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About this user guide

Thank you for choosing this LG product. Please carefully read this user guide before using the device for the first time to ensure safe and proper use.

• Always use genuine LG accessories. The supplied items are designed

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

• Descriptions are based on the device default settings.

• Default apps on the device are subject to updates, and support for

these apps may be withdrawn without prior notice. If you have any questions about an app provided with the device, please contact an LG Service Centre. For user-installed apps, please contact the relevant service provider.

• Modifying the device’s operating system or installing software from

unofficial sources may damage the device and lead to data corruption or data loss. Such actions will violate your LG licence agreement and void your warranty.

• Some content and illustrations may differ from your device, depending

on the area, service provider, software version, or OS version, and are subject to change without prior notice.

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

your device are licensed for limited use. If you extract and use these materials for commercial or other purposes, you may be infringing copyright laws. As a user, you are fully responsible for the illegal use of media.

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

uploading, downloading, auto-syncing and location services. To avoid additional charges, select a data plan suitable to your needs. Contact your service provider to obtain additional details.

Instructional notices

WARNING: Situations that could cause injury to the user and third

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

NOTE: Notices or additional information.

parties.

device.

2About this user guide

Table of contents

Custom-designed Features

6 Multi-tasking feature 7 quick share 8 Gallery features 11 Google Assistant

Basic Functions

13 Product components and

accessories

14 Parts overview 16 Turning the power on or off 17 Installing the SIM card 19 Inserting the memory card 20 Removing the memory card 20 Battery 24 Touch screen 27 Home screen 36 Screen lock

39 Memory card encryption 40 Taking screenshots 41 Entering text 44 Do not disturb

Useful Apps

46 Installing and uninstalling apps 47 App trash 48 App shortcuts 49 Phone 52 Messaging 53 Camera 60 Gallery 64 Contacts 66 QuickMemo+ 68 Clock 69 Calendar 69 Tasks 70 Music 71 Calculator 71 E-mail 72 Audio Recorder 72 FM Radio

73 File Manager 73 Smart cleaning 73 LG Mobile Switch 74 Downloads 74 SmartWorld 75 RemoteCall Service 75 Chrome 75 Google apps

107 More information 108 FAQ

For Your Safety

Settings

79 Settings 79 Network 89 Sound 90 Display 91 General

Appendix

102 LG Language Settings 102 LG Bridge 103 Phone software update 105 Anti-Theft Guide 106 Open Source Software Notice

Information

106 Trademarks

LIMITED WARRANTY

137 LIMITED WARRANTY

STATEMENT

4Table of contents

Custom-designed Features

Multi-tasking feature

Multi-Window

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

While using an app, touch and hold then select an app from the recently-used apps list.

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

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

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

screen.

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

downloaded apps.

from the Home touch buttons,

Overview screen

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

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on the Home touch buttons.

• Touch and hold an app and drag it to the top of the screen to start the

app with the Multi-Window feature. You can also tap each app.

at the top of

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.

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

You can also swipe the icon towards the opposite direction to see what other apps you can use to share your photos and videos.

quick share icon

• The app displayed by the quick share icon may vary, depending on the

type and frequency of access to the apps installed on the device.

• This feature is available only in specific modes.

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Gallery features

Creating a movie

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

Tap , select an album, and then tap Create movie.

Select images or videos for your movie and tap NEXT.

Edit the selected images and videos and then tap SAVE.

Deleting files

You can select images or videos to delete from your video by tapping at the top right corner of its thumbnail.

Adding files

You can select images or videos to add after tapping select the images or videos you have already previously added.

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You can also

Rearranging files

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

Adding file effects

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

Resetting the movie edits

You can reset the edits made to the movie (e.g. play time) by tapping .

Previewing a file

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

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

• The playback time for an image is 3 seconds by default and it cannot be

changed. Videos can be trimmed down to a minimum of 1 second.

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

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Making a GIF

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

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

Select the length of the GIF you want to create.

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

time.

• For videos less than 10 seconds, GIF images are automatically

generated for the remaining time.

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

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

You can also create a GIF file from the Gallery.

While viewing an album, tap Create GIF.

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

NEXT.

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

and file order.

Tap SAVE.

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

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Google Assistant

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

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

Google account.

Launching Google Assistant

Press and hold from the Home screen to launch Google Assistant.

Tap GET STARTED.

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

• The device saves your voice data for recognition.

Launching Google Assistant with your voice

Say “Ok Google” when the screen is locked.

Say a command or question when

screen.

Launching Google Assistant from the Home screen

Touch and hold from the Home screen.

Say a command or question when

screen.

Hi, how can I help?

appears on the

• Voice recognition accuracy may decrease if you speak with an unclear

voice or in a noisy place. When you use the voice recognition feature, increase its accuracy by speaking with a clear voice in a quiet place.

* The

Hi, how can I help?

software version.

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message may change depending on the

Basic Functions

Product components and accessories

The following items are included with your device.

• Device

• USB cable

• Charger

• The items described above may be optional.

• The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may

vary depending on the area and service provider.

• Always use genuine LG Electronics accessories. Using accessories made

by other manufacturers may affect your device's call performance or cause malfunctions. This may not be covered by LG's repair service.

• Some of the device parts are made of tempered glass. If you drop your

device on a hard surface or subject it to severe impact, the tempered glass may be damaged. If this happens, stop using your device immediately and contact an LG Service Centre.

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

you purchased your device.

• To purchase additional items, contact an LG Service Centre.

