Included in the box with your phone are separate information leaflets.
These leaflets provide you with important information regarding your new
device. Please read all of the information provided. This information will
help you to get the most out of your phone, reduce the risk of injury, avoid
damage to your device, and make you aware of legal regulations regarding
the use of this device.
It’s important to review the Product Safety and Warranty Information guide
before you begin using your new phone. Please follow all of the product
safety and operating instructions and retain them for future reference.
Observe all warnings to reduce the risk of injury, damage, and legal
liabilities.
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Table of Contents
Important Customer Information...............................................1
Table of Contents .......................................................................2
The Basics...................................................................................5
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The Basics
Phone Overview
Front View
Earpiece
Front Camera
Volume
Module Release
Button
Back Button
NOTES s All screen shots in this guide are simulated. Actual displays may vary.
s Instructions to perform tasks in this guide are based on the default settings and may
change depending on the mode and software version on your phone.
1. Front Camera Use to take pictures and record videos of yourself. You
can also use this for video chatting. Keep it clean for optimal
performance.
2. Volume Press to adjust the ringer, the media volumes, or the in-call
volume during a call. They also access shortcuts when enabled in the
Settings menu.
TIPS s With the screen backlight off (asleep), you can press the Volume Down button twice
to activate the Camera app (and take a Quick Shot if enabled in the Settings).
s With the screen backlight off (asleep), you can press the Volume Up button twice to
access the Capture+ app.
3. Module Release Button Press to release the battery module from the
phone.
4. Back Button Returns to the previous screen. Also closes pop-up items,
such as menus, dialog boxes and the on-screen keyboard.
5. Earpiece Lets you hear callers and automated prompts.
Proximity/
Ambient Light
Sensor
SIM/microSD
Card Tray
Battery Module
Recent Apps Button
Home Button
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6. Proximity/ Ambient Light Sensor Senses proximity toward other
objects (such as your head) so that tap commands are not accidentally
activated during a call or when carried inside a pocket.
It also employs an ambient light sensor which measures the surrounding
light and adjusts the LCD brightness to provide a vivid screen.
NOTE Don't block the sensor or near the sensor to avoid problems with the touch screen.
7. SIM/microSD Card Tray Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the card
tray and then put the Nano-SIM card and microSD card on the card tray
with the gold-colored contacts facing downwards.
8. Battery Module Press the Module release button to release the battery
module and then pull the module out to remove it from the device.
9. Recent Apps Button Displays recently used applications and your open
website tabs. If you touch and hold this button, it opens a menu of
available options.
10. Home Button Returns to the Home screen from any screen. If you
touch and hold this button, it opens the Google app.
Rear View
Back Camera
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Laser Detection
Auto-Focus
Power/Lock
Fingerprint ID
LED Flash
NFC Touch Point
11. Back Camera Use to take photos and record videos. Keep it clean for
optimal performance.
12. Laser Detection Auto-Focus Detects the distance between the rear
camera lens and nearby objects using laser technology. This feature
helps the camera to focus quickly and accurately at short or long
distances.
NOTE Don't cover the Proximity Sensor and Laser Detection Auto-focus with a protection film,
pouch, or protection case not authorized by LG as they may cause the device to
malfunction.
13. Power/Lock, Fingerprint ID Press to turn off the screen backlight and
lock the screen, or turn the screen backlight back on. Press and hold to
turn the phone on/off, restart it, and activate/deactivate Airplane mode.
It also allows you to use your fingerprint to unlock the screen and
locked files, as well as authorize payments (via a downloaded payment
app).
14. LED Flash Brightens up the captured image or recorded video when
you turn on the flash.
15. NFC Touch Point Tap the back of your phone to an NFC tag or another
NFC compatible device in this location to transfer data between them.
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Top and Bottom Views
Headset Jack
Speaker
USB/Charger Port
Microphone
16. Headset Jack Allows you to plug in an optional headset for convenient,
hands-free conversations. You can also plug in headphones to listen to
music.
17. Speaker Use to listen to audio (e.g., music, videos, sound clips,
speakerphone, etc.) from the rear speaker instead of the earpiece.
