can create and send messages to your contacts using the
Messaging app.

Ţ Sending messages abroad may incur additional charges. Consult

with your service provider for more information.

Tap .

1

Tap .

2

Specify a recipient and create a message.

3

Ţ To attach files, tap

Ţ To access optional menu items, tap

Tap Send to send the message.

4

Reading a message

You can view exchanged messages organized by contact.

Tap .

1

Select a contact from the message list.

2

Configuring messaging settings

You can change messaging settings to suit your preferences.

Tap .

1

Tap Settings from the message list.

2

.

.

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Camera

Starting the camera

You can take a photo or record a video to cherish all of your
memorable moments.

.

T a p

ŢBefore taking a photo or recording a video, wipe the camera lens

with a soft cloth.

ŢBe careful not to stain the camera lens with your fingers or other

foreign substance.

Ţ If the battery level is lower than 5%, charge the battery before

using the camera.

Ţ Images included in this user guide may be different from the actual

device.

Ţ Photos and videos can be viewed or edited from the Gallery. See

Gallery overview

Turn the flash on
or off.

Switch between
front and rear
cameras.
Apply a film filter
effect.

Change the camera
options.

for details.

Start the Gallery.

Record videos.

Take photos.

Back to the
previous screen.

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Taking a photo

Select a camera mode and tap the subject to focus the camera on.

1

Tap to take a photo.

2

ŢYou can also press the Volume Down (-) or Volume Up (+) key

to take a photo.

Ţ When the screen is turned off or locked, start the camera by

pressing the Volume Down (-) key twice. To enable this feature, tap

Settings General Shortcut keys.

Recording a video

Select a camera mode and tap the subject to focus the camera on.

1

Tap .

2

Ţ To take a photo while recording a video, tap

Ţ To pause the video recording, tap

recording, tap

Tap to end the video recording.

3

.

. To resume the video

Customizing the camera options

You can customize a variety of camera options to suit your
preferences.

on the screen.

Tap

Ţ Available options vary depending on the selected camera (front or

rear camera) and the selected camera mode.

.

Photo size

Video resolution

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Select values for aspect ratio and size for taking
photos.

Select values for resolution and size for recording
videos.

HDR

Obtain photos or videos in vivid colors, and get
compensated effects even when they are taken
against the light. These functions are provided by the
high dynamic range (HDR) technology equipped in
the camera of the device.

Timer

Cheese shutter Take photos with voice commands.

Tag locations Save the image with GPS location data.

Grid

Storage

Simple view Hide all menus from the camera screen.

Set the timer to automatically take photos after a
specified period of time.

Display guide grids to so that you can take photos
or record videos based on the horizontal and vertical
reference lines.

Select if you want to store the pictures and videos in
the Internal storage or SD card.

(Available when the memory card is inserted.)

Additional options on the front camera

Customize the selfie shot settings.

ŢGesture shot: Take a photo using the Gesture shot

Selfie shot

Save as flipped Save as flipped images after taking selfies.

feature.

ŢAuto shot: Take a photo when the camera detects

a face.

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Burst shot

You can take continuous shots of photos to create moving pictures.
Touch and hold

ŢContinuous shots are taken at a fast speed while

ŢYou can take up to 30 photos.

.

is held down.

Simple view

Simple view to hide the menus on the camera screen. Tap

Tap

to display them.

Switching between cameras

You can switch between the front and rear cameras to suit your
environment.

On the camera screen, tap
switch between the front and rear cameras.

or drag the screen in any direction to

ŢUse the front camera to take selfies. See

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Selfie shot

for details.

Zoom in or out

You can use zoom in or out on the camera screen while taking a
photo or recording a video.

ŢOn the camera screen, pinch or spread two fingers to zoom in or

out, then use the displayed +/- slide bar.

ŢThe zoom feature is not available when using the front camera in

selfie mode.

Selfie shot

You can use the front camera to view your face on the screen and
take selfies.

Gesture shot

You can take selfies by using gestures.
Show your palm to the front camera and then clench your fist.
You can also clench your fist and then open it towards the front

camera.

ŢIn three seconds, a photo is taken.

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ŢTo use this feature, switch to the front camera mode, then tap

Selfie shot

Ţ Make sure that your palm and fist are within the reference line so

that the camera can detect them.

ŢThis feature may not available while using some of the camera

features.

Gesture shot.

Auto shot

You can use the face detection feature to take selfies easily and
conveniently. You can set the device so that, when you look at
the screen, the front camera detects your face and takes a selfie
automatically.

ŢThe white colored guide frame appears when the front camera

detects your face. If the subject within the guide frame stops
moving, the guide frame color turns blue, then the camera takes a
photo.

