User Guide [UG template version 16a] [vgm_lg_Stylo3_ug_en_070317_d3]
Table of Contents Getting Started .............................................................................................................................................. 1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 2 About the User Guide ................................................................................................................... 2 Set Up Your Phone .....................
Overview screen ................................................................................................................. 31 Phone Number ............................................................................................................................ 31 Airplane Mode ............................................................................................................................. 31 Enter Text.....................................................................................
Add Folders to the Home Screen ....................................................................................... 52 Making Connections .................................................................................................................................... 53 Phone Calls and Voicemail ................................................................................................................. 54 Place and Answer Calls .....................................................................
Send a Multimedia Message (MMS) ................................................................................... 74 Save and Resume a Draft Message ................................................................................... 75 New Messages Notification ................................................................................................ 76 Manage Message Conversations ....................................................................................... 76 Text and MMS Options .......
Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer ................................................................ 89 Wi-Fi ............................................................................................................................................ 90 Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network ............................................................ 90 Configure Wi-Fi Settings .....................................................................................................
Edit Pictures .............................................................................................................................. 105 Share Pictures and Videos ....................................................................................................... 106 Send Pictures or Videos by Email .................................................................................... 106 Send a Picture or Video by Multimedia Message .............................................................
Entertainment and Activities ............................................................................................................. 122 Google Play Music App ............................................................................................................. 122 Play Music with Google Play ............................................................................................ 122 Google Play Music Screen Layout ............................................................................
Notification LED ........................................................................................................................ 138 More .......................................................................................................................................... 138 Display Settings ................................................................................................................................ 140 Home Screen ............................................................
Virgin Mobile Account Information and Help ............................................................................. 161 Manage Your Account ...................................................................................................... 161 Top-Up Your Account ....................................................................................................... 162 Anti-Theft Guide ...................................................................................................................
Getting Started The following set of topics will introduce you to your phone, help you get set up with service, provide an overview of the phone screen, and get you started with basic phone operations.
Introduction The following topics describe the basics of using this guide and your new phone. About the User Guide Thank you for purchasing your new LG Stylo 3. The following topics explain how best to use this guide to get the most out of your phone. Before Using Your Phone Read the Important Information booklet that was packaged with your phone thoroughly for proper usage. Accessible services may be limited by subscription contract conditions.
Set Up Your Phone The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your phone and wireless service for the first time. Parts and Functions These topics illustrate your phone’s primary parts and key functions. Note: Your phone's screens and apps layouts are subject to change. This user guide uses sample images only. Phone Layout The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary external features and buttons.
Touchscreen Displays all the information needed to operate your phone, such as the applications, call status, the Contacts list, the date and time, and the signal and battery strength. Back Key Returns to the previous screen. It also closes pop-up display items such as menus and dialog boxes. Microphone Transmits your voice for phone calls or records your voice or ambient sounds for voice recordings and videos. Home Key Returns to the home screen.
Flash Helps you take pictures and video in dim lighting. CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the phone. Battery Use The following topics explain how to insert and remove your phone’s battery. Battery Cautions Storage: Avoid storing or leaving battery with no charge remaining. Saved information and settings may become lost or changed, or battery may become unusable. Charge once every six months before storing or leaving unused for a long period.
1. Remove the back cover. Lift gently in the direction shown. 2. Insert the battery. Align the contacts of the battery with the contacts in the phone.
3. Attach the battery cover. Make sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover.
Remove the Battery Follow these instructions to remove your phone’s battery. Always power the phone off before removing the battery. 1. Remove the back cover. Lift gently in the direction shown. 2. Remove the battery. Lift upward gently as shown.
Charge the Battery Your phone is equipped with a Li-Ion battery. It allows you to recharge your battery before it is fully drained. The battery provides up to 25 hours of continuous digital talk time. You can charge your phone’s battery using either the included AC adapter or via a USB connection with your computer. Charge Using the AC Adapter 1. Plug the USB cable into the charger/accessory port at the bottom of your phone. 2. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the AC adapter. 3.
1. Insert the small end of the USB cable into the charger/accessory port at the bottom of your phone. 2. Insert the large end of the USB cable into an external USB port on your computer. 3. After charging, remove the USB cable from both the phone and the computer. Nano SIM Card The Nano SIM card is an IC (Integrated Circuit) card containing phone number and other customer information. Handling the Nano SIM Card Keep the following in mind when handling a Nano SIM card.
Insert Nano SIM Card Follow these instructions to insert a Nano SIM card. Remember to power off your phone before inserting a Nano SIM card. 1. Remove the back cover. Lift gently in the direction shown.
2. Insert the Nano SIM card. Insert gently with gold IC chip facing downward. 3. Insert the battery.
4. Attach the back cover. Make sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover. microSD Card Your phone supports the use of an optional microSD card (not included) to expand its storage capacity. Some cards may not operate properly with your phone. microSD card Cautions Data: Information stored on the microSD card can become lost or changed accidently or as a result of damage. It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of important data.
1. Remove the back cover. Lift gently in the direction shown. 2. Insert the microSD card. Insert the microSD card all the way gently without bending and with the terminals facing down. Insert only microSD cards.
3. Insert the battery. 4. Attach the back cover. Make sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover. Unmount and Remove the microSD Card Follow these instructions to unmount and remove a microSD card. Always unmount the microSD card before removing it from your phone, and always power the phone off before inserting or removing a microSD card.
1. Tap > Tools > Settings > General tab. 2. Tap Storage. 3. Tap . The status of the SD card changes from Ejecting to Ejected. The card is now unmounted. 4. Press and hold the Power/Lock Button button and then tap Power Off > POWER OFF to turn off your phone. 5. Remove the back cover. Lift gently in the direction shown. 6. Remove the battery. 7. Slide the microSD card out of the slot to remove it. 8. Insert the battery and replace the back cover. (See Insert the Battery.
5. Tap Format > FORMAT. All data on the microSD card is erased, and the card is formatted for use on your phone. Turn Your Phone On and Off The instructions below explain how to turn your phone on and off. Turn Your Phone On ■ Press and hold the Power/Lock Button. Your phone will power on. Depending on the settings, you may see the lock screen. See Lock and Unlock Your Screen and Select Screen Lock for information about using the screen lock.
Use the Touchscreen Your phone’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures. Tap When you want to type using the onscreen keyboard, select items onscreen such as application and settings icons, or press onscreen buttons by simply tapping or touching them with your finger. Touch and Hold To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and hold the item.
Swipe or Slide To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. Drag To drag, touch and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position.
Flick Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick strokes. This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as when flicking the contacts or message list. Rotate For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by turning the phone sideways. When entering text, you can turn the phone sideways to bring up a bigger keyboard.
Pinch and Spread “Pinch” the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom out or “spread” the screen to zoom in when viewing a picture or a Web page. (Move fingers inward to zoom out and outward to zoom in.) Activation and Service Before using your phone, you must set up your service with Virgin Mobile. You will need your phone’s serial numbers (MEID and ICC ID). These numbers can be found on the phone's packaging.
Activate Your Phone After setting up your account on virginmobileusa.com, simply turn your device on. Your device is designed to activate automatically. If you are swapping from another Virgin Mobile device to a new one, be sure to turn off the old device before swapping the serial number (MEID). Once the MEID swap is complete, turn on the new device and the programming information will be pushed to your device automatically. You can also start the activation process manually.