18. USB/Charger Port Allows you to connect the phone and the USB cable
for use with the charger adapter, or other compatible accessories.
19. Microphone Transmits your voice to the other caller. It's also used for
voice-activated functions.
Help
The Help app allows you to quickly and conveniently view information
about your phone, including how-to videos, Icon glossary, etc.
To access Help, tap the Home Button
> swipe left, if necessary > tap
Help.
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Setting Up Your Phone
Your phone already has a SIM card installed.
Charge the Phone
Before turning on your phone, charge it fully. Be sure to use the USB cable
and charger adapter that came with your phone. See Charging Your Phone
on pages 16 and 17 for more information.
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WARNING Only use approved chargers with your device. Using incompatible chargers or
tampering with the charger port could damage your device and void the warranty.
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Battery module
Your phone comes with the battery installed in the battery module.
Follow the instructions below if you need to replace the battery. You can
also use these instructions to move the battery when you attach one of
LG’s G5 accessories (sold separately).
1. Turn off your phone and hold it with the screen facing you.
NOTE This device is supplied with the battery inserted. When using the device for the first
time, check the battery level and fully charge the battery before using the device if
necessary.
2. Press the module release button to release the battery module and then
pull it out to remove it from your phone.
Module release button
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3. While holding the lower part of the battery module, pull it in an outward
arc (as shown) to disconnect the battery terminals.
4. With the arrows on both the battery and the battery module facing
toward you, firmly connect the battery terminals to the battery module.
5. With the battery aligned with the edge of the phone (as shown),
carefully slide the battery and battery module into the phone until you
hear a click to make sure that the battery module is securely fastened.
CAUTION Do not handle the battery and its module roughly. Using force can damage the
connection parts of the battery and the module.
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Precautions when using the device
Failure to follow the instructions provided in this User Guide may result
in damage to your product or personal injury.
When replacing the battery, take extra care to ensure that no foreign
substance or water enters the device.
Do not expose your device to moisture or hot and humid environments.
Do not expose the inside of your device to water and do not insert
foreign objects into the battery compartment.
After removing the module, put it back into the device as soon as
possible to avoid damage to the device’s interior.
Do not forcefully separate the module without pressing the Module
Release button.
Never remove the module when the device is in use.
Do not insert a module from another device that is not compatible with
your device’s service provider and service area.
Be careful not to hurt your hands when inserting or removing the
module.
Follow the instructions contained in your device manuals to ensure the
battery and module are inserted correctly. Failure to insert the battery
and module correctly may result in damage to the device or device
malfunction.
Only use the USB cable and charger provided with your device. The use
of third party USB accessories may damage the device and void the
manufacturer’s limited warranty.
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Precautions when handling the battery
When attaching or separating the battery from the module, do not bend the
battery. This may damage the plastic cap on the battery.
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Removing the SIM Card
SIM card/microSD card tray slot location
SIM Card
microSD Card
Removing the SIM card
The SIM card is pre-installed in your smartphone. If you need to replace
your SIM card, refer to the following instructions.
1. Insert the ejection pin that came with your phone into the hole on the
card tray to partially eject the tray from its slot. Carefully pull the card tray
out (as shown below).
2. Remove the SIM card from the card tray.
3. Carefully insert the card tray back into the slot and close it.
CAUTION Do not insert the ejection pin without turning the phone off first. Ejecting the card
tray with a mounted microSD card could damage the card or the data stored on it.
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Inserting and Removing a Memory Card
Inserting a microSD card
1. Insert the ejection pin that came with your phone into the hole on the
card tray to partially eject the tray from its slot. Carefully pull the card tray
out (as shown below).
2. Insert the microSD card with the gold contacts facing down and toward
the phone (as shown).
3. Carefully insert the card tray back into the slot and close it.
NOTE The microSD card can be easily damaged by improper operation. Please be careful when
inserting, removing, or handling it.
To remove the microSD card
1. Eject (unmount) the microSD card.
Tap the Home Button
> Settings > Storage & USB > the Eject icon
2. Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the card tray and pull the card tray
out (as demonstrated in the previous instructions).