ŢTap Selfie shot Auto shot to enable the Auto shot feature.

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Interval shot

You can take selfies at an interval.
While using the front camera, touch and hold

. You can also show

your palm to the camera, then clench your fist twice quickly.

ŢFour photos are taken at about two seconds interval after a timer

delay of three seconds.

Save as flipped

Before taking a photo with the front camera, tap
flipped. The image is flipped horizontally.

ŢWhen using the front camera, you can change how selfies are

taken in the camera options. See
for details.

Customizing the camera options

Save as

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Gallery

Gallery overview

You can view and manage photos and videos saved on your device.

Tap .

1

Ţ Saved photos and videos are displayed by folder.

Tap a folder and select a file.

2

ŢView the selected file in full-screen mode.

ŢWhile viewing a photo, swipe left or right to view the previous

or next photo.

ŢWhile viewing a video, swipe left or right to rewind or fast-

forward the video.

Ţ Some file formats may not be supported, depending on the

installed software and the encoding.

Ţ Files that exceed the size limit may cause an error.

Viewing photos

Back to the
previous screen.

Add to or remove
from your favorites.

Access additional
options.

Delete images.
Share images.
Start the camera.

Edit images.

ŢTo display the menu items, gently tap the screen. To hide the menu

items, tap the screen again.

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Editing photos

While viewing a photo, tap .

1

Use a variety of effects and tools to edit the photo.

2

Tap to apply changes.

3

Tap SAVE to save changes.

4

ŢThe changes are overwritten to the original file.

Ţ To save the edited photo as another file, tap

Save copy.

Playing a video

Add to or remove
from your favorites.

Adjust the sound
volume.

Go to previous video.
Touch and hold to
rewind.

Ţ To adjust the sound volume, drag the right side of the video screen

up or down.

Ţ To adjust the screen brightness, drag the left side of the video

screen up or down.

Access additional
options.

Lock or unlock
the screen.

Go to next video.
Touch and hold
to fast-forward.

Pause or play
the video.

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Deleting files

You can delete files by using one of the following options:

ŢTouch and hold a file from the file list, then tap Delete.

from the file list and delete the desired files.

Ţ Tap

ŢDeleted files are automatically moved to Trash and they can be

restored to the Gallery within 7 days.

ŢOn the Gallery, tap

In this case, the files cannot be restored.

Trash. Tap to completely delete the files.

Sharing files

You can share files by using one of the following options:

ŢWhile viewing a photo, tap

method you want.

ŢWhile viewing a video,

method you want.

from the file list to select files and share them using the

Ţ Tap

method you want.

to share the file by using the

Share to share the file by using the

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Email

Email overview

You can register an email account to your device and then you can
check and send emails from your device.

Ţ If you use mobile data, you may be charged for data usage

depending on your pricing plan. Consult with your service provider
for more information.

Registering email accounts

When you use the email app for the first time, register your email
account.

Tap Email.

1

Select an email service provider.

2

Enter your email address and password and then tap NEXT to

3

register your account.

Ţ To manually register an email account or to register email

accounts not found in the list, tap MANUAL SETUP.

Managing email accounts

To view or edit your email account settings, tap Settings.

Ţ To add an account, tap Add account.

Ţ To delete an account, tap

Remove account.

Opening another email account

If several email accounts are registered and you want to view another
account, tap

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and select another one from the account list.

Checking email

Tap and select a mail box.

1

Select an email from the email list.

2

Ţ The email message appears.

Sending email

Tap .

1

Enter the recipient’s email address.

2

Enter a subject and message.

3

Ţ To attach files, tap

Ţ To access optional menu items, tap

Tap to send the email.

4

.

.

Calendar

Calendar overview

You can use the calendar to manage events and tasks.

Adding events

Tap Calendar.

1

Select a date and then tap .

2

Enter event details and tap SAVE.

3

Ţ If you tap a date from the calendar and the date contains

events, a pop-up window appears showing a list of the events.
Tap an event from the pop-up window to view the event details.

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Syncing events

Tap Calendars to sync and select a calendar to sync.

ŢWhen your events are saved from the device to your Google

account, they are automatically synced with the Google calendar,
too. Then, you can sync other devices with the Google calendar in
order to make those devices have the same events that your device
has and to manage your events on those devices.

Event pocket

You can use the event pocket to create events.

to open the event pocket and then drag content to a date in

Tap
the calendar.

: Manage images, text, memos and temporarily saved events.

Ţ

You can also share text, images and memos from another app and
save them to the pocket. If you tap POCKET when creating an
event, the event is temporarily saved to the pocket.

: Manage tasks that have no deadline, such as events.