• EULA (End-User License Agreement) - Read the End-User License Agreement and tap the I agree check box if you agree to the terms. • Low power location estimation - Read the Low power location estimation information and tap the I agree check box if you agree to the terms. 3. Tap Done. Your setup is now complete. Follow the onscreen instructions to learn about basic touch menu navigation, view tutorials, or just get started.
Basic Operations The following topics outline basic features and operations of your phone. Warning: Your phone is an electronic device that generates heat during normal operation. Extremely prolonged, direct skin contact in the absence of adequate ventilation may result in discomfort or minor burns. Therefore, use care when handling your phone during or immediately after operation. Basics The following topics offer an overview of your phone’s basic operations.
■ Tap Overview to view a list of recently used applications. Phone Settings Menu You can customize your phone’s settings and options through the Settings menu. ■ Tap > Tools > Settings . – or – Drag the status bar down and tap > Settings . For more information, see Settings. Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation The default orientation for your phone’s screen is portrait (vertical), but many apps will change to landscape orientation (widescreen) when you rotate the phone sideways.
Capture Screenshots You can use your phone’s power and volume buttons to capture screenshots. ■ Press and hold the Power/Lock Button and Volume Down Button at the same time to capture a screenshot of the current screen. – or – Tap the Power/Lock Button once, then immediately press and hold it after. The current screenshot will be captured and stored in the Screenshots album in the phone’s Gallery. Tap > Gallery . Applications All installed apps can be accessed and launched from the home screen. 1.
2. Tap an app icon to launch the corresponding application. The application opens. Preinstalled Apps The following table outlines the primary apps that have been preinstalled on your phone. App Function/Service Google Camera Chrome Contacts Emergency Alert Gallery Management Messenger Basic Operations Access the Google applications. Take pictures and record videos using the front and rear cameras. Browse the Internet.
Phone Play Store QuickMemo+ Access the dial pad to make calls. Browse, search for, and download applications from the Google Play Store app. Allows you to take screen shots and write a memo using the images. Launches the LG SmartWorld app. LG SmartWorld Tools Access the File Manager, Calculator, Voice Recorder, Downloads applications, and more. Voicemail Use Visual Voicemail for a quick and easy way to access your voicemail.
● If you bend your finger or use the fingertip only, your fingerprint may not be recognized. Make sure that your finger covers the entire surface of the Power/Lock Button. ● Scan only one finger for each registration. Scanning more than one finger may affect fingerprint registration and recognition. ● The device may generate static electricity if the surrounding air is dry.
Managing Fingerprints You can edit or delete registered fingerprints. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > General tab > Fingerprints & security > Fingerprints. 2. Unlock according to the specified lock method. 3. From the fingerprint list, tap a fingerprint to rename it. To delete it, tap . Unlocking the Screen with a Fingerprint You can unlock the screen or view the locked content by using your fingerprint. Activate the desired function: 1.
● To stop the Multi-Window feature, touch and hold . Note: The Multi-Window feature is not supported by some apps, including downloaded apps. Overview screen The Overview screen provides a preview of your recently-used apps. To view the list of recently-used apps, tap ■ 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 at the top of each app preview.
2. Tap Turn on Airplane mode > TURN ON. Your phone is now in airplane mode. You will see the airplane mode icon in the status bar. Tip: You can also access airplane mode through the status bar menu. Drag the status bar down and tap Airplane mode > TURN ON. To turn off airplane mode: 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock Button to display the phone options menu. 2. Tap Turn off Airplane mode. Your phone’s wireless connection features are now restored.
QWERTY Keyboard You can enter text using the on-screen keyboard. The on-screen keyboard appears on the screen when you tap an available text entry field.
Phone Keyboard When T9 is off, to enter text, tap the key labeled with the desired letter until it appears on the screen. For example, tap Basic Operations once for “a”, twice for “b”, or three times for “c.
Tips for Editing Text Your phone gives you many options to make entering text easier, including copying, cutting, and pasting text, using voice-to-text input, customizing the user dictionary, using predictive text, and more. To cut/copy and paste: 1. Touch and hold a word to highlight it. 2. Drag the blue highlight markers to highlight the text you want. – or – To select all the text, tap > SELECT ALL in the context menu. To cancel the selection, simply tap unselected text or empty area. 3.
Split Keyboard Using Gesture The split keyboard feature allows you to use both hands to type while in landscape view. Each half of the keyboard withdraws to the left and right of the screen. Place both thumbs on the keyboard and slide them outwards in opposite directions. To change the keyboard height: 1. Tap > Keyboard height and layout > Keyboard height. 2. Drag the blue bar to adjust the keyboard height.
To change the bottom row keys: 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > General tab > Language & keyboard > LG Keyboard > Keyboard height and layout > QWERTY keyboard layout. 2. Drag to add or delete keys or change the order. To change to another character on the visible key, tap the key and choose the desired character that you want displayed. Note: This function does not support some languages.
Create a Google Account Using Your Phone 1. Tap > Tools Google. > Settings > General tab > Accounts & sync > ADD ACCOUNT > 2. Tap Google and then tap Or create a new account. 3. Follow the prompts to set up your account. Tap NEXT to proceed between steps, which may include: Enter your First name and Last name. Enter a desired Username. Enter and reenter a password. Create a security question and answer, enter a secondary email address to help you recover your password if you ever lose it.
Sign into Your Google Account If you have a Google Account but have not yet signed in with your phone, follow these instructions to sign in to your Google Account. 1. Tap > Tools Google. > Settings > General tab > Accounts & sync > ADD ACCOUNT > 2. Enter a Google Account and tap NEXT. Note: If you do not already have a Google Account, tap Or create a new account and follow the onscreen prompts to create your new account. 3. Enter your Password and tap NEXT. 4.
Google Play Store Google Play™ is the place to go to find new Android apps, books, movies, and music for your phone. Choose from a wide variety of free and paid content ranging from productivity apps and games to bestselling books and blockbuster movies and music. When you find what you want, you can easily download and install it on your phone. To access the Google Play store app, you must first connect to the Internet using your phone’s Wi-Fi or mobile data connection and sign in to your Google Account.
Request a Refund for a Paid App If you are not satisfied with an app, you can ask for a refund within 15 minutes of the purchase. Your credit card is not charged and the app is uninstalled from your phone. If you change your mind, you can install the app again, but you can’t request a refund a second time. 1. Tap 2. Tap > Play Store . > My apps & games. 3. Tap the app to uninstall for a refund. The details screen for the app opens. 4. Tap Refund, and then tap Yes to confirm.
2. Tap > My apps & games. 3. On the Installed screen, tap the app you want to uninstall, and then tap UNINSTALL > OK. The app is uninstalled and removed from your phone. Get Help with Google Play The Google Play store app offers an online help option if you have questions or want to know more about the app. 1. Tap 2. Tap > Play Store . > Help & feedback. The Web browser will take you to the Google Play Help Web page, where you will find comprehensive, categorized information about Google Play.
2. Swipe your finger across the screen to unlock it. The screen is unlocked. If you have set up a screen lock, you will be prompted to draw the pattern or enter the password or PIN. See Select Screen Lock. Unlock Your Screen Using the Knock Code Feature The Knock Code feature allows you to create your own unlock code using a combination of knocks (or taps) on the screen. To activate the Knock Code feature: 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Display tab. 2. Tap Lock screen. 3.