• Some items in the product box are subject to change without notice.

• The appearance and specifications of your device are subject to change

without notice.

• Device specifications may vary depending on the area or service provider.

• Quick Start Guide

• Battery

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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

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• Proximity/Ambient light sensor

- Proximity sensor: During a call, the proximity sensor turns off the screen and disables touch functionality when the device is in close proximity to the human body. It turns the screen back on and enables touch functionality when the device is outside a specific range.

- Ambient light sensor: The ambient light sensor analyzes the ambient light intensity when the auto-brightness control mode is turned on.

• Volume keys

- Adjust the volume for ringtones, calls or notifications.

- While using the Camera, gently press a Volume key to take a photo. To take continuous shots of photos, press and hold the Volume key.

- Press the Volume Down (-) key twice to launch the Camera app when the screen is locked or turned off. Press the Volume Up (+) key twice to launch Capture+.

• Power/Lock key

- Briefly press the key when you want to turn the screen on or off.

- Press and hold the key when you want to select a power control option.

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

specifications.

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

damage the touch screen.

• Screen-protective film or accessories may interfere with the proximity

sensor.

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

or buttons may not function properly.

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Turning the power on or off

Turning the power on

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

• When the device is turned on for the first time, initial configuration

takes place. The first booting time for the smart phone may be longer than usual.

Turning the power off

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

Power control options

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

• Power off: Turn the device off.

• Power off and restart: Restart the device.

• Turn on Airplane mode: Block telecommunication-related functions,

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

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Installing the SIM card

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

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

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

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

contacts facing downwards.

SIM card

Lower slot

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• This device supports only Nano SIM cards.

Nano Micro Standard

• For problem-free performance, it is recommended to use the phone

with the correct type of SIM card. Always use a factory-made SIM card supplied by the service provider.

To remove the SIM card

Push the pin on the left of the SIM card slot to the right as indicated in the image below.

Precautions when using the SIM card

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

issues caused by loss or transfer of a SIM card.

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

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Inserting the memory card

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

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

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

Insert the memory card into the memory card slot.

Memory card (optional)

Upper slo

• 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.

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

lifespan.

Removing the memory card

Unmount the memory card before removing it for safety.

Tap Settings General Storage .

Remove the back cover and pull out the memory card.

• Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or

accessing information. This may cause data to be lost or corrupted, or may damage the memory card or the device. LG is not responsible for losses that result from the abuse or improper use of memory cards, including the loss of data.

Battery

Installing the battery

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

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

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Insert the battery.

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

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

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

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

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Removing the battery

Open the back cover and pull out the battery.

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

damage the device.

Charging the battery

Before using the device, fully charge the battery.

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• Do not use the external terminal, charging cable or gender for the

device in presence of moisture. This may cause fire, electric shock, injury, or device malfunction. If there is moisture, stop using the device immediately and remove the moisture completely.

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

• Make sure to use an LG-approved charger and charging cable. Charging

the battery with a third-party charger may cause the battery to explode or may damage the device.

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

device, stop charging it.

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

charged. This prevents unnecessary power consumption.

Precautions when using the device

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

substances or water enter the device.

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

metallic object or water.

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

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

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

damage the device.

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Using the battery efficiently

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

Stop apps and functions from running in the background to increase battery life.

To minimize battery consumption, follow these tips:

• Turn off the Bluetooth

them.

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

• Minimize the screen brightness.

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

• Check the battery level while using 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.

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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.

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

damage the touch sensor.

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• A touch screen failure may occur if you use the device near a magnetic,

metallic or conductive material.

• If you use the device under bright lights, such as direct sunlight, the

screen may not be visible, depending on your position. Use the device in a shady location or a location with an ambient light that is not too bright and bright enough to read books.

• Do not press the screen with excessive force.

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

• Touch control may not work properly if you tap while wearing a glove or

by using the tip of your fingernail.

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

• The touch screen may not function properly if a screen-protective film

or accessory purchased from a third party store is attached to the device.

• Displaying a static image for extended periods of time may result in

after-images or screen burn-in. Turn off the screen or avoid displaying the same image for a long time when you do not use the device.

Home screen

Home screen overview

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

on any screen to directly go to the Home

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Home screen layout

You can view all apps and organize widgets and folders on the Home screen.

Status bar

Weather widget

Google search widget

Folder

Page icon Quick access area

Home touch buttons

• The Home screen may differ depending on the manufacturer policy, user

settings, software version or service provider.

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

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

specific area.

• Google search widget: Perform a Google search by inputting spoken

or written keywords.

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

• Page icon: Display the total number of Home screen canvases. You

can tap the desired page icon to go to the page you selected. The icon reflecting the current canvas will be highlighted.

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

they can be accessed from any Home screen canvas.

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• 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.

• Several functions, including QSlide, Notification and Capture+, are

provided.

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Status icons

When there is a notification for an unread message, calendar event or alarm, the status bar displays the corresponding notification icon. Check your device’s status by viewing notification icons displayed on the status bar.

No signal

Data is being transmitted over the network

Alarm is set

Vibrate mode is on

Bluetooth is on Connected to a computer via USB Battery level

Airplane mode is on

Missed calls

Wi-Fi is connected

Mute mode is on

GPS is on

Hotspot is on

No SIM card

• Some of these icons may appear differently or may not appear at all,

depending on the device's status. Refer to the icons according to the actual environment and area in which you are using the device and your service provider.