Ţ

QuickMemo+

QuickMemo+ overview

You can make creative notes by using a variety of options on
this advanced notepad feature, such as image management and
screenshots, which are not supported by the conventional notepad.

Creating a note

Tap QuickMemo+.

1

Tap to create a note.

2

: Save a note.

Ţ

: Undo what you have handwritten one by one.

Ţ

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Ţ

: Redo what you have undone.
: Enter a note by using the keypad.

Ţ

: Write notes by hand.

Ţ

: Erase handwritten notes.

Ţ

: Crop parts of a handwritten note.

Ţ

: Access additional options.

Ţ

Tap to save the note.

3

Writing notes on a photo

Tap QuickMemo+.

1

Tap to take a photo, then tap OK.

2

Ţ The photo is automatically attached into the notepad.

Tap or to write notes on the photo.

3

ŢWrite notes by hand on the photo.

ŢEnter text below the photo.

Tap to save the note.

4

Writing notes on a screenshot

While viewing the screen you want to capture, drag the status bar

1

downwards and then tap

ŢThe screenshot appears as the notepad background theme.

Memo tools appear at the top of the screen.

Take notes as desired.

2

ŢWrite notes by hand on the photo.

Tap and save the notes to the location you want.

3

Ţ Saved notes can be viewed in either QuickMemo+ or Gallery.

Ţ To save notes in the same location all the time, select the Use

as default app checkbox and select an app.

.

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Managing folders

You can view notes grouped by the type of the notes.

Tap QuickMemo+.

1

At the top of the screen, tap and select a menu item:

2

Ţ All memos: View all notes saved in QuickMemo+.

ŢMy memos: View notes created by QuickMemo+.

ŢPhoto memos: View notes created by

ŢCapture+: View notes created by Capture+.

ŢTrash: View deleted notes.

ŢNew category: Add categories.

: Rearrange, add or delete categories. To change the name of

Ţ

a category, tap the category.

ŢSome folders do not appear when launching QuickMemo+ for

the first time. Disabled folders are enabled and appear when they
contain at least one related note.

.

Calculator

You can use two types of calculators: the simple calculator and the
scientific calculator.

Tap Tools Calculator.

1

Use the keypad to make a calculation.

2

ŢTo use scientific calculator, drag the green colored slide bar

located in the right side of the screen to the left.

ŢTo restart a calculation, touch and hold the DEL button.

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Clock

Alarm

You can set an alarm to trigger it at a specified time.

Tap Tools Clock Alarm.

1

Tap to add a new alarm.

2

Configure the alarm settings and tap SAVE.

3

Ţ If you select a previously set alarm, you can edit the alarm.

Ţ To delete an alarm, tap at the top of the screen. You can also

touch and hold the alarm.

World clock

You can view the current time in cities around the world.

Tap Tools Clock World clock.

1

Tap and add a city.

2

Timer

You can set the timer to trigger an alarm after a specified period of
time.

Tap Tools Clock Timer.

1

Set the time and tap Start.

2

Ţ To pause the timer, tap Pause. To resume the timer, tap Resume.

Ţ To reset the timer settings, tap Reset.

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Stopwatch

You can use the stopwatch to record a lap time.

Tap Tools Clock Stopwatch.

1

Tap Start to initiate the stopwatch.

2

Ţ To record a lap time, tap Lap.

Tap Pause to pause the stopwatch.

3

Ţ To resume the stopwatch, tap Resume.

ŢTo clear all the records and newly start the stopwatch, tap

Reset.

Downloads

You can view, delete or share files downloaded via the Internet or
apps.

Tools Downloads.

Tap

File Manager

You can view and manage files saved on your device or cloud.

Tap Tools File Manager.

1

Tap and select the desired storage location.

2

FM Radio

You can listen to FM radio.

Tools FM Radio.

Tap

ŢTo use this app, first connect earphones to the device. The

earphones function as the radio antenna.

ŢThis function may not be supported depending on the area.

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Tasks

You can register tasks to your device to easily manage schedules.

Tap Tools Tasks.

1

Tap to add a task.

2

Enter task details and then tap SAVE.

3

Voice Recorder

You can record and save your voice or others’ voices from important
events. Recorded voice files can be played back or shared.

Tap Tools Voice Recorder.

1

ŢTo save the location details of recording, tap Location.

ŢTo add an event, tap Event and add an event to the date you

want.

Tap .

2

ŢTo pause recording, tap

Tap to end the recording.

3

ŢThe file is saved automatically and the recorded files screen

appears.

Tap to play the recorded voice.

4

ŢIf you tap , recorded voice files appear. You can play a recorded

voice file from the list.

.

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Contacts

Contacts overview

You can save and manage contacts.

LG Contacts.

Tap

Adding contacts

Adding new contacts

On the contact list screen, tap .