4. Use the 2x2 grid to create a sequence of knocks (or taps) to set your knock code. To unlock the phone using Knock Code: ■ While the screen is off, tap the same sequence you established anywhere on the screen. The home screen will be accessed directly. Update Your Phone From time to time, updates may become available for your phone. You can download and apply updates through the Settings > General tab > System updates menu.
Back Up All Data Prior to Update To back up your Gmail information: 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > General tab > Accounts & sync. 2. Tap the Auto-sync data option to enable the feature. If the Auto-sync option is on, email, Calendar and Contacts automatically synchronize whenever a change is made. If the Auto-sync option is off, tap the sync icon within the account field to reveal the account’s synchronization settings screen. 3.
Your phone automatically downloads and installs any available updates. You may be required to power your phone off and back on to complete the software upgrade. Alternatively, you can access system updates through the notification panel. 1. Locate the System Update Available icon in notifications. 2. Pull down the status bar. 3. Tap to open the System Updates screen. 4. Tap Download and follow the onscreen instructions. The downloading icon necessary files.
Your Phone's Home Screen The following topics describe how to use and customize your phone’s home screen, understand the status bar, and use the notifications window. Home Screen Basics The home screen is the starting point for your phone’s applications, functions, and menus. You can customize your home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more. Home Screen Layout Your home screen extends beyond the initial screen.
Overview Key Tap to access a list of your most recently-used apps. Touch and hold while using an app to use the Multi-window feature. Application Icons Tap an icon (application, folder, etc.) to open and use it. Status Bar Shows device status information including the time, signal strength, battery status, and notification icons. Extended Home Screens In addition to the main home screen, your phone features extended home screens provide more space for adding icons, widgets, and more.
Downloading Vibrate Network (full signal) Network (roaming) 4G LTE data service 3G (data service) Airplane mode Sync active Alarm set Battery (charging) Battery (full charge) Main Notification Icons Icon Notification Missed call New voicemail New email New Gmail New text or MMS message Event Your Phone's Home Screen 49
USB connection Warning Update available Update downloading Update successful Keyboard active More notifications available (pull down to view) Note: Additional notification icons may appear. All notifications may be accessed through the notification panel. Notification Panel Your phone’s notifications appear at the left side of the status bar, and you can access the full notification panel by pulling down the status bar.
Notification Panel Layout The notification panel gives you access both to notifications and the quick settings menu. Customize the Home Screen Learn how to set the wallpaper and add, move, or remove shortcuts, widgets, and folders from the home screen. Operations for Rearranging the Home Screen ● Moving Widgets and Icons: From home, touch and hold an item and then drag it to the desired location.
The wallpaper is set. Note: If you select Gallery, you will need to select an album and a picture. Once selected, use the crop tool to resize and position the image and then tap OK. Note: If you select Live Wallpapers, before you tap Set wallpaper, you can tap Settings to select custom animation settings, etc., for the live wallpaper. Add Widgets to the Home Screen You can add widgets to your phone’s home screen. Widgets are self-contained apps that display on a home screen.
Making Connections The following set of topics will cover your phone’s ability to help you make connections, from phone calls and maintaining contacts, to text messages, email, Internet, and international services.
Phone Calls and Voicemail The following topics outline the use of your device’s phone app to place and receive calls, use voicemail, set up and manage contacts, and more. Place and Answer Calls The following topics describe how to directly dial calls, how to answer incoming calls, and how to use the in-call screen options. Adjust In-Call Volume ■ Adjusting Call Volume: Press the Volume Buttons during the call. Troubleshooting Issue: Difficulty during call.
1. Tap > Phone > Dial tab. 2. Enter a phone number using the on-screen dialpad and tap . If you enter a wrong number, tap To erase the entire number, touch and hold You can open other applications during a call. The call is underway. Press the Volume Up/Down Buttons to adjust the call volume. Use the on-screen buttons to add another call, put a call on hold, to use the speakerphone, and for other options, as described in In-Call Screen Layout and Operations. 3.
To call the 9-1-1 emergency number normally or when your account is restricted: 1. Unlock the screen. For more information, see Lock and Unlock Your Screen. 2. Tap > Phone > Dial tab. 3. Tap . As long as you are in an area covered by wireless service, the emergency call is placed. Enhanced 9-1-1 (E 9-1-1) Information This phone features an embedded Global Positioning System (GPS) chip necessary for utilizing E 9-1-1 emergency location services where available.
Reject an Incoming Call ■ When a call arrives, drag in any direction to reject it. The ringtone or vibration will stop and call will be sent directly to voicemail. Reject a Call and Send a Text Message You can reject an incoming call and automatically send a text message to the caller. 1. When a call arrives, slide Decline with message up from the bottom of the screen. The ringtone or vibration will stop and you will see a list of preset text messages. 2.
● Dialpad to display the dialpad to enter additional numbers, for example, an extension or access code. For example: When you call your bank‘s 800 number, use your dialpad to enter your account number and PIN. ● Speaker to route the phone’s audio through the speaker (On) or through the earpiece (Off). Activate the speaker to route the phone’s audio through the speaker. (You can adjust the speaker volume using the volume buttons.) Deactivate the speaker to use the phone’s earpiece.
Call from Call Logs The Call logs list lets you quickly place calls to recent incoming, outgoing, or missed numbers. 1. Tap > Phone to display the phone app. 2. Tap the Call logs tab to display the Call logs list. 3. Tap an entry to display the call details. 4. Tap Call to place a call. 5. To end the call, tap . Voicemail The following topics describe how to set up and use your phone's voicemail and visual voicemail features.
Set Up Visual Voicemail Setting up Visual Voicemail follows many of the same procedures as setting up traditional voicemail. You should set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. Note: To set up your traditional voicemail box, see Voicemail Setup. 1. Tap > Voicemail . You’ll see a Welcome to Visual Voicemail screen. 2.
Important: Voicemail passcode – It is strongly recommended that you create a password when setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password, anyone who has access to your phone is able to access your voicemail messages. Review Visual Voicemail Visual Voicemail lets you easily access and select which messages you want to review. 1. Tap > Voicemail . You will see the voicemail inbox. 2. Tap a message to review it.
1. Tap > Voicemail . 2. From this initial screen, you can: Tap Tap to access New Voice SMS, New Avatar message, Search, Upgrade to Premium, Store, Help, and Settings. to view the voicemail messages in other folder: Inbox, Sent, Archive, and Trash. Configure Visual Voicemail Settings The Visual Voicemail settings menu lets you access settings for notifications, pictures, greetings, and more. 1. Tap > Voicemail 2. Tap > Settings and select from the following: .
• Mobile advertising preferences to manage participation in the Mobile Advertising Program, including enabling bonus app features. • Disable ads to control whether ads are displayed inside Voicemail. • Transcriptions displayed to transcribe Voicemails from voice to text. • Enable/Disable Free Trials to opt in or out of future free trials. • SMS delivery of voice message to allow voice message delivery via SMS to recipients who do not always have VoiceSMS capability.