3. Carefully remove the microSD card from the card tray.
> touch and hold the Recent Apps Button
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To eject (unmount) the microSD card
It’s important to eject (unmount) the microSD card prior to removing it from
the phone to avoid damage to it or the data saved on the card.
1. Tap the Home Button
> touch and hold the Recent Apps Button .
2. Tap Settings > Storage & USB.
3. Tap the Eject icon
NOTE When your phone is powered on, it will automatically mount an inserted microSD card.
To manually mount an ejected microSD card, tap SD card > Mount in the Storage &
USB settings menu.
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Charging Your Phone
Your phone comes with a USB cable and a charger adapter. You can
connect them together and charge from a power outlet, or you can use the
USB cable alone to charge from your computer.
NOTE Please only use an approved charging accessory to charge your LG phone. Improper
handling of the USB/Charger Port, as well as the use of an incompatible charger, may
cause damage to your phone and void the warranty.
1. Correctly orient the USB cable with the charger adapter and connect
them. As shown below, the B side on the USB cable and the LG logo on
the adapter will face toward you.
Charger Adapter
USB Cable
2. The USB/Charger Port is located at the bottom of the phone. Insert the
cable's plug with the port.
3. Plug the charger adapter into a power outlet to begin charging.
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Charging with the USB Cable
USB Cable
You can use your computer to charge your phone. To be able to charge with
the USB cable, you need to have the necessary USB drivers installed on
your PC first. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB/Charger Port on
your phone (as shown above) and connect the other end to a USB port on
your PC. It’s best to use the rear USB port when connecting to a desktop
PC. The USB hub should be powered by an external power source.
NOTE You may experience a slower charging rate when charging from your computer.
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Optimizing Battery Life
You can extend your battery’s life between charges by turning off features
that run in the background. You can also monitor how apps and system
resources consume battery power.
Tips to extend the life of your battery
Reduce the screen brightness and set a shorter screen timeout.
Turn off radio communications (such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
you're not actively using. (Note that the GPS receiver is only turned on
when you’re using an app that makes use of it.)
Turn off automatic syncing for Gmail, Calendar, Contacts, and other apps
if you don’t need it.
NOTES s Allowing other devices to use your device's hotspot connection will drain your battery
more quickly.
s If you accidentally press the Power/Lock button while the phone is in your pocket, the
proximity sensor prevents the screen from turning on in order to save battery power.
To check the battery charge level
Tap the Home Button > touch and hold the Recent Apps Button >
Settings > Battery.
The battery level (as a percentage of fully charged) and the battery status
(Charging or Discharging) is displayed at the top of the screen.
Enable the Battery percentage on Status Bar switch to display the
percentage of remaining battery charge on the Status Bar next to the
battery icon.
Tap Battery saver to view and/or modify your Battery saver settings.
To monitor and control what uses the battery
The Battery usage screen allows you to see which apps are consuming the
most battery power. Information on this screen allows you to identify
downloaded apps you may want to turn off when not being used, so you
can get the most out of your battery power.
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, GPS, etc.) that
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Tap the
Home Button > touch and hold the Recent Apps Button >
Settings
> Battery > Battery usage.
OR
Tap the
Home Button >
Settings
> About phone > Battery > Battery usage.
The top of the Battery usage screen displays a usage graph and below it,
battery usage times. It lists all of the apps or services using battery power
from the greatest amount of energy used to the least amount.
Tap an app or service in the Battery usage screen to see details about its
power consumption. Different apps or services offer different kinds of
information, and they may even include options to modify the settings so
you can reduce power consumption by that app (or stop running the app).
touch and hold the
Recent Apps Button >
Battery saver
Battery saver changes certain settings to conserve battery power until you
can recharge your phone. If you turn Battery saver On, it will automatically
activate when the battery charge level drops to the level you set. If Battery
saver is off, you’ll be prompted to turn on Battery saver when the battery
reaches low levels.
Tap the Home Button
Settings
> Battery >
From the Battery saver screen, tap Turn Battery saver on, then select
to activate Battery saver immediately, or when the charge drops to 5%
or 15%. If you turn off Battery saver, when the battery charge becomes
low, a notification prompts you to turn it on.