1

Enter the contact’s details and tap SAVE.

2

Importing contacts

You can import contacts from another storage device.

On the contact list screen, tap Manage contacts Import.

1

Select the source and target locations of the contact you want to

2

import, and then tap OK.

Select the vCard file(s) and tap IMPORT.

3

Adding contacts to the speed dial list

On the contact list screen, tap Speed dial.

1

Tap Add contact from a speed dial number.

2

Select a contact.

3

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Searching for contacts

You can search for contacts by using one of the following options:

Ţ On the contact list screen, enter a contact name in the search box.

ŢScroll the contact list up or down.

Ţ From the index of the contact list screen, tap the initial letter of a

contact.

Contacts list

Editing contacts

On the contact list screen, select a contact.

1

On the contact detail screen, tap and edit details.

2

Tap SAVE to save changes.

3

Deleting contacts

You can delete contacts by using one of the following options:

ŢOn the contact list screen, touch and hold a contact you want to

delete, then tap Delete contact.

Delete on the contact list screen.

ŢTap

Adding favorites

You can register frequently used contacts as favorites.

On the contact list screen, select a contact.

1

On the contact detail screen, tap .

2

Creating groups

On the contact list screen, tap Groups New group.

1

Enter a new group name.

2

Tap Add members, select contacts, then tap ADD.

3

Tap SAVE to save the new group.

4

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Music

You can play and manage songs or music albums.

Tap LG Music.

1

Select a category.

2

Select a music file.

3

Switch to the playlist.

Back to the previous
screen.

Add to or remove from
favorites.

Search for music files.
Access additional options.

Play in random order.

Adjust the sound
volume.

Tap to play from the
beginning of the current
file / Double-tap to play
the previous file / Touch
and hold to rewind.

Ţ Some file formats may not be supported, depending on the

installed software.

Ţ Files that exceed the size limit may cause an error.

Ţ Music files may be protected by international copyright owners

or copyright laws. You may have to obtain legal permission before
copying a music file. To download or copy a music file, first check
the copyright law for the relevant country.

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Select a repeat mode.

Displays the music library.

Tap to play the next file / Touch
and hold to fast forward.

Pause or play.

LG SmartWorld

You can download a variety of games, audio content, apps and
fonts provided by LG Electronics. Customize your device to suit your
preferences by using Home themes and fonts.

ŢIf you use mobile data, you may be charged for data usage

depending on your pricing plan.

ŢThis feature may not be supported depending on the area or

service provider.

Tap LG SmartWorld.

1

Tap LG Account, then sign in.

2

Select and download content items.

3

Downloading SmartWorld app

If SmartWorld app is not installed, follow these steps to download it.

Tap Settings General About phone Update Center

1

App Updates.

From the list, tap the Download button next to SmartWorld.

2

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LG Backup

You can back up, restore and move the data saved on your device.

Tap Management LG Backup.

1

You can also tap
Backup.

Follow the on-screen instructions to select whether to back up

2

data in the preset backup folder on the device or to copy data to
other devices.

ŢResetting your device may delete backup files saved in internal

storage. To minimize data loss, copy important backup files from
the LG Backup folder in the internal storage to a computer or
external storage.

ŢData in a Google account will not be backed up. When you

synchronize your Google account, Google apps, Google contacts,
Google calendar, Google memo app data and apps downloaded
from Play store are stored on the Drive app automatically.

ŢBackup files are saved with the file extension *.lbf under the LG

Backup folder on the memory card or internal storage.

Ţ Fully charge the battery before backing up or restoring data to

avoid unintentional powering off during the process.

Settings General Backup & reset LG

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Facebook

You can use a social networking service to update, view and share
posts, photos and videos with your online contacts.

Recommended Facebook.

Tap

Instagram

Use a social networking service to capture and share your photos
and videos. You can also apply filter effects to make your photos and
videos more creative and interesting.

Recommended Instagram.

Tap

Chrome

Sign in to Chrome and import opened tabs, bookmarks and address
bar data from a computer to your device.

Google apps

You can use Google apps by setting a Google account. The Google
account registration window appears automatically when you use a
Google app for the first time. If you do not have a Google account,
create one from your device. For details on how to use an app, see
the Help in the app.

ŢSome apps may not work depending on the area or service provider.

Drive

Upload, save, open, share and organize files from your device. Files
accessible from apps can be accessed from anywhere, including online
and offline environments.

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Gmail

Register your Google email account to your device to check or send
email.

Google

Use Google to search for web pages, images, news and more by
entering or speaking keywords.

Duo

One-to-one simple video calling app for everyone, regardless of OS
(Android/iOS).

Maps

Find your location or the location of a place on the map. View
geographical information.