Caller ID Blocking Caller ID identifies a caller before you answer the phone by displaying the number of the incoming call. If you do not want your number displayed when you make a call, follow these steps. 1. Tap > Phone 2. Tap > Dial tab. . 3. Enter a phone number. 4. Tap . Your caller information will not appear on the recipient’s phone. To permanently block your number, call Virgin Customer Service.
Note: If one of the people you called hangs up during your call, you and the remaining caller stay connected. If you initiated the call and are the first to hang up, all callers are disconnected. Call Forwarding Call Forwarding lets you forward all your incoming calls to another phone number – even when your phone is turned off. You can continue to make calls from your phone when you have activated Call Forwarding. Note: You are charged a higher rate for calls you have forwarded.
Blocked numbers under Call blocking & Decline with message You can set call rejections and manage the reject list. Digit filter under Call blocking & Decline with message Block calls based on the starting or ending digits in their number. Private numbers under Call blocking & Decline with message You can set call rejections from a private number. End calls with the Power key under Answer and end calls You can set the phone to end calls with the Power/Lock Button.
Hearing aids under More Tap to turn on hearing aid compatibility. Use the Call Settings Menu 1. Tap > Phone . The phone app opens. 2. Tap > Call settings. The call settings menu appears. 3. Configure your options. Tap a menu item to display its options. Select your options and follow the prompts to set them. Your call settings options are set.
Warning: 9-1-1 Emergency Calling – It is recommended that TTY users make emergency calls by other means, including Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS), analog cellular, and landline communications. Wireless TTY calls to 9-1-1 may be corrupted when received by public safety answering points (PSAPs), rendering some communications unintelligible. The problem encountered appears related to TTY equipment or software used by PSAPs.
Contacts The Contacts application lets you store and manage contacts from a variety of sources, including contacts you enter and save directly in your phone as well as contacts synchronized with your Google Account, your PC, compatible email programs (including Exchange Server), and your friends from compatible social networking applications. Contacts Cautions Information saved in Contacts may be lost or changed if the battery is removed for a long period or left uncharged.
1. Tap > Phone . 2. Enter a phone number. 3. To add the number to an existing contact, tap Update contact. To add a new contact, tap Create contact. For an existing contact, tap the contact name and select a number type for the new number. For a new contact, enter the name and any additional information. 4. Tap SAVE. The contact is added. View Contacts View a contact’s details by displaying a contact entry. 1. Tap Contacts > Contacts .
2. Tap a contact to view its details. Contacts Screen Layout The following illustration show’s your Contacts app layout and describes the various features. Item Description Groups tab Show contact groups. Contacts tab Show all contacts. Contact Tap to show a contact’s details.
Image Tap to show a thumbnail of the contact entry. Tap an icon to place a call, send a message, etc. Search Search contacts. Index Browse contacts by letter. Add new Add a new contact. Edit a Contact Once you’ve added a contact, you can add or edit any of the information in the entry, assign a caller ID picture, customize with a unique ringtone, and more. 1. Tap > Contacts . 2. Tap the contact to view its details. 3. Tap Edit . 4. Tap any field you want to change or add. 5.
2. Tap > Share. 3. Tap the contacts you want to share, then tap SHARE. 4. Choose the method for sending. Import Contacts You can import contacts from your internal storage directly to your Contacts application. 1. Copy the vCard files to your phone from your computer. 2. Tap > Contacts . 3. Tap > Manage contacts > Import. 4. Select where to import from and save to, then tap OK. 5. Tap the files you wish to import and tap IMPORT and IMPORT to confirm.
Messaging With wireless service and your phone’s messaging capabilities, you have the opportunity to share information through many different channels and accounts, including Messenger, Gmail (Google), personal and corporate email. Messenger You can send and receive text messages, photos, voice messages, and video using Messenger. When you receive a new message, you will be notified by your phone. Messaging is available via the Messenger application.
3. Tap the To field and enter a contact's names, phone numbers, or email addresses that you'd like to message. You can also pick from your top contacts or your whole contact list. 4. Tap . 5. Tap the text field and enter your message. 6. Tap . 7. Select a multimedia attachment type: Sticker: Diverse stickers are available. Take picture/Record video: Take a picture or record a video to insert in your message.
New Messages Notification Depending on your notification settings, the phone will play a ringtone, vibrate, or display the message briefly in the status bar when you receive a new text or multimedia message. To change the notification for new text and multimedia messages, see Text and MMS Options for details. A new message icon also appears in the notifications area of the status bar to notify you of a new text or multimedia message.
4. Once completed, tap . To return to the All messages screen from a text message thread, tap . Note: To view the details of a particular message, in the message thread, touch and hold the message to open the options menu, and then tap . Note: If a message contains a link to a web page, tap the message and then tap the link to open it in the web browser. Note: If a message contains a phone number, tap the message and then tap the phone number to dial the number or add it to your contacts.
Default SMS app: To change your default messenger app. Get notifications: Select whether to get notifications or not when a new message arrives. Notification sound: Allows you to select a ringer to sound when a new message is received. Tap this option, and then select a ringtone that is specific to new text and multimedia messages. A sample will briefly be played upon selection, then tap OK to save your new setting.
Create and Send a Gmail Message Use your phone to create and send Gmail messages. 1. Tap > Google > Gmail . The Gmail inbox opens. 2. In the inbox, tap . The Gmail composition window opens. 3. Enter the message recipient(s), subject, and message, and then tap Send . The Gmail message is sent.
1. Tap > Google > Gmail . The Gmail inbox opens. 2. Tap the message thread you want to view. The message thread opens, with the newest message displayed. Options when Reviewing Gmail Messages ● Replying to Gmail Messages: With the Gmail message open, tap Reply reply message, and tap Send ● To reply to all, tap , compose your . > Reply all. Forwarding Gmail Messages: With the Gmail message open, tap recipient and an additional message, and tap Send > Forward, enter a .
Mute Gmail Threads If registered on a mailing list, there will be threads with always-continuing conversations. For long threads that are not important, mute the threads and they will no longer appear in the inbox. When mail arrives that includes user's address as a recipient or in Cc, mail will again appear in the inbox. 1. Tap > Google > Gmail . The inbox opens. 2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark to it, and then tap > Mute. The thread is now hidden.
Add Another Google (Gmail) Account If you have multiple Gmail accounts you wish to view on your phone, you can add them from the Settings > Accounts & sync menu. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > General tab > Accounts & sync > ADD ACCOUNT. 2. Tap Google, and then tap Enter your email. 3. Enter your Gmail username and password, and then tap NEXT. 4. After your phone connects with the Google servers, select the items you would like to sync with your phone and then tap Sync now. 5. Tap Finish setup.
Account settings: Inbox type, Inbox categories, Notifications, Inbox sound & vibrate, Signature, Vacation responder, Sync Gmail, Days of mail to sync, Manage labels, Download attachments, and Images. Note: Available settings are subject to change.
Internet and Social Networking The following topics describe how to connect to and use the Internet on your phone, and how to access popular social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and Duo. Data Services General Information (4G LTE and 3G Networks) The following topics will help you learn the basics of using your data services, including managing your user name, launching a data connection, and navigating the Web with your phone.
Data Connection Status and Indicators Your phone displays the current status of your data connection through indicators at the top of the screen. The following symbols are used: Icon Status Network (full signal): The number of bars indicate the strength of the signal. More bars mean a better signal. Enhanced 4G LTE data service: Your phone is connected to the 4G enhanced LTE network. 3G (data service): Your phone is connected to the 3G network.
