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About this user guide ENGLISH 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 • Default apps on the device are subject to updates, and support for these apps may be withdrawn without prior notice.
Instructional notices WARNING: Situations that could cause injury to the user and third parties. CAUTION: Situations that may cause minor injury or damage to the device. NOTE: Notices or additional information.
Table of contents 5 Guidelines for safe and efficient use 01 Custom-designed Features 15 18 21 21 23 26 Camera features Gallery features Sound quality and effects features Google Assistant Fingerprint recognition Multi-tasking feature 02 Basic Functions 28 29 32 33 36 37 Product components and accessories Parts overview Turning the power on or off Installing the SIM card Inserting the memory card Removing the memory card 37 39 43 53 58 59 59 64 Battery Touch screen Home screen Screen lock Memory card
96 96 96 97 97 98 98 98 99 99 99 100 100 Calculator ThinQ Game Launcher Audio Recorder FM Radio Update center Smart Doctor LG Mobile Switch App trash SmartWorld RemoteCall Service Cell Broadcast Google apps 04 Settings 104 104 111 113 114 115 117 119 119 119 120 120 120 Settings Network & internet Connected devices Sound Display Lock screen & security Extensions Digital Wellbeing & parental controls Apps & notifications Battery Storage Accounts Google Table of contents 121 System 124 Accessibility 05
Guidelines for safe and efficient use Please read these simple guidelines. Not following these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal. Should a fault occur, a software tool is built into your device that will gather a fault log. This tool gathers only data specific to the fault, such as signal strength, cell ID position in sudden call drop and applications loaded. The log is used only to help determine the cause of the fault.
Information about the RF exposure from FCC In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the United States, with its action in Report and Order FCC 96-326, adopted an updated safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated transmitters. Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standard previously set by both international and U.S. standards.
Body-worn Operation This device was tested for typical bodyworn operations with the back of the device kept 0.39 inches (1cm) between the user’s body and the back of the device. To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 0.39 inches (1cm) must be maintained between the user’s body and the back of the device. Any beltclips, holsters, and similar accessories containing metallic components may not be used. Body-worn accessories that cannot maintain 0.
• Do not disassemble this unit. Take it to a qualified service technician when repair work is required. • Repairs under warranty, at LG’s discretion, may include replacement parts or boards that are either new or reconditioned, provided that they have functionality equal to that of the parts being replaced. • Keep away from electrical appliances such as TVs, radios and personal computers. • The unit should be kept away from heat sources such as radiators or cookers. • Do not drop.
• Your device 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 device during or immediately after operation. • If your device gets wet, immediately unplug it to dry off completely. Do not attempt to accelerate the drying process with an external heating source, such as an oven, microwave or hair dryer.
Efficient device operation Electronics devices All devices may receive interference, which could affect performance. • Do not use your device near medical equipment without requesting permission. Please consult your doctor to determine if operation of your device may interfere with the operation of your medical device. • Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that you leave at least 15 cm of space between other devices and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker.
Avoid damage to your hearing To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. Damage to your hearing can occur if you are exposed to loud sound for long periods of time. We therefore recommend that you do not turn on or off the handset close to your ear. We also recommend that music and call volumes are set to a reasonable level.
In aircraft Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft. • Turn your device off before boarding any aircraft. • Do not use it on the ground without permission from the crew. Children Keep the device in a safe place out of the reach of small children. It includes small parts which may cause a choking hazard if detached. Emergency calls Emergency calls may not be available on all mobile networks. Therefore you should never depend solely on your device for emergency calls.
• Actual battery life will depend on network configuration, product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions. • Make sure that no sharp-edged items such as animal’s teeth or claws, come into contact with the battery. This could cause a fire. Securing personal information • Make sure to protect your personal information to prevent data leakage or misuse of sensitive information. • Always back up important data while using the device. LG is not responsible for any data loss.