Photos

View or share photos or albums saved on your device.

Play Movies & TV

Use your Google account to rent or purchase movies. Purchase
content and play it anywhere.

Play Music

Purchase music files from the Play Store. Play music files saved on
your device.

YouTube

Search and play videos. Upload videos on YouTube to share them with
people around the world.

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04

Phone Settings

Settings

You can customize the device settings in accordance with your
preferences.

Settings.

T a p

Ţ Tap and enter a keyword in the search box to access a setting

item.

Ţ Tap

to change the view mode. This user guide assumes that you

are using the Tab view.

Networks

Airplane mode

You can turn off the call and mobile data functions. When this mode
is on, functions that do not involve data, such as games and music
playback, remain available.

On the settings screen, tap Networks Airplane mode.

1

Tap TURN ON in the confirmation screen.

2

Wi-Fi

You can connect to nearby devices over a Wi-Fi network.

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

On the settings screen, tap Networks Wi-Fi.

1

Drag to activate it.

2

Ţ Available Wi-Fi networks appear automatically.

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Select a network.

3

Ţ You may need to enter the network's Wi-Fi password.

Ţ The device skips this process for previously accessed Wi-Fi

networks. If you do not want to automatically connect to a
certain Wi-Fi network, touch and hold the network and then
tap Forget network.

Wi-Fi Direct

You can connect your device to other devices that support Wi-Fi
Direct to share data directly with them. You do not need an access
point. You can connect with more than two devices by using Wi-Fi
Direct.

On the settings screen, tap Networks Wi-Fi Advanced

1

2

Wi-Fi Direct.

Wi-Fi

Ţ Nearby devices that support Wi-Fi Direct automatically appear.

Select a device.

Ţ Connection occurs when the device accepts the connection

request.

ŢThe battery may drain faster when using Wi-Fi Direct.

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Bluetooth

You can connect your device to nearby devices that support
Bluetooth to exchange data with them. Connect your device to a
Bluetooth headset and a keyboard. This makes it easier to control the
device.

Pairing with another device

On the settings screen, tap Networks Bluetooth.

1

Drag to activate it.

2

Ţ Available devices appear automatically.

Ţ To refresh the device list, tap SEARCH.

ŢOnly devices set as visible are displayed on the list.

Select a device from the list.

3

Follow the on-screen instructions to perform authentication.

4

ŢThis step is skipped for previously accessed devices.

Sending data via Bluetooth

Select a file.

1

Ţ You can send multimedia files or contacts.

Tap Bluetooth.

2

Select a target device for the file.

3

Ţ The file is sent as soon as the target device accepts it.

Ţ File sharing processes may differ, depending on the file.

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Mobile data

You can turn on or off mobile data. You can also manage mobile data
usage.

Turning on mobile data

On the settings screen, tap Networks Mobile data.

1

Drag to activate it.

2

Customizing mobile data settings

On the settings screen, tap Networks Mobile data.

1

Customize the following settings:

2

ŢMobile data: Set to use data connections on mobile networks.

ŢLimit mobile data usage: Set a limit for mobile data usage to

block mobile data if the limit is reached.

: Customize mobile data settings.

Ţ

Call

You can customize call settings, such as voice call and international
call options.

ŢSome features may not be supported depending on the area or

service provider.

On the settings screen, tap Networks Call.

1

Customize the desired settings.

2

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Tethering

USB tethering

You can connect the device to another device via USB and share
mobile data.

Connect your device and other devices via USB cable.

1

On the settings screen, tap Networks Tethering USB

2

tethering and then drag

ŢThis option uses mobile data and may incur data usage fees,

depending on your pricing plan. Consult with your service provider
for more information.

ŢWhen connecting to a computer, download the USB driver from

www.lg.com

ŢYou cannot send or receive files between your device and a

computer while USB tethering is turned on. Turn off USB tethering
to send or receive files.

ŢOperating systems that support tethering are Window XP or

higher, or Linux.

and install it on the computer.

to activate it.

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Wi-Fi Hotspot

You can set the device as a wireless router so that other devices can
connect to the Internet by using your device's mobile data.

On the settings screen, tap Networks Tethering Wi-Fi

1

Hotspot and then drag

Tap Set up Wi-Fi Hotspot and enter the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and

2

password.

Turn on Wi-Fi on the other device, and select the name of the

3

device network on the Wi-Fi list.

Enter the network password.

4

ŢThis option uses mobile data and may incur data usage fees,

depending on your pricing plan. Consult with your service provider
for more information.

ŢMore information is available at this web site:

http://www.android.com/tether#wifi

to activate it.

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Bluetooth tethering

A Bluetooth-connected device can connect to the Internet by using
your device's mobile data.