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

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Notifications panel

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

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

downwards or tap

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

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

corresponding function appears.

• You can use the notifications panel even on the lock screen. Drag the

notifications panel while the screen is locked to quickly access the desired features.

EDIT

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Switching the screen orientation

You can set the screen orientation to automatically switch according to the device’s physical orientation.

On the notification panel, tap Rotation from the quick access icon list. 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.

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

then drag it to another location.

• To add a widget to the Home screen, touch and hold on a blank area of

the Home screen, then select Widgets.

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

screen, then select Wallpaper & theme

You can also tap Theme, then select a theme to apply to the device.

Settings Display Wallpaper & theme

Theme.

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• To configure the Home screen settings, touch and hold on a blank area

of the Home screen, then select Home screen settings. See

screen settings

for details.

Home

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

of the Home screen, then select App trash. See

App trash

for details.

• To change the default screen, touch and hold on a blank area of the

Home screen, move to desired screen, tap

, then tap the screen once

more.

Default screen

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Viewing the background theme

You can view only the background image by hiding the apps and widgets on the Home screen.

Spread two fingers apart on the Home screen.

• To return to the original screen, which displays apps and widgets, pinch

your fingers on the Home screen or tap

Moving apps on the Home screen

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

• To keep frequently used apps at the bottom of the Home screen, touch

and hold an app, then drag it to the quick access area at the bottom.

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

Home screen.

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Using folders from the Home screen

Creating folders

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

• A new folder is created and the apps are added to the folder.

Editing folders

On the Home screen, tap a folder and do one of the following actions.

• To edit the folder name and colour, tap the folder name.

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

release it.

• To remove an app from the folder, touch and hold the app and drag it

to outside the folder. If there is only one app remaining in the folder, the folder is removed automatically.

• You can also add or remove apps after tapping

• You cannot change the folder colour while using downloaded theme.

in the folder.

Home screen settings

You can customize the Home screen settings.

Tap Settings Display Home screen.

Customize the following settings:

• Select Home: Select a Home screen mode.

• Wallpaper: Change the Home screen background wallpaper.

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

screen canvas switches.

• Icon shape: Choose if you want icons to have square or rounded

corners.

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

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

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

screen.

• Loop Home screen: Enable to allow continuous Home screen

scrolling (loop back to first screen after the last screen).

• Search: Search by swiping down on the Home screen.

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.

• A screen lock prevents unnecessary touch input on the device screen

and reduces battery consumption. We recommend that you activate the screen lock while not using the device.

Setting a screen lock

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

Tap Settings General Lock screen & security Select

screen lock and then select the method you prefer. Customize the following settings:

• None: Deactivate the screen lock function.

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

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

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

• Password: Enter an alphanumeric password to unlock the screen.

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Secure start-up settings

When you select Pattern, PIN or Password as a screen lock method, you can configure your device to be locked whenever turning on the device in order to secure your data.

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

unlock the device.

• If you forget your decryption password, you cannot restore encrypted

data and personal information.

Precautions for the secure start-up feature

• If you forget your decryption password, you cannot restore encrypted

data and personal information.

• Be sure to keep your screen lock passwords separately.

• If you enter the screen lock passwords incorrectly more than the

specified times, the device automatically resets itself and the encrypted data and your personal information are deleted automatically and they cannot be restored.

• Be cautious not to enter incorrect screen lock passwords more than

the specified times.

• When you turn on the device right after the device reboots, encryption

also starts. If you stop the encryption arbitrarily, the data may be damaged. Be sure to wait until the reboot is completed.

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KnockON

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

• 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.

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

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

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

Turning the screen on

Double-tap the middle of the screen.

• Tapping the top or bottom of the screen may decrease the recognition

rate.

Turning the screen off

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

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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 Lock screen & security Encryption

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

CONTINUE to continue. Select an option and tap ENCRYPT NOW.

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

memory card after encryption.

• Full encryption: Encrypt all the data currently saved on the memory

card.

• Exclude media files: Encrypt all files, except for media files such as

music, photos and videos.

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

PIN or password.

• Once memory card encryption starts, some functions are not available.

• 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 if the battery level is sufficient before starting encryption.

• Encrypted files are accessible only from the device where the files were

encrypted.

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

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

• 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.

Encrypt SD card.

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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.

• 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

• 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

Writing notes on a screenshot

• See

General and turn on Shortcut keys.

for details.

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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.

• 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.

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

manually type every letter of the word.

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.

Drag / to specify the area to copy or cut.

Select either CUT or COPY.

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

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

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

not appear.

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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.

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

Select and paste an item from the clip tray.

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

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

• Tap

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

to delete the items saved to the clip tray.

• Tap

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

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Do not disturb

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

Settings Sound Do not disturb.

Tap

• Mode: Select the mode you want:

- Priority only: Receive sound or vibrate notifications for the selected

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

- Total silence: Disable both the sound and vibration.

• Select priorities: Receive alarms and the notifications for the selected

apps.

- App notifications: Select apps to receive the notifications.

- Calls from: Set up a range of notifications when receiving a call.

- Repeated calls: Second call from same caller within 15 min is not

silenced.

- Messages from: Set up a range of notifications when receiving a

message.

• SCHEDULE: Set the schedule for which you want to turn on the Do

not disturb feature.

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Useful Apps

Installing and uninstalling apps

Installing apps

Access an app store to search and download apps.

• You can use SmartWorld, Play Store or the app store provided by your

service provider.

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

• Some apps may charge fees.