01 Custom-designed Features
Camera features Wide-angle camera You can take photos or record videos with a wider range than your actual field of vision by using the wide-angle on the rear camera. , then tap / to switch between the standard and wideTap angle. • See Starting the camera for details. • You can switch between the standard and wide-angle camera lenses on the rear camera only.
Portrait You can take a sharp portrait by applying the camera lens blur effect. 1 Tap 2 Tap , then tap Portrait. to take a photo. • To adjust blur strength, drag the slide bar to the left or right. • Keep the distance to your subject within 1.3 ~ 5.0 feet when using the rear camera. • This feature is not available if the surroundings are too dark.
AI CAM You can effectively take photos or record videos since the camera recognises the object when taking a photo or recording a video. , then tap AI CAM. 1 Tap 2 When the object is recognised, the best effect for the scene is applied. • To apply other effects, tap the scene icon. • Pet, city, flower, food, landscape, person, sunset, auto, total 8 categories can be recognised automatically.
Gallery features Creating a movie You can create a new movie by putting images and videos together. 1 Tap Photos tab, then tap Create movie. You can also tap Play tab, then tap Create movie. 2 Select images or videos for your movie and tap Next. 3 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 its thumbnail. Adding files You can select images or videos to add after tapping at the bottom of the screen. You can also select the images or videos you have already previously added. • Touch and hold a file, and then tap another file for multiple selection. Rearranging files To rearrange the images and videos, touch and hold the file you want to move, then dragging it to the desired location.
Making a GIF You can easily make a GIF file using recorded videos or photos. Making a GIF by using recorded videos 1 At the desired starting point while watching a video, tap 2 Select the length of the GIF you want to create. . • GIF is generated for the time selected from the current time. • For videos less than 5 seconds, GIF images are automatically generated for the remaining time. Making a GIF by using photos 1 While viewing an album, tap Create GIF.
Sound quality and effects features DTS:X 3D Surround You can play a song or video in three-dimensional, immersive and vivid sound. To use this feature, connect earphones, speaker or other external audio devices to your device. Settings Sound Sound quality and effects DTS:X 3D Tap to activate this feature. Surround, then tap Adjusting the sound direction You can adjust the sound direction as desired. 1 Tap Settings Sound Sound quality and effects DTS:X 3D Surround. 2 Select sound direction.
Launching Google Assistant 1 Press and hold from the Home screen to launch Google Assistant. 2 Tap GET STARTED. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions and say “Ok Google”. • The device saves your voice data for recognition. 4 Tap Save. Launching Google Assistant with your voice 1 Say “Ok Google” when the screen is turned on. 2 Say a command or question when “Hi, how can I help?” appears on the screen. Launching Google Assistant from the Home screen 1 Touch and hold on the Home screen.
Fingerprint recognition Fingerprint recognition overview You must register your fingerprint on your device first before using the fingerprint recognition function. You can use the fingerprint recognition function in the following cases: • To unlock the screen. • To view the locked content in the QuickMemo+. • Confirm a purchase by signing in to an app or identifying yourself with your fingerprint. • Your fingerprint can be used by the device for user identification.
• If you bend your finger or use the fingertip only, your fingerprint may not be recognised. Make sure that your finger covers the entire surface of the fingerprint sensor. • 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.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions. • Repeat scanning the fingerprint by moving your finger little by little until the fingerprint registers. 4 When the fingerprint registration is done, tap OK. • Tap Add more to register another fingerprint. If you register only one fingerprint and the corresponding finger is not in a good condition, the fingerprint recognition may not work well. As the preventive measure against this kind of situation, register multiple fingerprints.
Multi-tasking feature Multi window You can use two apps at the same time by separating the screen into the multiple windows. 1 Tap from the Home touch buttons. • Recently-used apps appear. 2 Tap at the top of the desired app to use the Multi window feature. • The selected app appears at the top half of the screen. Alternatively, 1 Touch and hold while using an app. • Recently-used apps appear on the split screen. 2 Tap at the top of the desired app to use the Multi window feature.