On the settings screen, tap Networks Tethering Bluetooth

1

tethering and then drag

Turn on Bluetooth on both devices, and pair them.

2

ŢThis option uses mobile data and may incur data usage fees,

depending on your pricing plan. Consult with your service provider
for more information.

ŢMore information is available at this web site:

http://www.android.com/tether#Bluetooth_tethering

to activate it.

Help

You can view help on using tethering and hotspots.
On the settings screen, tap Networks

Tethering Help.

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More

Mobile networks

You can customize mobile data settings.

On the settings screen, tap Networks More Mobile

1

networks.

Customize the following settings:

2

ŢMobile data: Turn mobile data on or off.

ŢData roaming: Turn data roaming on or off.

ŢCDMA roaming mode: Change the preferred roaming mode.

ŢAccess Point Names: View or change the access point for

using mobile data services. To change the access point, select a
choice from the access point list.

ŢNetwork operators: Select a network operator.

VPN

You can connect to a safe virtual network, such as an intranet. You
can also manage connected virtual private networks.

Adding VPN

On the settings screen, tap Networks More VPN.

1

ŢBe cautious that if the screen lock is unlocked, all VPN information

saved on the device are erased.

Tap Basic VPN or LG VPN.

2

Tap Add Basic VPN or Add LG VPN.

3

ŢThis feature is available only when the screen lock is activated. If

the screen lock is deactivated, a notification screen appears. Tap
SETTINGS from the notification screen to activate the screen lock.
See

Configuring the screen lock settings

Enter VPN details and tap SAVE.

4

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for details.

Configuring VPN settings

Tap a VPN from the VPNS list.

1

Enter the VPN user account details and tap CONNECT.

2

Ţ To save the account details, select the Save account

information checkbox.

Printing

You can connect your device to a Bluetooth printer and print photos
or documents saved on the device.

On the settings screen, tap Networks More Printing.

1

ŢIf the desired printer is not in the list, install the printer driver from

the app store.

Select print service.

2

Drag to activate it.

3

Select a printer from the printer list screen.

4

Ţ To add a printer, tap

Ţ To search for a printer name, tap

Settings from the printer list screen.

Ţ Tap

Select a file and tap Print.

5

Ţ The document prints.

Ţ If you do not have a Google account, tap ADD ACCOUNT to create

an account.

Add printer.

Search.

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Sound & notification

You can customize sound, vibrate and notification settings.
On the settings screen, tap Sound & notification and customize the

following settings:

ŢSound profile: Change the sound mode to sound, silent, or vibrate

only.

ŢVolume: Adjust the sound volume for various items.

ŢRingtone: Select a ringtone for incoming calls. Add or delete

ringtones.

ŢRingtone ID: Create a ringtone for an incoming call from a

particular contact.

Ţ Sound with vibration: Set the device to vibrate and play a

ringtone simultaneously.

ŢVibration type: You can select a vibration type or make your own

vibration pattern.

ŢDo not disturb: Set the time, range and app type to receive

notification messages. Receive notification messages only on
particular days of the week.

ŢLock screen: Display or hide a notification message on the lock

screen. You can also hide private information.

ŢApps: Select the apps that can show their notification messages

on the screen and set the priorities of those apps in regard to
notification messages.

ŢMore

ŢMore

ŢMore

ŢMore

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Notification sound: Select a notification ringtone. Set

music saved on the device as a notification ringtone.

Vibrate on tap: Set the device to vibrate when you tap

certain items on the screen.

Sound effects: Select a sound effect to play when you
tap the dialpad or keyboard, select an option, or lock or unlock the
screen.

Message/call voice notifications: Set the device to read
the caller information or message content via voice.

Display

You can customize detailed settings for each screen type.
On the settings screen, tap Display and customize the following

settings:

ŢHome screen: Customize settings for the Home screen. See

Home screen settings

ŢLock screen: Customize lock screen settings. See

for details.

settings

ŢTheme: Select a screen theme for your device.

ŢHome touch buttons: Rearrange Home touch buttons or change

their background colors.

ŢFont type: Change the font face.

ŢFont size: Change the font size.

ŢBold text: Bold the text on the screen.

ŢBrightness: Use the slide bar to change the device's screen

brightness. To automatically adjust screen brightness according to
ambient light intensity, tap the Auto switch.

ŢComfort view: Set the device to reduce amount of blue light on

screen to reduce eye strain.

ŢAuto-rotate screen: Automatically rotate the screen according to

the device's orientation.

ŢScreen timeout: Automatically turn off the screen when the

device is left idle for a specified period of time.

ŢMore

ŢMore

ŢMore

Display size: Set the items on the screen to a size that is
easy for you to see. Some items may change position.