2. Navigate to the Web page you want to bookmark, and tap > . The Web page is added to bookmarks. Bookmark Options ● Editing Bookmarks: From the browser, tap > Bookmarks > > Edit > edit the favorite > . ● Deleting Bookmarks: From the browser, tap > Bookmarks > > Delete. View Browser History Use the browser menu options to view your browsing history. 1. Tap > Chrome . The browser opens. 2. Tap > History. The browser history window opens. 3. Tap an entry to open the Web page.
Facebook Post updates, read what your friends are up to, upload pictures and check-ins, and more with on-the-go Facebook access. Install the Facebook App on Your Phone Before you use Facebook on your phone, you must download and install the app from the Google Play store app. 1. Tap > Facebook . 2. Tap INSTALL (or UPDATE). The app will be downloaded and installed on your phone. 3. When the download has completed, tap OPEN. Tap > Facebook .
Install the Twitter App on Your Phone Before you can use Twitter on your phone, you have to download and install the app from Google Play. 1. Tap > Play Store . 2. Tap the Search icon and search for "twitter." 3. Tap Twitter from the results list. 4. Tap INSTALL (or UPDATE). The app will be downloaded and installed on your phone. 5. When the download has completed, tap OPEN. Tap > Twitter. Tweet on Twitter Read Twitter feeds, follow your friends, and tweet your own updates right from your phone.
Connectivity The following topics address your phone’s connectivity options, including USB file transfer and tethering, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, IR connectivity, and more. Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer You can use the supplied USB cable to connect your phone directly to your computer and transfer music, pictures, and other content files.
For most transfers, you'll want to use File transfer. To change the option, tap it in the Notifications window to open the storage settings, and then tap the desired option from the USB PC connection window. 4. On your computer, navigate to the detected device (such as through the My Computer menu) and open it. 5. If available, select a drive (SD card for microSD card or Internal storage for internal phone storage). 6.
Note: The next time your phone connects to a previously accessed secured wireless network, you will not be prompted to enter the password again, unless you reset your phone to its factory default settings or you instruct the phone to forget the network. Note: Wi-Fi networks are self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for your phone to connect to a Wi-Fi network. It may be necessary to provide a user name and password for certain closed wireless networks.
4. Tap > Advanced Wi-Fi > Wi-Fi Direct. 5. Tap a device with which to connect. If connected via Wi-Fi, you will see a confirmation. Follow the onscreen instructions. 6. Accept the connection on the other device. If a connection is not accepted after a certain period, the connection request is cancelled. To stop a connection, tap the device > OK. Tethering Use Tethering to share your device’s Internet connection with a computer that connects to your device via Wi-Fi hotspot or by Bluetooth. 1.
Important: Write down the passkey (password) for this communication (shown onscreen). Connect to Wi-Fi Hotspot 1. Enable Wi-Fi (wireless) functionality on your target device (laptop, media device, etc.). 2. Scan for Wi-Fi networks from the device and select your phone hotspot from the network list. 3. Select this phone and follow your onscreen instructions to enter the passkey (provided on the WiFi Hotspot page). 4. Launch your Web browser to confirm you have an Internet connection.
3. Tap the Bluetooth switch to turn Bluetooth on. To disable Bluetooth, tap the switch again. Tip: You can also turn Bluetooth on or off with the toggle menu in the Notifications window. Drag the status bar down to display the Notifications window and then tap Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth on or off. Note: Turn off Bluetooth when not in use to conserve battery power, or in places where using a wireless phone is prohibited, such as aboard an aircraft and in hospitals.
Your phone connects to the paired device. The pairing and connection status is displayed below the device’s name in the Bluetooth devices section. When the device is connected to your phone, the Bluetooth paired icon is displayed in the status bar. Depending on the type of device you have connected, you can then start using the headset or car kit to listen to music or make and receive phone calls.
The file is sent to your phone. When your phone receives a file, you will see a notification. To open the file immediately, drag the status bar down to display the Notifications window, and then tap the notification. When you open a received file, what happens next depends on the file type: • Media files and documents are usually opened directly in a compatible application. For example, if you open a music track, it starts playing in the default music application.
2. Select a device from the list of nearby devices that support SmartShare Beam. The file is sent to the device. Using Nearby Devices You can play multimedia files saved on a connected device from your device. 1. From the Gallery, select > Nearby devices. 2. Select a device from the device list. If the desired device is not seen on the device list, check that DLNA is turned on, then tap Search nearby devices. 3. Play content saved on the selected device.
Apps and Entertainment The following set of topics will explore the features that make your phone so much more than a phone, from the camera and productivity apps to music, entertainment, and more.
Camera and Video You can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. Your phone comes with a 13 megapixel camera that lets you capture sharp pictures and videos and a 5 megapixel front camera. Camera Overview The camera's viewfinder screen lets you view your subject and access camera controls and options. ● Flash to turn the flash On, Off or set it to Auto. ● Swap camera to swap between the rear camera lens and the front camera lens.
Steady recording: Activate the Steady recording for a stable video image. Tag locations: Save the image with GPS location data. Grid: Display guide grids to so that you can take photos or record videos based on the horizontal and vertical reference lines. Storage: Select if you want to store the pictures and videos in the Internal storage or SD card. (Available when the memory card is inserted.) Simple view: Hide all menus from the camera screen.
Camera Cautions If the Lens Becomes Dirty: Fingerprints/smudges on the lens prevent the capturing of clear still images/videos. Wipe the lens with a soft cloth beforehand. Avoid Exposure to Direct Sunlight: Be careful not to expose the lens to direct sunlight for long periods. It may discolor the color filter and affect image colors. Flash Warning Do not shine the flash close to your eyes. Do not look directly at the flash when shining it.
1. Tap > Camera . 2. Tap > Panorama. 3. Tap and then slowly move the camera in one direction. 4. Tap Move the device by following the direction of the arrow in the guideline. to stop capturing the panoramic. 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. Note: The zoom feature is not available when using the front camera.
Note: Use the front camera to take selfies. See Selfie Shot for details. Selfie Shot You can use the front camera to view your face on the screen and take selfies. Using the Power/Lock Button Simply place your finger on the Power/Lock Button when the front camera is on. 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.
Interval Shot You can take selfies at an interval. ■ While using the front camera, touch and hold then clench your fist twice quickly. . You can also show your palm to the camera, Four photos are taken at about two seconds interval after a timer delay of three seconds. Gesture View After taking a selfie with the front camera, you can preview the selfie immediately by placing the screen close to your face. Note: Tap > Gesture view to enable the Gesture view feature.
View Pictures and Videos You can access and view all your stored pictures and videos from your phone’s Gallery. 1. Tap > Gallery . The album list opens. 2. Tap an album (such as Camera). The list of pictures and videos for the album opens. To select another album, tap Back to return to the Albums tab. 3. Tap an image to view the picture or video. The picture opens or the video begins playing. Tap a picture or video to view it full screen.