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

on your pricing plan.

• 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 Delete at the top of the screen.

• Uninstalled apps can be reinstalled within 24 hours of uninstallation.

App trash

See

Uninstalling by using the settings menu

Tap Settings General Apps & notifications App info, select an app, then tap Uninstall.

for details.

Uninstalling apps from the app store

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

• Some apps cannot be uninstalled by users.

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Installing and uninstalling apps during the setup

When you turn on the device for the first time, you can download recommended apps.

You can skip to the next step without installation.

App trash

You can view the uninstalled apps on the Home screen. You can also reinstall apps within 24 hours of uninstallation.

Tap Management App trash.

Alternatively, you can also touch and hold an empty area of the Home screen, then tap App trash.

Activate the desired function:

• Restore: Reinstall the selected app.

: Remove the uninstalled apps permanently from the device.

•

• 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.

• 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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App shortcuts

On the Home screen, touch and hold an app icon such as Phone, Message, Camera, Gallery and Settings to display a quick access menu. Use apps more easily through App Shortcuts.

• This feature is available only on some apps.

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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.

Make a call by using a method of your choice:

• Enter a phone number and tap

• Touch and hold a speed dial number.

• Search for a contact by tapping the initial letter of a contact name

in the contact list, and then tap

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

• See

Adding contacts

speed dial list.

for details on how to add phone numbers to the

Making a call from the contact list

Tap Contacts.

From the contact list, select a contact and tap .

Answering a call

To answer a call, drag

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

call/end button on the headset.

• To end a call without turning off the screen, tap

Network with the Power key.

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Call Answer and end calls and then activate End call

across the incoming call screen.

Settings

Rejecting a call

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

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

across the screen.

• To add or edit a rejection message, tap

Call blocking & Decline with message Decline with message.

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

Power/Lock key to mute ringtone or vibration, or to hold the call.

Settings Network Call

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

Call logs.

tap

Functions accessible during a call

During a call, you can access a variety of functions by tapping the on-screen buttons:

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

• Hold: Hold a call.

• Dialpad: Display or hide the dial pad.

• Speaker: Turn on the speakerphone function.

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

party.

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

connected.

: End a call.

•

: Access additional call options.

•

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

provider.

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Making a three-way calling

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

During a call, tap Add call.

Enter a phone number and tap .

• 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.

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

provider for more information.

Viewing call records

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

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

selected contact, tap

• To delete call records, tap

• 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.

Tap Call settings and then configure the options to suit your

preferences.

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Messaging

Sending a message

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

• Sending messages abroad may incur additional charges. Consult with

your service provider for more information.

Tap .

Specify a recipient and create a message.

• To use multimedia options, tap

• To access optional menu items, tap

Tap to send the message.

Reading a message

You can view exchanged messages organized by contact.

Tap .

Select a contact from the message list.

Configuring messaging settings

You can change messaging settings to suit your preferences.

Tap .

Tap Settings from the message list.

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Camera

Turn the flash on

Starting the camera

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

Tap

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

soft cloth.

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

foreign substance.

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

device.

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

overview

for details.

or off.

Switch between

front and rear

cameras.

Apply a film filter

effect.

Select a camera

mode.

Change the

camera options.

Gallery

Open Gallery.

Take photos.

Record videos.

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Taking a photo

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

Tap to take a photo.

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

take a photo.

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

the Volume Down (-) key twice. Tap Shortcut keys.

Settings General

Recording a video

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

Tap .

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

• To pause the video recording, tap

tap

Tap to end the video recording.

. To resume the video recording,

Customizing the camera options

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

on the screen.

Tap

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

camera) and the selected camera mode.

• : Select values for aspect ratio and size for taking photos.

: Select values for resolution and size for recording videos.

•

: Set the timer to automatically take photos or record videos after a

•

specified period of time.

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Obtain photos in vivid colours and get compensated

HDR

Cheese shutter Take photos with voice commands.

Scan QR code

Tag locations Save the image with GPS location data.

Grid

Storage

Help Provide Help for each camera menu.

effects even when they are taken against the light. These functions are provided by the high dynamic range (HDR) technology equipped in the camera.

Allow you to scan QR codes on the camera preview screen.

Display guide grids 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

Selfie shot

Save as flipped Save as flipped images after taking selfies.

Gesture view

• When using the front camera, you can adjust the filter.

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Take a selfie by selecting its option between Gesture shot and Auto shot.

Allows you to view the photo immediately after taking a photo.

Burst shot

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

• Continuous shots are taken at a fast speed while

• You can take up to 30 photos.

is held down.

Other useful features in the Camera app

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 swipe the screen in any direction to

• 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.

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

then use the displayed +/- slide bar.

• You can also drag the

only in specific modes.

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

mode.

button up or down. This feature is available

Selfie shot

You can use the front camera to 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.

• In three seconds, a photo is taken.

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

Selfie shot

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

the camera can detect them.

• This feature may not be 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.

• The white coloured guide frame appears when the front camera

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

• 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 with the Gesture shot mode selected, show

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

• Four photos are taken at about two second intervals.

Gesture view

After taking a selfie with the front camera, you can preview the selfie immediately by placing the screen close to your face.

• Tap Gesture view to enable the Gesture view feature.

• Only one preview is available each time a photo is taken.

• If you rotate the device while in preview screen, the screen switches to

camera mode.

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Save as flipped

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

• When using the front camera, you can change how selfies are taken in

the camera options. See

Customizing the camera options

for details.