KnockON: Turn on or off the screen by tapping the screen
twice.

Screen saver: Display a screen saver when the device is
connected to the holder or charger. Select a screen saver type to
display.

for details.

Lock screen

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Ţ

More Motion sensor calibration: Correct the angle and speed
of the motion sensor to improve the tilt accuracy and speed of the
sensor.

Ţ When correcting the motion sensor, make sure to place the device

on a flat surface. Failure to do so may cause an error with the
motion sensor functions, such as automatic screen rotation.

General

Language & keyboard

You can customize language and keyboard settings for your device.

On the settings screen, tap General Language & keyboard.

1

Customize the following settings:

2

ŢLanguage: Select a language to apply for the device.

ŢCurrent keyboard: View the keyboard currently in use. Select a

keyboard to use when entering text.

ŢLG Keyboard: Customize the LG keyboard settings.

ŢGoogle voice typing: Configure the options for text dictation

by Google.

ŢText-to-speech output: Configure the settings for text-to-

speech output.

ŢPointer speed: Adjust the pointer speed of a mouse or

trackpad.

ŢReverse buttons: Reverse the right mouse button to perform

primary direct-manipulation actions.

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Location

You can customize how your location information is used by
particular apps.

On the settings screen, tap General Location.

1

Customize the following settings:

2

ŢMode: Select a method to provide your location information.

ŢRECENT LOCATION REQUEST: View apps that recently

requested location information.

ŢLow power location estimation: Estimate the device location

by using low power consumption.

ŢGoogle Location History: Configure the Google location

history settings.

Accounts & sync

You can add or manage accounts, including a Google account. You can
also sync particular apps or user information automatically.

On the settings screen, tap General Accounts & sync.

1

Customize the following settings:

2

ŢAuto-sync data: Sync all the registered accounts automatically.

ŢACCOUNTS: View a list of registered accounts. To view or

change details of an account, tap the account.

ŢADD ACCOUNT: Add accounts.

Accessibility

You can manage accessibility plug-ins installed on your device.

On the settings screen, tap General Accessibility.

1

Customize the following settings:

2

ŢVision

TalkBack: Set the device to notify screen status or

actions via voice.

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Ţ

Vision Message/call voice notifications: Set the device to
read the caller information or message content via voice.

ŢVision

ŢVision

ŢVision

Font size: Change the font size.
Bold text: Bold the text on the screen.
Display size: Set the items on the screen to a size that

is easy for you to see. Some items may change position.

ŢVision

Touch zoom: Zoom in or out by tapping the screen

three times.

ŢVision

Window zoom: Zoom in or out within a window and

invert the color.

ŢVision

ŢVision

Large mouse pointer: Magnify the mouse pointer.
High contrast screen: Turn the background color into

black for a high contrast screen.

ŢVision

Screen color inversion: Increase the display color

contrast for people with low vision.

ŢVision

ŢVision

ŢVision

Screen color adjustment: Adjust the display color.
Grayscale: Switch the screen to grayscale mode.
End calls with the Power key: End a call by pressing

the Power/Lock key.

ŢHearing

Captions: Turn on the subtitle service when playing

videos for the hearing impaired.

ŢHearing

Flash alerts: Set the device to notify you with a

blinking light for incoming calls and alarms.

ŢHearing

Turn off all sounds: Mute all sounds and lower

volume on the receiver.

ŢHearing

ŢHearing

Audio type: Select the audio type.
Sound balance: Adjust the audio output balance.

Use the slide bar to change the balance.

ŢMotor & cognition

Touch assistant: Turn on the touch board

to make buttons and gestures easier to use.

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Ţ

Motor & cognition Touch input: Enter text by touching and
holding the screen or modify it by simply touching the screen.

ŢMotor & cognition

Physical keyboard: Customize the key

settings.

ŢMotor & cognition

Auto mouse click: Automatically click

where the pointer wherever it stops.

ŢMotor & cognition

Touch and hold for calls: Answer or
decline calls by touching and holding the call button instead of
dragging it.

ŢMotor & cognition

Screen timeout: Turn off the screen
automatically when the device is left idle for a specified period
of time.

ŢMotor & cognition

Touch control areas: Limit the touch area
so that only a particular portion of the screen can be controlled
by touch input.

ŢAccessibility features shortcut: Quickly access a frequently

used function by tapping

three times.

ŢAuto-rotate screen: Automatically change the screen

orientation according to the physical position of the device.

ŢSwitch Access: Create key combinations to control your device.

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Shortcut keys

You can use the volume keys to directly launch apps when the screen
is turned off or locked.

On the settings screen, tap General Shortcut keys.

1

Drag to activate it.

2

Ţ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+.