Enable the Restrict apps in background option to conserve more of
your battery power while in Battery saver mode.
Enable the Block use of Always-on display option to conserve more of
your battery power while in Battery saver mode.
After you modify the Battery saver settings to your preferences, tap the
switch
> touch and hold the Recent Apps Button >
Battery saver.
to toggle it On (blue) or Off (gray).
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Turning Your Phone On and Off
Turning your phone on
Press and hold the Power/Lock button
the screen turns on.
Turning your phone off
1. Press and hold the Power/Lock button until the Phone options menu
appears.
2. Tap Power off.
3. Tap POWER OFF to confirm that you want to turn off the phone.
Turning the screen on using the KnockON feature
The KnockON feature allows you to double-tap the screen to easily turn the
screen on or off.
While the screen is off, quickly double-tap the center of the screen to
turn on the backlight and display the Lock screen.
Quickly double-tap the Status Bar, an empty area on the Home screen,
or the Lock screen to turn the screen off.
NOTES sThe backlight will not turn on if the proximity sensor is covered.
s When the screen is off and you double-tap the screen with Knock Code activated,
the Knock Code grid is displayed for you to enter your Knock Code.
Turning the screen on using the Knock Code feature
If your Lock screen unlock sequence is set to a Knock Code, tap your
Knock Code on the darkened screen to automatically turn on the backlight
and unlock the screen at the same time.
TIP When the screen is in timeout and a Knock Code is set, pressing the Power/Lock button
NOTES
displays the Lock screen (e.g., to check the time). You can tap your Knock Code to
unlock the screen or press the Power/Lock button
to turn the backlight back off.
sEnter the incorrect Knock Code 5 times and a caution is displayed. Enter it incorrectly
again and you'll be prompted to enter your backup PIN to unlock your phone.
s Use a fingertip instead of a fingernail to tap your Knock Code on the screen.
for a couple of seconds until
again (or double-tap the Status Bar)
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Setting up the Knock Code feature
1. Tap the Home Button > touch and hold the Recent Apps Button >
Lock screen settings.
2. Tap Select screen lock > Knock Code.
3. Tap the squares in a pattern (from 6 to 8 taps) to set your Knock Code,
tap DONE, enter it again, then tap CONFIRM.
NOTE You'll be prompted to enter and confirm a back up PIN.
To unlock the phone
If you don’t use the phone for a while, the screen and backlight will turn off
to conserve battery power. To unlock the phone’s default Lock screen:
NOTE The default Lock screen simply locks the screen to prevent unintentional actions. For
more security to guard against unauthorized use, you can set an unlock requirement
(such as a Knock Code, pattern, PIN, password, or fingerprint) that will need to be
entered to unlock it.
1. Turn the screen on.
Press the Power/Lock button
NOTE Avoid covering the proximity sensor when turning the screen
on. Doing so, prevents the screen from turning on.
OR
Quickly double-tap the center of the screen
(KnockON).
2. From the center of the screen, swipe in any direction
.
to unlock it.
To use a shortcut, swipe upward across the
shortcut icon (at the bottom of the screen). The screen will unlock and
launch the app.
NOTE You can set the shortcut apps you want in the Lock screen settings.
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Your Google Account
You must sign into a Google Account to use Gmail, Hangouts, Google
Calendar, and other Google apps; to download apps from Play Store; to
back up your settings to Google servers; and to take advantage of other
Google services on your phone.
IMPORTANT
s If you don’t sign into a Google Account during setup, you're prompted to sign in or to
Setting up your Google Account
No matter if you use Setup Wizard or launch an application that requires a
Google Account (such as Play Store or Gmail), you'll be guided.
1. Enter your email and tap NEXT.
2. Enter your password and tap NEXT.
3. Follow the rest of the instructions on the screen.
create a Google Account the first time you start an app that requires one, such as
Gmail or Play Store.
s When you sign in, you’re prompted to enter your username and password using the
on-screen keyboard.
s After you sign in, your contacts, Gmail messages, Calendar events, and other
information from these apps and services on the web are synchronized with your
phone.
s If you have an enterprise account through your company or other organization, your IT
department may have special instructions on how to sign in to that account.