Gallery

Gallery overview

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

Tap .

• Saved photos and videos are displayed by folder.

Tap a folder and select a file.

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

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

next photo.

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

the video.

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

software.

• Some files may not be opened due to encoding.

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

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Viewing photos

Add to or remove

from your

favourites.

Back to the

previous screen.

Write a memo on

a photo.

Edit images.

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

items, tap the screen again.

Writing a memo on the photo

While viewing a photo, tap .

Write a memo on the photo and tap SAVE.

• The memo is applied to the photo.

• Some photos may not support the photo memo feature.

Editing photos

While viewing a photo, tap .

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

Tap SAVE to save changes.

• The changes are overwritten to the original file.

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

Save copy.

Start the camera.

Access additional options.

Delete images.

Share images.

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Playing a video

Open with QSlide.

Automatically

Create a movie using

Pause or play the

Touch and hold to

Making a GIF file.

video.

Tap to play

previous video.

rewind.

Choose screen

ratio.

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

or down.

• To adjust the screen brightness, drag the left side of the screen up or

down.

Editing videos

While viewing a video, tap .

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

Adjust the resolution.

Revert the edit.

Tap SAVE to save changes.

Access additional options.

Tap to play next video. Touch and hold to fast-forward.

Lock or unlock the screen.

Edit the video.

create a 15 sec, 30 sec or 60 sec video clip.

various effects. Launch the

KineMaster video editor.

Select a section to change the play speed.

Adjust the video duration.

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Creating a movie

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

Creating a movie

See

for details.

Making a GIF

You can easily make a GIF file using recorded video.

Making a GIF

See

for details.

Deleting files

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

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

from the file list and delete the desired files.

• Tap

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

restored to the Gallery within 7 days.

to completely delete the files. In this case, the files cannot be

• Tap

restored.

Sharing files

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

• While viewing a photo, tap

you want.

• While viewing a video,

you want.

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

• Tap

you want.

to share the file by using the method

Share to share the file by using the method

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Contacts

Contacts overview

You can save and manage contacts.

Essentials Contacts.

Tap

Adding contacts

Adding new contacts

On the contact list screen, tap .

Enter contact details and tap SAVE.

Importing contacts

You can import contacts from another storage device.

On the contact list screen, tap Manage contacts Import.

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

import, and then tap OK. Select the vCard file(s) and tap IMPORT.

Adding contacts to the speed dial list

On the contact list screen, tap Speed dial.

Tap Add contact from a speed dial number.

Select a contact.

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Searching for contacts

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

from the top of the contacts list and then enter the contact

• Tap

information or phone number.

• Scroll the contact list up or down.

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

contact.

• Tap from the top of the contacts list and then enter the contact

information or phone number to display all search details from call logs, contacts and groups.

Contacts list

Editing contacts

On the contact list screen, select a contact.

On the contact detail screen, tap and edit details.

Tap SAVE to save changes.

Deleting contacts

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

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

delete, then tap Delete contact.

Delete on the contact list screen.

• Tap

Adding favourites

You can register frequently used contacts as favourites.

On the contact list screen, select a contact.

On the contact detail screen, tap .

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Creating groups

On the contacts group list, tap .

Enter a new group name.

Tap Add members, select contacts, then tap ADD.

Tap SAVE to save the new group.

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+.

Tap to create a note.

: Save a note.

•

: Undo the previous edit.

•

: Redo the recently deleted edits.

•

: Enter a note by using the keypad.

•

: Write notes by hand.

•

: Erase handwritten notes.

•

: Zoom in or out, rotate or erase the parts of a handwritten note.

•

: Access additional options.

•

Tap to save the note.

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Writing notes on a photo

Tap QuickMemo+.

Tap to take a photo, then tap OK.

• The photo is automatically attached into the notepad.

Tap or to write notes on the photo.

• Write notes by hand on the photo.

• Enter text below the photo.

Tap to save the note.

Writing notes on a screenshot

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

downwards and then tap

• The screenshot appears as the notepad background theme. Memo

tools appear at the top of the screen.

Crop the image (if necessary) and take notes as desired.

• Write notes by hand on the photo.

Tap and save the notes to the desired location.

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

• 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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Clock

Alarm

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

Tap Essentials Clock Alarm.

Tap to add a new alarm.

Configure the alarm settings and tap SAVE.

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

• To delete an alarm, tap

and hold the alarm.

World clock

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

Tap Essentials Clock World clock.

Tap and add a city.

Timer

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

Tap Essentials Clock Timer.

Set the time and tap Start.

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

Tap Stop to stop the timer alarm.

at the top of the screen. You can also touch

Stopwatch

You can use the stopwatch to record a lap time.

Tap Essentials Clock Stopwatch.

Tap Start to initiate the stopwatch.

• To record a lap time, tap Lap.

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Tap Pause to pause the stopwatch.

• To resume the stopwatch, tap Resume.

• To clear all the records and restart the stopwatch, tap Reset.

Calendar

Calendar overview

You can use the calendar to manage events and tasks.

Adding events

Tap Essentials Calendar.

Select a date and then tap .

Enter event details and tap SAVE.

Syncing events

Tap Calendars to sync, and select a calendar to sync.

• 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.

Tasks

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

Tap Essentials Tasks.

Tap to add a task.

Enter task details and then tap SAVE.

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Music

Back to the previous

Add to or delete from your

You can play and manage songs or music albums.

Tap Essentials Music.

Select a category.

Select a music file.

screen.