The album list opens. 2. Tap an album (such as Camera). The list of pictures and videos for the album opens. 3. Tap the picture you want to rotate. 4. Tap > Rotate, then select either Rotate left or Rotate right. The picture is rotated and saved to the phone or SD card, depending on your settings. Crop a Picture 1. Tap > Gallery . The album list opens. 2. Tap an album (such as Camera). The list of pictures and videos for the album opens. 3. Tap the picture you want to crop. 4. Tap > Crop.
2. Tap an album (such as Camera). The list of pictures and videos for the album opens. 3. Tap the picture or video you want to share. To select multiple items, tap include. while viewing an album. Then tap all the items you want to 4. Tap SHARE and then on the Share via menu, tap Gmail. 5. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete and send the message. For more information about using Gmail, see Create and Send a Gmail Message.
3. Tap the picture or video you want to share. To select multiple items, tap include. while viewing an album. Then tap all the items you want to 4. Tap SHARE and then on the Share via menu, tap Bluetooth. 5. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete and send the files. For more information, see Bluetooth.
To select multiple videos, tap include. while viewing an album. Then tap all the videos you want to 4. Tap SHARE and then on the Share via menu, tap YouTube. 5. Enter the prompted information, such as title and description, and select a privacy option. 6. Tap Upload . The upload is completed. Camera Settings You can adjust your camera’s settings using the icons on the main camera screen and the full camera settings menu.
Productivity The following topics detail many of your phone’s tools and features such as the stylus pen, maps and navigation, calculator, clock, Capture+, QuickMemo+, and more. Google Calendar Use the Calendar to create and manage events, meetings, and appointments. Your Calendar helps organize your time and reminds you of important events.
Tip: You can also create event by finding an empty time on your calendar. Just switch to a view with an hour grid, like Day view, and then double-tap an empty time. Add Reminders in the Calendar You can add reminders in Google Calendar. Reminders carry over to the next day until you mark them as done. Your reminders are private and can’t be shared with anyone else. 1. Tap > Google > Calendar . The Calendar app opens. 2. Tap > Reminder . 3. Type your reminder, or choose a suggestion and tap DONE.
Goals will be automatically added to your calendar, starting with the first of four weeks. You can adjust the time or length of these events at any time. Marking a Goal as Done 1. Tap > Google > Calendar . 2. Tap the goal. 3. Tap Did it. The goal will be crossed out on your calendar. Edit Calendar Events, Reminders, or Goals You can view and edit events, reminders, or goals. 1. Tap > Google > Calendar . 2. Tap the event (or reminder or goal) you want to edit. 3. Tap . 4.
2. In the top left, tap > Settings. 3. Tap General to access general settings, Events from Gmail to add events from Gmail messages, or tap each calendar item to configure it. General: Start of the week, Use device time zone, Time zone, Alternate calendar, Show week number, Show declined events, Default event duration, Notify on this device, Use standard tone, Vibrate, and Quick responses.
Google Maps Use the Google Maps app to determine your location, find directions, browse local businesses and attractions, rate and review places, and more. View Maps of Specified Places Use Google Maps to locate and map a specific address or destination. 1. Tap > Google > Maps to view videos stored in the storage. Google Maps opens. If prompted, follow the onscreen instructions to accept terms of use. 2. Tap the search bar. 3. Enter an address, city, facility name, etc.
If prompted, accept the terms of use before continuing. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to access, launch, and use. Google Search Search information saved on the phone and in phone applications as well as on the Internet. Use Google Search Type search terms in the Google Search bar to find information on your phone and around the globe. 1. From the home screen, tap the Google search bar or tap > Google > Google . The Search window opens.
2. Tap in the search bar. The Voice Search window opens. 3. Say your search terms. Search results appear. Calculator Your phone’s convenient built-in calculator lets you perform basic and advanced mathematical equations. 1. Tap > Tools > Calculator . 2. Use the keypad to make a calculation.
To use scientific calculator, drag the green colored slide bar located on the right side of the screen to the left. To restart a calculation, touch and hold the DEL button. Clock Your phone has a clock app that lets you set alarms, view time in time zones around the world, use a stopwatch, set a timer, and use your phone as a desk clock. Checking the Time You can check the phone any time on your phone. The current time displays in the upper right corner of the status bar.
■ Tap > Tools > Clock . World Clock The world clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe. 1. Tap > Tools > Clock 2. Tap to add a city. > World clock tab. 3. Enter the city name in the search field and tap on the keyboard. – or – Scroll through the cities list and tap the city. 4. You can add as many cities as you want. Repeat steps 2 and 3. Timer The timer provides a countdown timer. 1. Tap > Tools > Clock > Timer tab. 2.
Capture+ The Capture+ feature allows you to create memos and capture screen shots. You can use Capture+ to easily and efficiently create memos during a call, with a saved picture or from most phone screens. 1. While viewing the screen you want to capture and create a memo on, slide the status bar down and tap . 2. Create a memo using the following options: : Tap to save the current memo. : Tap to undo the most recent action. : Tap to redo the most recently undone action.
To view the memo saved in your Gallery: ■ Tap > Gallery and select the Capture+ album. QuickMemo+ Use your phone’s QuickMemo+ app to save text, memos, lists, and more. 1. Tap > QuickMemo+ . The memopad list appears. 2. Tap and enter your memo title and text. 3. Tap . The memo is saved. File Manager View files stored on your phone. 1. Tap > Tools > File Manager . File Manager launches. Follow onscreen instructions for first-time use and permissions. 2.
4. Tap to play the recorded voice. Note: If you tap , recorded voice files appear. You can play a recorded voice file from the list. Uninstalled Apps You can view the uninstalled apps on the home screen. You can also reinstall apps which were uninstalled within 24 hours from now. 1. Tap > Uninstalled apps . 2. Activate the desired function: Reinstall: Reinstall the selected app. : Remove the uninstalled apps permanently from the device.
Entertainment and Activities The following topics address your phone’s entertainment and activities options. Google Play Music App The Google Play Music app lets you browse, shop, and play back songs purchased from Google Play as well as songs you have loaded from your own music library. The music you choose is automatically stored in your Google Play Music library and instantly ready to play via streaming or download. For more information about Google Play Music, visit play.google.com/about/music.
Google Play Music Screen Layout The following diagram outlines the main features of the Play Music app player screen. Feature Description Music title/Artist Displays music title and artist (if available). Repeat/Play next Repeat the current song or play the next song queued. Elapsed time Amount of time the song has been playing. Rate (thumbs up/thumbs down) Rate the current song. Previous song Play the previous song. Play/Pause Play or pause the current song. Next song Play the next song.
Music list View the current playlist or queue. Create Playlists in Google Play Music Organize music into playlists to fit every occasion. 1. Tap > Google > Play Music . The Play Music app opens to the Listen Now screen. 2. Tap Menu and tap Music library > Albums or Songs tab. 3. Tap More options next to an item from the category window and then tap Add to playlist. 4. Tap NEW PLAYLIST. 5. Enter a name and tap CREATE PLAYLIST. The playlist is created. 6.
YouTube View videos uploaded to YouTube and upload your own videos to your YouTube account. View YouTube Videos You can use the YouTube app to view videos on YouTube even if you aren’t signed in to a YouTube account. 1. Tap > Google > YouTube . The YouTube app launches. If you’re prompted to provide confirmation to use the site, follow the onscreen instructions to continue. 2. Search through the YouTube channels and tap a video you want to see. The video plays on your phone screen.