NOTE If you don't already have a Google Account, tap Or create a new account and follow the
on-screen prompts to create your new account.
Your Gmail, Google Contacts, and Google Calendar events will all be
synchronized with your phone automatically.
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Anti-Theft Guide
You can set up your device to prevent other people from using it if it’s been
reset to factory settings without your permission. For example, if your device
is lost, stolen, or wiped, only someone with your Google Account or screen
lock information can use the device.
All you need to make sure your device is protected is:
Set a screen lock: If your device is lost or stolen but you have a screen
lock set, the device can’t be erased using the Settings menu unless your
screen is unlocked.
Enable the Secure start-up lock: If your device is lost or stolen, but
you've locked your start-up, it can't be powered on unless your unlock
requirement is entered.
Add your Google account on your device: If your device is wiped but
you have your Google account on it, the device can’t finish the setup
process until your Google account information is entered again.
After your device is protected, you’ll need to either unlock your screen or
enter your Google account password if you need to do a factory reset. This
ensures that you or someone you trust is doing the reset.
NOTE Do not forget your Google account and password you had added to your device prior to
performing a factory reset. If you can't provide the account information during the setup
process, you won't be able to use the device at all after performing the factory reset.
Touch Screen
Your touch screen provides an excellent way to interact with and use your
Android™ phone. With the touch of your finger, you can download and use
available apps, make menu selections, and access data saved to your
phone.
Touch or tap A single finger touch selects items. For example, tap an
icon (e.g., an app, widget, or folder), tap words (e.g., menu selection or to
answer an on-screen question), or touch letters and numbers to type.
NOTE Don't press too hard on the screen. It's sensitive enough to detect a light, firm tap.
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Touch and hold Touch an item on the screen and don't lift your finger
until an action occurs. For example, to open a context menu for a contact,
touch and hold the contact entry until the menu pops up.
Drag Touch and hold an item for a moment and then, without lifting your
finger, move your finger on the screen until you reach the target position.
For example, you can drag items on the Home screen to reposition them.
Swipe, slide, or flick Move your finger quickly across the surface of the
screen, without pausing when you first touch it (so you don’t drag an item
instead). For example, you can browse through the Home screens by
swiping left and right, slide the screen up or down to scroll through a list,
or remove an app from the Recent apps screen by flicking its graphic off
the screen.
Double-tap Tap the screen twice quickly to zoom, highlight text, or turn
the screen on/off. For example, quickly double-tap a section of a web
page to zoom that section to fit the width of the screen and control the
zoom in Maps and in other apps. Double-tap a word to highlight it.
Double-tap can also activate the KnockON feature to turn the screen on or
off.
NOTE Certain Accessibility features (such as Touch zoom) use a triple-tap gesture to zoom or
activate functions.
Multi-touch Use your index finger and thumb in a pinch motion (to zoom
out) or spread motion (to zoom in) when using Chrome, a map, photos,
the rear camera lens, and in lists (e.g., Contacts, Groups, the Messaging
list, and a music list). Spread apart to make screen information larger
(easier to see and read), or pinch together to view more area and
information. The pinch gesture also affects the Home screen. Spread
apart on the Home screen to hide all of your Home screen items, then
pinch in to redisplay them.
Rotate the screen From many apps and menus, the orientation of the
screen adjusts to the phone’
s physical orientation by rotating the screen.
You can deactivate this function in the Display settings menu.
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Getting to Know the Home Screen
The Home screen is your starting point to access all of the features on your
phone using simple motions on the screen. It’s comprised of multiple
panels (swipe horizontally to switch). You can customize all of your Home
screen panels with app shortcuts, icons, widgets, folders, and other
features.
Status Bar
Shows device status
information, including the
time, signal strength, battery
status, and notification icons.
App Icon
Tap an icon (app, widget,
folder, etc.) to open and use it.
Quick Access Bar
Icons that provide easy,
one-touch access to the
functions used most often.
Google Search Widget
Tap to open the Google app.
Home Touch Buttons
Displayed on all screens, these
buttons allow you to easily navigate
within the device software.
Quick Access Bar icons
The Quick Access Bar is located on all of your Home screen panels to allow
quick and easy access to the apps you use most often.