Pause or play.

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.

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

software.

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

• 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.

Access additional options. Switch to the playlist.

Turn on the camera flash to blink to the beat of the song played.

Select a repeat mode.

Configure the audio settings.

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

favourites.

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Calculator

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

Tap Essentials Calculator.

Use the keypad to make a calculation.

• To use scientific calculator, drag the slide bar located in the right side

of the screen to the left.

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

E-mail

Use the E-mail application to send and receive emails from your webmail or other accounts, using POP3 or IMAP, or access your Exchange account for your corporate E-mail needs.

Set up E-mail account

Your phone supports several types of e-mail accounts and allows you to have multiple E-mail accounts set up at one time.

Before setting up an e-mail account, make sure you have the username (user ID), password, server name, etc., so you can get set up successfully.

Tap Essentials E-mail.

Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your e-mail account.

• The e-mail account is set up and you will begin receiving e-mail.

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Audio Recorder

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

Tap Essentials Audio Recorder.

• To save the recording’s location details, tap

under Location.

• To add an event, tap

event to the desired date.

Tap .

• To pause recording, tap

Tap to end the recording.

• The file is saved automatically and the recorded files screen appears.

Tap to play the recorded voice.

• Ta p to view the recorded files. You can play a recorded voice file from

the list.

Add tags Add under Event. Then, add an

Add tags Add

FM Radio

You can listen to FM radio.

FM Radio.

Tap

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

function as the radio antenna.

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

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File Manager

You can view and manage files saved on your device.

Tap Management File Manager.

Tap and select the desired storage location.

Smart cleaning

You can use Smart cleaning to diagnose the device’s condition and optimize it.

Tap Management Smart cleaning

Or on the settings screen, tap General

Smart cleaning

LG Mobile Switch

You can transfer data from your old LG device to a new LG device.

Tap Management LG Mobile Switch.

You can also tap Switch.

Follow the on-screen instructions to select a desired method for

transfer.

• 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 the Play Store are stored on the Drive app automatically.

• Fully charge the battery before transferring data to avoid unintentional

powering off during the process.

Settings General Backup LGMobile

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Downloads

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

Management Downloads.

Tap

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.

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

on your pricing plan.

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

provider.

Tap Services SmartWorld.

Tap LG Account then sign in.

Select and download the desired content items.

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RemoteCall Service

Your device can be remotely diagnosed for resolving issues. First, make a phone call to an LG Customer Service Centre as follows

• To use this function, first you must agree to usage of the function.

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

on your pricing plan.

Tap Services RemoteCall Service.

Connect a call to an LG Customer Service Centre.

After the call connects, follow the service associate’s instructions to

enter a six-digit access number.

• Your device is remotely connected and the remote support service

starts.

Chrome

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.

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

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Calendar

The Calendar app allows you to track your schedule of events, organized by day, week, month, year, or agenda.

Docs

Create documents or edit documents created online or from another device. Share and edit documents together with others.

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.

Duo

Make a video call with your family, friends and anyone else who uses the app.

Google

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

Gmail

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.

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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.

Sheets

Create spreadsheets or edit spreadsheets created online or from another device. Share and edit spreadsheets together with others.

Slides

Create presentation material or edit presentation material created online or from another device. Share and edit presentation material together with others.

YouTube

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

Google Assistant

Your device has the Google Assistant built in. Ask it questions. Tell it to do things. It’s your own personal Google. Touch and hold the will see “Hi, how can I help?”, after which you can say your voice command.

• The Google Assistant is not available in all languages.

and then you

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Settings

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

Settings.

Tap

• Tap and enter a keyword in the search box to access a setting item.

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

• Tap

using the Tab view.

Network

Wi-Fi

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

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

On the settings screen, tap Network Wi-Fi.

Tap to activate it.

• Available Wi-Fi networks appear automatically.

Select a network.

• You may need to enter the network’s Wi-Fi password.

• 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, tap the network and then tap FORGET.

Wi-Fi network settings

On the settings screen, tap Network Wi-Fi.

• Switch to mobile data: If the mobile data connection function is

activated but the device cannot connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi connection, the device automatically connects to the Internet via the mobile data connection.

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• This feature depends on the service provider.

• : Customize Wi-Fi network settings.

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 Network Wi-Fi Advanced Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi Direct.

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

Select a device.

• Connection occurs when the device accepts the connection request.

• 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 Network Bluetooth.

Tap to activate it.

• Available devices appear automatically.

• To refresh the device list, tap

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

Select a device from the list.

Follow the on-screen instructions to perform authentication.

• This step is skipped for previously accessed devices.

Sending data via Bluetooth

Select a file.

• You can send multimedia files or contacts.

Tap Bluetooth.

Select a target device for the file.

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

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

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Mobile data

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

Turning on mobile data

On the settings screen, tap Network Mobile data.

Tap to activate it.

Customizing mobile data settings

On the settings screen, tap Network Mobile data.

Customize the following settings:

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

• Limit mobile data usage: Set a limit for mobile data usage to block

mobile data if the limit is reached.

: Customize mobile data settings.

•

Call

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

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

provider.

On the settings screen, tap Network Call.

Customize the settings.

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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.

On the settings screen, tap Network Tethering USB tethering

and then tap

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

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

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

www.lg.com

• 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.

• Operating systems that support tethering are Window XP or higher, or

Linux.

to activate it.

and install it on the computer.

Wi-Fi Calling

You can use Wi-Fi calling to improve your coverage and to make phone calls over a Wi-Fi network when the network is available.