02 Basic Functions
Product components and accessories The following items are included with your device. • • • • Device Stereo headset USB cable Jelly Phone Case • Charger • Quick Start Guide • Ejection pin • 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.
Parts overview Basic Functions 29
Do NOT attempt to remove the back cover by yourself. Doing so may severely damage the battery and device, which could cause overheating, fire, and injury. This device’s back cover and battery are not to be removed or replaced by a non-qualified professional. • 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.
• Fingerprint sensor -- Turn on the fingerprint recognition feature to simplify the process of unlocking the screen. See Fingerprint recognition overview for details. • Some functions may be restricted for access, depending on the device specifications. • Do not put heavy objects on the device or sit on it. Failure to do so may damage the touch screen. • Screen-protective film or accessories may interfere with the proximity sensor.
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. Restarting the device When the device is not working properly or does not respond, restart it by following the instructions below.
Installing the SIM card Insert the SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card provided by your service provider to start using your device. • Be careful with the ejection pin since it has a sharp edge. 1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the card tray. 2 Pull out the card tray.
3 Put the SIM card on the card tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. Put the primary SIM card on the SIM card tray 1 and the secondary SIM card on the SIM card tray 2. 4 Insert the card tray back into the slot.
• This device supports only Nano SIM cards. Nano Micro Standard • For problem-free performance, it is recommended to use the device with the correct type of SIM card. Always use a factory-made SIM card supplied by the operator. • If you insert the card tray into your device while the card tray is wet, your device may be damaged. Always make sure the card tray is dry. Precautions when using the SIM card • Do not lose your SIM card.
Inserting the memory card Insert the memory card into your device. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory card may not be compatible with your device. 1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the card tray. 2 Pull out the card tray. 3 Put the memory card on the card tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. 4 Insert the card tray back into the slot. • Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device.
Removing the memory card Unmount the memory card before removing it for safety. Settings Storage . 1 Tap 2 Insert the ejection pin into the hole in the card tray and then pull out the card tray from the device. 3 Remove the memory card from the card tray. 4 Insert the card tray back into the slot. • 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.
• 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 battery efficiently Battery lifespan may decrease if you keep many apps and functions running simultaneously and continuously. Cancel background operations to increase battery life. To minimise battery consumption, follow these tips: • Turn off the Bluetooth® or Wi-Fi network function when not using them. • Set the screen timeout to as short a time as possible. • Minimise the screen brightness. • Set a screen lock when the device is not used.
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 and hold 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.
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.
• 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.
Home screen Home screen overview The Home screen is the starting point for accessing various functions and apps on your device. Tap on any screen to directly go to the Home screen. You can manage all apps and widgets on the Home screen. Swipe the screen left or right to view all installed apps at a glance. Home screen layout You can view all apps and organise widgets and folders on the Home screen.
• 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: Type or speak to pull open Google Search. • 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.
Changing the style of the Home touch buttons You can change the style of the Home touch buttons. Settings Display Home touch buttons. 1 Tap 2 Under STYLE, select Buttons only or Gesture and buttons to suit your preferences. • Buttons only: / / are available. Tap to see recent apps. • Gesture and buttons: Back button and Home button are available. To see recent apps, swipe the Home button up.
Hiding the Home touch buttons You can hide the Home touch buttons to view in a larger screen while using an app. 1 Tap Settings Display Home touch buttons Hide Home touch buttons. 2 Select apps to hide the Home touch buttons while using the app, and . tap • The Home touch buttons disappear 3 seconds after the last touch. • To view the Home touch buttons again, drag the bottom of the screen upwards.
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.
Notifications panel You can open the notifications panel by dragging the status bar downward on the main screen. • You can drag down the notice window or tap the arrow icon to open the list of quick setting icons. • You can tap to add, delete or arrange icons in the notice window. • 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.
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. Settings Display and activate Auto-rotate You can also tap screen. 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 configure the Home screen settings, touch and hold on a blank area of the Home screen, then select Home screen settings. See Home screen settings for details. • 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.
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.
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.