Settings The following set of topics will cover your phone’s settings menus and options. For an overview of the settings menu, see Basic Settings.
Networks Settings This group of settings lets you control your phone's Wi-Fi settings, Bluetooth, Tethering, VPN, Mobile networks, and more. Basic Settings Your phone’s settings menu provides access to all your phone settings, from connections, display, and sounds, to accounts, applications, and more. Access Settings 1. Tap > Tools > Settings . The settings menu opens. 2. Select categories and then select your settings options. Tip: You can also access settings from the notification panel.
Access Networks Settings 1. Tap > Tools > Settings . 2. Tap Networks tab. 3. Set your networks options. Your networks settings are saved and applied. Airplane Mode Airplane Mode (flight mode) allows you to use many of your phone’s features, such as games, and music, when you are in an airplane or in any other area where making or receiving calls or data is prohibited. When you set your phone to Airplane Mode, it cannot send or receive any calls or access online data. Activate Airplane Mode 1.
– or – Tap the Mobile data switch to turn it off. Call Settings Your phone's Call settings menu lets you configure options. For details on your phone's Call settings, see Call Settings Menu. Share & Connect Your phone lets you use the wireless technology that enables data transmission between devices. File Sharing Send and receive files with computers and LG devices. ■ Tap > Tools > Settings > Networks tab > Share & connect > File sharing.
More This menu allows you to personalize additional wireless feature settings. Mobile Networks This menu allows you to configure various mobile network settings. ■ Tap > Tools > Settings > Networks tab > More > Mobile networks. Mobile Data Enable and disable data access over the mobile network. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings 2. Tap the Mobile data switch > Networks tab > More > Mobile networks. . 4G Settings View your 4G network provider and IP address. 1.
Roaming Settings With your phone and global roaming service, you can make phone calls and use wireless data services around the globe on compatible CDMA and GSM/UMTS networks. Roaming Icon Your display screen always lets you know when you’re off the Nationwide Virgin Network. Anytime you are roaming, the phone displays the roaming icon ( ).
Roaming Alerts Roaming alerts make it easy to manage your roaming by providing a warning when your device is roaming on another carrier's network. To turn Call alerts on or off: 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Networks tab > More > Mobile networks > Roaming > > Set roaming alerts. 2. Tap each roaming alert option to activate or deactivate this function. When active, an extra key press is required for dialing when in a roaming area. Note: Call alerts are turned on by default on your phone.
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) From your phone, you can add, set up, and manage virtual private networks (VPNs) that allow you to connect and access resources inside a secured local network, such as your corporate network. Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection Depending on the type of VPN you are using at work, you may be required to enter your login credentials or install security certificates before you can connect to your company’s local network.
3. When prompted, enter your login credentials, and then tap CONNECT. When you are connected, the VPN connected icon appears in the notification area of the status bar. 4. Open the web browser to access resources such as intranet sites on your corporate network. Disconnect From a VPN 1. Drag the status bar down to open the Notification panel. 2. Tap the VPN connection, and then tap Disconnect VPN to disconnect.
Sound Settings In the Sound settings menu, you can configure call and notification ringtones, audio volume, as well as some related settings. Sound Settings Overview The sound settings menu allows you to configure the following options: Category Description Sound profile Set your phone's sound profile. Volume Adjust your phone's volume settings to suit your needs and your environment. Ringtone Set ringtones to alert you of incoming calls.
Sound Profile Set your phone's sound profile. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Sound tab. 2. Tap Sound profile. 3. Tap one of the three options: Sound Vibrate only Silent Volume Adjust your phone's volume settings to suit your needs and your environment. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Sound tab. 2. Tap Volume. 3. Adjust each volume level. Ringtone: Changes the volume of your call ringtones (if applicable). Notification sound: Allows you to set this volume level.
3. Tap a ringtone to select it and to hear it. If you want to set the ringtone, tap OK. If not, select another ringtone or tap CANCEL. To use a song as a ringtone: 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Sound tab. 2. Tap Ringtone. 3. Tap and tap a song. For details about using the Music Player application, see Google Play Music App. Ringtone ID Allows you to set incoming calls with ringtones composed automatically from their phone number. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Sound tab. 2. Tap Ringtone ID. 3.
1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Sound tab. 2. Tap Do not disturb. 3. Set the desired options as needed. Lock Screen Allows you to choose if you want to show or hide notifications on the lock screen. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Sound tab. 2. Tap Lock screen. 3. Tap the desired option. Apps Allows you to prevent apps from displaying notifications or set apps to show notifications with priority when Do not disturb is set to Priority only. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Sound tab. 2. Tap Apps. 3.
1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Sound tab. 2. Tap More > Notification sound. 3. Tap a sound to select it and to hear it. If you want to set the sound, tap OK. If not, select another sound or tap CANCEL. Vibrate on Tap Vibrate when tapping the Home touch buttons and during other UI interactions. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Sound tab. 2. Tap More > Vibrate on tap. 3. Tap the switch to turn on the feature.
Display Settings Adjusting your phone's display settings not only helps you see what you want, it can also help increase battery life. Display Settings Overview The display settings menu allows you to configure the following options: Category Description Home screen Configure your phone's home screen settings. Lock screen Configure your phone's lock screen settings. Theme Choose the desired theme. Home touch buttons Configure options for your home touch buttons.
Home Screen Configure your phone's home screen settings. Select Home Choose the desired Home theme. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Display tab. 2. Tap Home screen > Select Home. 3. Tap Home (standard Android layout), EasyHome (simplified version for users less familiar with Android navigation), or Home & app drawer (provides separate layout for the Home screen and apps list). Wallpaper Choose the desired wallpaper for the home screen. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Display tab. 2.
1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Display tab. 2. Tap Home screen > Grid. 3. Tap the desired grid type and then tap OK. Hide Apps Choose if you want to show or hide apps on the home screen. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Display tab. 2. Tap Home screen > Hide apps. 3. Tap the app(s) that you want to hide and APPLY. Lock Screen The Lock screen menu lets you configure screen lock options. Select Screen Lock You can increase your phone's security by setting up a knock-code, pattern, PIN, or Password.
Note: You have five opportunities to enter your unlock Pattern, PIN or Password. If you've entered wrong information five times in a row, you must wait 30 seconds before you can attempt again. Note: When using Knock Code, failing to enter the correct sequence 5 times will display an outlined grid box to allow you precise entry. Smart Lock Allows you to set when to automatically unlock the phone. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Display tab. 2. Tap Lock screen > Smart Lock.
Screen Swipe Effect Choose the desired screen swipe effect when you swipe the screen. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Display tab. 2. Tap Lock screen > Screen swipe effect. 3. Tap Particle, Soda, Basic circle, or Vector circle. Weather Animation Show weather animation effect on the lock screen. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Display tab. 2. Tap Lock screen. 3. Tap the Weather animation switch to show a weather animation on the lock screen when it rains or snows in your current location.
Theme Choose the desired theme. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Display tab. 2. Tap Theme. Home Touch Buttons Configure options for your home touch buttons. To select the combination of your home touch buttons: 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Display tab. 2. Tap Home touch buttons > Button combination. 3. Drag the icons to rearrange the Home touch buttons. To select the color of your home touch buttons: 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Display tab. 2. Tap Home touch buttons > Color. 3.