To set your connection preferences:

On the settings screen, tap Network Wi-Fi Calling Connection

preferences. Tap which network you want to use for calls.

• Wi-Fi preferred (Default): Use Wi-Fi for calls. If Wi-Fi is

unavailable, use cellular network.

• Cellular network preferred: Use cellular network for calls. If cellular

network is unavailable, use Wi-Fi.

• Never use cellular network: Use only Wi-Fi for calls. Do not use

cellular network, even if available.

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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 Network Tethering Wi-Fi hotspot

and then tap Tap Set up Wi-Fi hotspot, and enter the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and

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

network on the Wi-Fi list. Enter the network password.

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

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

• More information is available at this web site:

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

to activate it.

Timeout

When the Wi-Fi hotspot has not been used for a specific period of time, it is automatically disconnected. You can set the time for automatic disconnection.

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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 Network Tethering Bluetooth

tethering and then tap Turn on Bluetooth on both devices and pair them.

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

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

• More information is available at this web site:

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

to activate it.

NFC

You can use the device as a transportation card or credit card. You can also share data with the other device.

On the settings screen, tap Network NFC.

Tap to activate it.

• Touch your device with other device that supports NFC to allow

sharing data.

• NFC antenna may be located differently depending on the device type.

See

Parts overview

Settings

for details about the NFC antenna area.

LG AirDrive

You can use your LG account to manage files saved on the device from a computer. You do not need a USB connection.

On the settings screen, tap Network LG AirDrive.

Use a single LG account to sign in to LG Bridge on the computer and

LG AirDrive on the device.

• LG Bridge software can be downloaded from

Manage files on the device from the computer.

www.lg.com

Printing

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

On the settings screen, tap Network Printing.

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

app store.

Select print service.

Tap to activate it.

Select a printer from the printer list screen.

• To add a printer, tap

• To search for a printer name, tap

Settings from the printer list screen.

• Tap

Select a file and tap Print.

• The document prints.

Add printer.

Search.

• If you do not have a Google account, tap Add account to create an

account.

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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 Network Airplane mode.

Tap TURN ON in the confirmation screen.

Mobile networks

You can customize the mobile networks settings.

On the settings screen, tap Network Mobile networks.

Customize the following settings:

• VoLTE: Use high-quality voice calls and communication services on

LTE.

• Data roaming: Browse the web, use emails, multimedia messages

and other data services overseas.

• Network mode: Select a network type.

• 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.

• Network operators: Search for network operators and connect

automatically to a network.

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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 Network VPN.

Tap .

• 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

screen lock

Enter VPN details and tap SAVE.

for details.

Configuring VPN settings

Tap a VPN from the VPNS list.

Enter the VPN user account details and tap CONNECT.

• To save the account details, select the Save account information

checkbox.

Setting a

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Sound

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

• Sound profile: Change the sound mode to Sound, Vibrate only, or

Silent.

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

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

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

contact.

• Ring with vibration: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone

simultaneously.

• Flash alert for incoming call: Flash blinks according to LG ringtone.

• Notification sound: Select a notification ringtone. Set music saved on

the device as a notification ringtone.

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

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

• Vibration type: You can select the type of vibration when receiving

calls.

• Vibrate on tap: Set the device to vibrate when you tap certain items

on the screen.

• Dialing keypad sound: Select the keypad sound effect.

• LG Keyboard sound: Select LG keyboard sound effect.

• Touch sound: Select a sound effect for tapping an item.

• Screen lock sound: Select a sound effect when the screen is locked or

unlocked.

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Display

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

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

screen settings

• Wallpaper & theme: Select the wallpaper, theme, icon for your device.

• Font: Change the font size, boldness, or type.

• Home touch buttons: Rearrange Home touch buttons or change their

background colours.

• Display size: Set the items on the screen to a size easy for you to see.

Some items may change position.

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

to reduce eye strain.

• 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.

• Auto: Set the device so that the screen brightness is automatically

adjusted in accordance with the ambient light intensity.

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

device’s orientation.

• Screen timeout: Automatically turn off the screen when the device is

left idle for a specified period of time.

• 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.

Home

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General

Lock screen & security

You can customize lock screen and security settings.

• Google Play Protect: Scan the device periodically for potentially

harmful codes or apps.

• Find My Device: Remotely track the device location. You can also

protect your data securely if you lost your device.

• Security update: Check for software update and configure automatic

installation settings.

• Select screen lock: Select the desired screen lock method. See

a screen lock

• Customize Lock screen: Change the information displayed on the

locked screen.

• Secure lock settings: Change the secure lock settings.

• Content lock: Allows you to set a lock type (PIN or pattern) for your

QuickMemo+ and Gallery files.

• Location: You can customize how your location information is used by

particular apps.

• Encryption & credentials: Configure the settings for SD card

encryption and credentials.

- Encrypt SD card: Encrypt the memory card to prevent use on

another device. See

- Secure start-up: Protect your device with a lock when it powers on.

See

- Credential protection: View the type of the storage where the

security certificate will be saved.

- Trusted credentials: View your system’s root CA certificates and

user-installed CA certificates.

- User credentials: View and change secure certificate information

stored on your device.

for details.

Memory card encryption

Secure start-up settings

for details.

Setting

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- Install from storage: Install a secure certificate from a storage.

- Clear credentials: Delete user-installed secure certificates and

related credentials.

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

password (PIN).