Google services

You can use Google settings to manage your Google apps and
account settings.

On the settings screen, tap General

Google services.

Security

On the settings screen, tap General Security.

1

Customize the following settings:

2

ŢContent lock: Set the method to lock files in QuickMemo+.

ŢEncrypt SD card: Encrypt the memory card to prevent use on

another device. See

ŢSecure start-up: Protect your device with a lock when it

powers on. See

ŢSet up SIM card lock: Lock or unlock the SIM card, or change

the password (PIN).

ŢPassword typing visible: Display a password as you enter it.

ŢPhone administrators: Allow privileges to restrict the control

or use of the device to particular apps.

ŢUnknown sources: Allow the installation of apps from non-Play

Store apps.

Memory card encryption

Secure start-up settings

for details.

for details.

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Ţ

Credential protection: View the type of credential protection
currently used.

ŢCertificate management: Manage the security certificate

saved on the device.

ŢTrust agents: View and use trust agents installed on the device.

ŢScreen pin: Fix the app screen so that only the currently active

app can be used.

ŢUsage access: View details on usage of apps on the device.

Date & time

You can customize date and time settings for your device.

On the settings screen, tap General Date & time.

1

Customize the desired settings.

2

Storage

You can view and manage internal storage on the device or storage
space of the memory card.

On the settings screen, tap General Storage.

1

Customize the following settings:

2

ŢInternal storage: View the total storage space and free space

in the device’s internal storage. View a list of apps in use and the
storage capacity for each app.

ŢSD card: View the total storage space and free space in the

memory card. This option appears only when a memory card is
inserted. To unmount the memory card, tap

.

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Battery & power saving

You can view the current battery information or turn on power­saving mode.

On the settings screen, tap General Battery & power saving.

1

Customize the following settings:

2

ŢBattery usage: View the battery usage details. To view more

details, select a specific item.

ŢBattery percentage on status bar: Display the remaining

battery level as a percentage on the status bar.

ŢBattery saver: Reduce battery consumption by cutting down

some device settings, such as the display brightness, speed
and vibration intensity. The status bar displays
saving mode is on.

when power-

Memory

You can view the average amount of memory usage over a certain
period of time and the memory occupied by an app.

On the settings screen, tap General Memory.

1

Tap to set a time slot to retrieve data.

2

Apps

You can view a list of installed apps. Stop apps from running or delete
apps, if necessary.

On the settings screen, tap General Apps.

1

Select an app and perform actions.

2

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Backup & reset

You can back up data saved on your device to another device or
account. Reset the device, if necessary.

On the settings screen, tap General Backup & reset.

1

Customize the following settings:

2

ŢLG Backup: Back up or restore the blocked sender list,

messages, images, home screens and other data saved on the
device. See

ŢBack up my data: Back up your app data, Wi-Fi password and

other settings to the Google server.

ŢBackup account: View the current backup account in use.

ŢAutomatic restore: Automatically restore backup settings and

data when reinstalling an app.

ŢNetwork settings reset: Reset Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and other

network settings.

ŢFactory data reset: Reset all settings for the device and delete

data.

Ţ Resetting your device deletes all data on it. Enter your device name,

Google account and other initial information again.

LG Backup

for details.

About phone

You can view information about your device, such as the name,
status, software details and legal information.

On the settings screen, tap General
information.

About phone and view

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05

Appendix

Phone software update

LG Mobile phone software update from the
Internet

For more information about using this function, please visit

http://www.lg.com/common/index.jsp

language.
This feature allows you to conveniently update the firmware on your

phone to a newer version from the Internet without needing to visit
a service center. This feature will only be available if and when LG
makes a newer firmware version available for your device.

Because the mobile phone firmware update requires the user’s full
attention for the duration of the update process, please make sure
you check all instructions and notes that appear at each step before
proceeding. Please note that removing the USB cable during the
upgrade may seriously damage your mobile phone.

ŢLG reserves the right to make firmware updates available only for

selected models at its own discretion and does not guarantee the
availability of the newer version of the firmware for all handset
models.

, select your country and

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LG Mobile Phone software update via Over-the­Air (OTA)

This feature allows you to conveniently update your phone’s software
to a newer version via OTA, without connecting a USB cable. This
feature will only be available if and when LG makes a newer firmware
version available for your device.

To perform the phone software update:

Settings
Update

General About phone Update Center Software

Check now for update.

Ţ Your personal data from internal phone storage—including

information about your Google account and any other accounts,
your system/application data and settings, any downloaded
applications and your DRM license—might be lost in the process
of updating your phone’s software. Therefore, LG recommends
that you backup your personal data before updating your phone’s
software. LG does not take responsibility for any loss of personal
data.

ŢThis feature depends on the area or service provider.

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