Modifying the Quick Access Bar icons
Rearrange: Touch and hold the icon to move, then drag it to another
position in the Quick Access Bar or on a Home screen panel.
Add: Touch and hold the icon on your Home screen, then drag the icon
you want onto the Quick Access Bar. The Quick Access Bar can
accommodate up to 7 icons. Drag an icon on top of an icon in the Quick
Access Bar to create a folder with multiple apps in it.
Remove: Touch and hold the icon to remove from the bar, then drag it to
another location on your Home screen.
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Home Touch Buttons
The Home Touch Buttons are displayed in a bar at the bottom of all of the
screens to provide easy navigation within the device software.
Back Button: Tap to back up one step at a time and close on-screen
items such as pop-up messages, the on-screen keyboard, etc.
Home Button: Tap to immediately return to the Home screen. Touch
and hold it to access the Google shortcut.
Recent Apps Button: Tap to display the apps you've recently used (your
open websites may also be displayed). Touch and hold it to access
available options for the current screen or app.
NOTE You can choose whether or not to display your open websites in the Recent Apps
screen. From the Chrome app, tap the Options icon
apps (enable or disable the setting).
> Settings > Merge tabs and
Modifying the Home Touch Buttons
You can change which buttons are displayed in the Home Touch Buttons
Bar, as well as how they’re displayed.
> touch and hold the Recent Apps Button >
1. Tap the Home ButtonSettings > Display > Home touch buttons.
2. Select the modification you want to change.
Tap Button combination to select which Home Touch Buttons you
want in the bar and their location within the bar. Choose from the
Back Button, the Home Button, the Recent Apps Button, the
Notification Button, the Capture+ Button, and the QSlide Button.
Tap Background color to set the button color. Choose White or Black.
Tap Hide Home touch buttons to hide the Home Touch Buttons on
the apps you select. To access the Home Touch Button Bar from
those apps, swipe upward from the bottom of the screen to
temporarily redisplay them.
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To return to the Home screen
Tap the Home Button
at any time, from any app.
To view other Home screen panels
Swipe (or flick) your finger left or right across the Home screen's sliding
panels. You can activate the Smart Bulletin panel and/or add additional
panels to allow more space for icons, widgets, shortcuts, and other
items.
NOTE The far left panel is reserved for Smart Bulletin. This panel can be activated or
deactivated, but it can't be deleted or moved.
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The white dot (above the Quick Access Bar) indicates the current Home screen panel.
Tap any of the Home screen panel indicator dots (above the Quick
Access Bar) to immediately jump to that panel.
Home Screen Panel Indicator
Hiding items on the Home screen
Place two fingers on the screen, then spread them apart to hide the items
on your Home screen so that only your wallpaper, the Status Bar, the Home
screen indicator dots, and the Home Touch Buttons Bar are displayed. To
redisplay your Home screen with all of its icons and widgets, pinch in on
the screen or tap the Back Button
NOTE The device automatically reverts to the full screen view after screen timeout.
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Using Dual View
Slide the screen right or left to view
different Home screen panels.
Dual View Icons
Dual view allows you to easily customize your Home screen. Touch and
hold an empty spot on a Home screen panel to view your Home screen on
top and the Dual view icons (Widgets, Wallpapers, Grid, and Home screen settings) on the bottom. Flick sideways to scroll through the Home screen
panels to display the panel you want. Tap Dual view icon you want to use.
From Grid or Home screen settings, tap the change(s) you want to make.
From Widgets, scroll horizontally through the choices. Touch and hold the
one you want, then drag it onto the Home screen panel you want and
complete your selection as necessary.
TIP If you drag the widget to the right edge of the screen, it creates a new Home screen
panel.
NOTE The Quick Access Bar isn't displayed while in Dual view.
To return to the full screen view, tap the Back Button or tap one of the
Home screen panels.
NOTE The device automatically reverts to full screen view after screen timeout.
EasyHome screen version
EasyHome is a more simplified version of the Home screen that you can
choose to use on your phone.
Tap the Home Button
> touch and hold the Recent Apps Button >
Home screen settings > Select Home > EasyHome.
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