• Make passwords visible: Enable this option to briefly show each

character of the password as you type it so you can see what you’ve entered.

• Phone administrators: Allows privileges to restrict the control or use

of the device to particular apps.

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

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

be used.

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

Apps & notifications

You can check a list of installed apps, and configure the settings for notifications, app permissions, and more.

On the settings screen, tap General Apps & notifications.

Customize the settings.

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Battery

You can view the current battery information or turn on power-saving mode.

On the settings screen, tap General Battery.

Customize the following settings:

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

select a specific item.

• Battery percentage on status bar: Display the remaining battery

level as a percentage on the status bar.

• Battery saver: Reduce battery consumption by cutting down some

device settings, such as the display brightness, speed and vibration intensity.

• Power saving exclusions: Select apps to use without any

functional limitation while in power saving or battery optimization mode.

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.

Customize the following settings:

• 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.

• 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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Accounts

You can add users to share your device and register a cloud account.

On the settings screen, tap General Accounts.

Customize the settings.

Accessibility

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

On the settings screen, tap General Accessibility.

Customize the following settings:

• Vision

TalkBack: Set the device to notify screen status or actions

via voice.

Voice notifications: Set the device to read the caller

information via voice.

Font: Change the font size, boldness, or type. Display size: Set the items on the screen to a size easy for

you to see. Some items may change position.

Touch zoom: Zoom in or out by tapping the screen three

times.

Window zoom: Zoom in or out within a window and invert

the colour.

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

black for a high contrast screen.

Screen colour inversion: Increase the display colour

contrast for people with low vision.

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

Power/Lock key.

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• Hearing Captions: Turn on the subtitle service when playing

videos for the hearing impaired.

• Hearing

Flash alerts: Set the device to notify you with a blinking

light for incoming calls, messages and alarms.

• Hearing

Mute all sounds: Mute all sounds and lower volume on

the receiver.

• Hearing

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

slide bar to change the balance.

• Motor & cognition

Touch assistant: Turn on the touch board to

make buttons and gestures easier to use.

• Motor & cognition

Touch input: Set the desired delay time for

touching and holding or adjust the touch input to ignore repeated taps.

• Motor & cognition

Physical keyboard: Customize the keyboard

settings.

• Motor & cognition

Auto mouse click: Automatically click the

mouse pointer in case of no movement.

• Motor & cognition

Touch and hold for calls: Answer or decline

calls by touching and holding the call button instead of dragging it.

• Motor & cognition

Screen timeout: Turn off the screen

automatically when the device is left idle for a specified period of time.

• Motor & cognition

Touch control areas: Limit the touch area

so that only a particular portion of the screen can be controlled by touch input.

• Accessibility features shortcut: Quickly access a frequently used

function by tapping

three times.

• Auto-rotate screen: Automatically change the screen orientation

according to the physical position of the device.

• Select to Speak: Allows you to tap items to hear spoken feedback.

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

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Google

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

On the settings screen, tap General

Google.

Smart cleaning

You can use Smart cleaning to diagnose the device’s condition and optimize it.

On the settings screen, tap General

Smart cleaning.

Gaming

You can configure settings for game tools, graphics and battery saving feature.

• Game tools: Tap

feature by tapping the game tool icon at the bottom of the screen while playing games.

• Game graphics: Adjust the game graphics.

• When you change the resolutions on some games, the screen display

feature may not work properly.

• Break time: Reduce the screen brightness and performance whenever

you leave the game running for more than 5 minutes.

to activate this feature. You can launch this

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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.

Tap to activate it.

• Press the Volume Up (+) key twice to launch Capture+ when the

screen is locked or turned off. Press the Volume Down (-) key twice to launch the Camera app.

KnockON

Double-tap the screen to turn the screen on or off. See

KnockON

for details.

Update centre

You can check and install the latest version of the app or software provided by LG.

On the settings screen, tap General Update centre.

Customize the following settings:

• App Updates: Check if an app update is available. If available, you

can install the update.

• Software Update: Check if a software update is available. If

available, you can install the update.

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Language & input

You can customize language and keyboard settings for your device.

On the settings screen, tap General Language & input.

Customize the following settings:

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

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

keyboard to use when entering text.

• On-screen keyboard: Allows you to customize the Gboard, LG

keyboard or Google voice typing settings.

• Physical keyboard: Select to use the physical keyboard, or check

keyboard shortcut keys.

• Spelling correction: Allows you to set various options for the

Google Spell Checker.

• Autofill service: Enable this option to enter your information saved

in your account such as password, address, or credit card number with a single tap. You can also disable this option, use Google Autocomplete, or add a new service account.

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

output.

• Pointer speed: Adjust the pointer speed of a mouse or trackpad.

• Reverse mouse buttons: Reverse the right mouse button to

perform primary direct-manipulation actions.

Date & time

You can customize date and time settings for your device.

On the settings screen, tap General Date & time.

Customize the settings.

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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.

Tap to set a time slot to retrieve data.

Backup

You can back up data saved on your device to another device or account.

On the settings screen, tap General Backup.

Customize the following settings:

• LG Mobile Switch: Allows you to transfer data from an old LG

device to your new LG device. See

• Backup & restore: Back up your device data or restore data to your

device from a backup.

• Resetting your device may delete backup files saved in storage. Make

sure to copy and store the important backup files to your PC.

• Google backup: Change Google drive backup settings. You can

also check the backup account currently used, or add a new backup account.

LG Mobile Switch

for details.

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