1. Tap > Tools > Settings 2. Tap the Bold text switch > Display tab. to set the bold text. Brightness Adjust your screen’s contrast (brightness) to suit your surroundings. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Display tab. 2. Scroll down to Brightness and use the slider to set the brightness level. Tip: For the best battery performance, use the dimmer levels. You can also set Auto to adjust brightness depending on the surrounding lighting.
Note: Long backlight settings reduce the battery’s talk and standby times. For the best battery performance, use the shortest convenient timeout. More The More settings menu allows you to adjust additional display settings. Display Size Set the items on the screen to a size that is easy for you to see. Some items may change position. KnockON Turn on or off the screen by tapping the screen twice. Screen Saver Screensaver will be on when the phone is sleeping while docked and/or charging.
General Settings The following topics detail your phone's general settings, including Language & keyboard, Location, Accounts & sync, and more. General Settings Overview You can set the following options in the General settings menu: Category Description Language & keyboard Set the language and keyboard type. Location Enable location service. Accounts & sync Manage and sync your accounts. Accessibility Configure any accessibility plug-ins you have installed on your phone.
Backup & reset Back-up your data, automatically restore data, and erase all the data on your phone. About phone Displays information such as the network, battery, hardware, and software. Access General Settings 1. Tap > Tools > Settings . 2. Tap General tab. 3. Set your general options. Your general settings are saved and applied. Language & Keyboard Your phone's Language & keyboard settings let you select a language for the devices screens and menus, as well as manage a personal user dictionary.
■ Tap > Tools > Settings > General tab > Location. Mode : Set the location mode as High accuracy (GPS and networks), Battery saving (Networks only), or Device sensors only (GPS only). RECENT LOCATION REQUEST: View apps that recently requested location information. Low power location estimation: Estimate the device location by using low power consumption. Google Location History: Permit Google services to collect your location information.
Display size: Set the items on the screen to a size that is easy for you to see. Some items may change position. Touch zoom: Zoom in or out by triple tapping the screen. Window zoom: Zoom in or out within a window and invert the color. Large mouse pointer: Magnify the mouse pointer. High contrast screen: Turn the background color into black for a high contrast screen. Screen color inversion: Tap to invert the colors of the screen and content.
Button, Volume Down Button, Volume Up Button, and the Next button (Screen capture, Accessibility, Pinch). Touch input: Enter text by touching and holding the screen or modify it by simply touching the screen. Physical keyboard: Customize the keyboard settings. Auto mouse click: Automatically click the mouse pointer in case of no movement. Touch and hold for calls: Answer or decline calls by touching and holding the call button instead of dragging it.
Power You can take selfies or screenshots using the fingerprint sensor in the Power/Lock Button. 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > General tab > Shortcut keys. 2. Tap each switch to enable/disable the feature. Take a selfie in Camera: When the front camera is on, place your finger on the Power/Lock Button. Take a screenshot: To take a screenshot, tap the Power/Lock Button once, then immediately press and hold it after.
Secure Start-up When you power on your device, you will be required to enter your screen lock. Password Typing Visible Enable to briefly show each character of passwords as you enter them so that you can see what you enter. Phone Administrators Allows you to view or deactivate device administrators. Unknown Sources Allows installation of non-Play Store applications. Credential Protection Displays the storage type for credentials. Certificate Management Allows you to manage the certificate.
Screen-off Memo Enable this option to allow you to create notes when the screen is off and you remove the pen. Pen Detection Enable this option to be notified by sound and/or vibration when the pen is removed or inserted. Pen Keeper Enable this option to be reminded to replace the pen. You'll receive an audio and/or visual notification when the device is moved with the screen off and the pen removed. Date & Time Set your preferences for how the date and time is displayed. You can also select a time zone.
System Updates From time to time, updates may become available for your phone. You can download and apply updates through the Settings menu. ■ Tap > Tools > Settings > General tab > System updates. Apps The Apps settings menu lets you view details about the applications installed on your phone, manage their data, force them to stop, and set whether you want to permit installation of applications that you obtain from websites and email. To view details about your applications: 1.
Back Up My Data Allows you to back up app data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings to Google servers. Backup Account Allows you to choose an account to back up data. Automatic Restore When reinstalling an app, enabling this option restores backed up settings and data. Network Settings Reset Reset all network settings.
Network Check network information such as the signal power, IP address and etc. Status Check your phone's status such as your phone number, MEID/IMEI and etc. Battery Check your battery status, level and usage. Hardware info Check your hardware information such as the model number, hardware version and etc. Software info Check your software information such as the Android version, software version and etc.
Getting Help The following set of topics will cover phone specifications and how to contact Virgin and manage your wireless service.
For Assistance The following topics address areas of support for your phone, including troubleshooting, account information, and customer service contact information. Troubleshooting Check the questions and answers below for troubleshooting solutions for common phone issues. Check Here First Issue: Phone freezes/operation is unstable. Answer: Turn the phone on again. If you are unable to turn the phone off, remove and replace the Battery, and then turn the phone on again.
2. Tap the Mobile data switch to turn it on. Answer 5: Is a disabled access point set? To reset to initial settings: 1. Tap > Tools > Settings > Networks tab > More. 2. Tap Mobile networks > Access Point Names. 3. Tap > Reset to default. Issue: Battery level goes down quickly. Answer: Are you where signal is weak or have been out of service area for a long period? Calling where signal is weak or being out of service area uses a lot of Battery. Issue: Cannot install applications.
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Index 4G LTE, 84 About Phone, 157 About the User Guide, 2 Accessibility, 150 Accounts & Sync, 150 Activation and Service, 21 Add a Bookmark, 85 Add a Contact, 69 Add a VPN Connection, 133 Add an Event to the Calendar, 110 Add Another Google (Gmail) Account, 82 Add Folders to the Home Screen, 52 Add Reminders in the Calendar, 111 Add Widgets to the Home Screen, 52 Additional Clock Features, 117 Airplane Mode, 31, 128 Answer Phone Calls, 56 Anti-Theft Guide, 162 Applications, 26 Apps, 138, 156 Archive Gmail T
Fingerprint Recognition, 28 Fingerprints & Security, 153 Font Size, 145 Font Type, 145 Format microSD Card, 16 Gesture Shot, 103 Gesture View, 104 Get Help with Google Play, 42 Gmail, 78 Gmail Settings, 82 Google Account, 37 Google Calendar, 110 Google Maps, 114 Google Play Music App, 122 Google Play Music Screen Layout, 123 Google Play Store, 40 Google Search, 115 Google Services, 153 Home Screen, 24, 141 Home Screen Basics, 47 Home Screen Layout, 47 Home Touch Buttons, 145 Hotspot, 92 Import Contacts, 73
Set Up Secure Credential Storage, 133 Share & Connect, 129 Share a Contact, 72 Share Pictures and Videos, 106 Share Pictures or Videos via Additional Apps or Social Media, 108 Share Videos on YouTube, 108 Shortcut Keys, 152 Sign into Your Google Account, 39 Sound Profile, 136 Sound with Vibration, 137 Status Bar, 48 Status Bar and Notification Panel, 48 Storage, 155 Switch Cameras, 109 Switching between Cameras, 102 Switching between Gmail Accounts, 82 System Updates, 156 Take Panoramic Photos, 101 Take Pic