• Icon shape: Choose if you want icons to have square or rounded corners. • Google feed: Enable Google feed to show to the left of Home screen. • Sort apps by: Set how apps are sorted on the Home screen. • Grid: Change the app arrangement mode for the Home screen. • 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.
Setting a screen lock There are several options available for configuring the screen lock settings. 1 Tap Settings Lock screen & security Select screen lock and then select the method you prefer. 2 Customise 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.
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.
Secure lock settings You can set secure lock settings. Settings Lock screen & security Secure lock settings. 1 Tap 2 Select a function you want to set. • Make pattern visible: Allow you to make pattern visible. • Lock timer: Allows you to set the amount of time before the screen automatically locks after the backlight turns off (time-out due to inactivity). • Power key instantly locks: Enable this option to instantly lock the screen when the Power/Lock key is pressed.
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.
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. 1 Tap Settings Lock screen & security Encryption & credentials Encrypt SD card. 2 Read the on-screen overview of memory card encryption and then tap Continue to continue. 3 Select an option and tap Encrypt now. • New data encryption: Encrypt only data that is saved on the memory card after encryption.
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.
Smart toolbar • LG keyboard is not default on your phone. You can change it from the keyboard settings. • Some supporting input methods may differ depending on the device you have. • You can turn on or off the Smart tool feature from the keyboard settings. • You can also use the keyboard input methods by tapping . • • : Add emojis. : Tap to enter text with your voice. -- To maximise the voice command recognition, speak clearly.
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.
Suggesting words Smart keyboard automatically analyses 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 or gently drag the left or right side of the keyboard upwards. • The selected word is automatically entered. You do not need to manually type every letter of the word. Adding languages to the keyboard You can make additional languages available for keyboard input.
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. 1 Touch and hold around the text you want to copy or cut. 2 Drag / to specify the area to copy or cut. 3 Select either Cut or Copy. • Cut or copied text is automatically added to the clip tray. 4 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.
Content sharing Playing content from another device You can play photos, videos or songs saved on your device from a TV. 1 Connect the TV and your device to the same Wi-Fi network. 2 While viewing the items from the Gallery or Music app, tap on other device. Play 3 Select the TV you want to connect to. • For use with Chromecast, Google Play services should be up to date.
Sending or receiving files You can share files between your device and another LG device, or a tablet or computer. Sending files From the Gallery or other apps, tap on the file sharing list. Share or , then select a device Receiving files Drag the status bar downward and then tap File sharing. If your device does not support the file sharing feature, tap Connected devices File sharing SmartShare Beam . Settings • You can share files with certain devices that support DLNA.
03 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 from the app store To uninstall an app, access the app store from which you download the app and uninstall it. 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. You can also reinstall apps which were uninstalled within 24 hours from now. 1 Tap Management App trash.
App Shortcuts On the Home screen, touch and hold an app icon such as Call, Message, Camera, Gallery and Settings to display a quick access menu. Use apps more easily through App Shortcuts. • Tap to configure the settings for the desired app’s widget. • Tap to view the information for the desired app. • This feature is available only on some apps.
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 Dial. 1 Tap 2 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 .
Answering a call To answer a call, drag on the incoming call screen. • When the stereo headset is connected, you can make calls by using the call/end button on the headset. Settings • To end a call without turning off the screen, tap Network & internet Call Answer and end calls and then activate End call with the Power key. 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.
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.
Making a three-way calling You can make a call to another contact during a call. 1 During a call, tap Add call. 2 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. 3 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.
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. . 1 Tap . 2 Tap 3 Specify a recipient and create a message. • To use multimedia options, tap . • To access optional menu items, tap . 4 Tap to send the message. Reading a message You can view exchanged messages organised by contact. . 1 Tap 2 Select a contact from the message list.
Camera 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 Gallery overview for details.
Taking a photo 1 Select a camera mode and tap the subject to focus the camera on. 2 Tap to take a photo. • You can also press the Volume Down or Volume Up key to take a photo. • You can take a photo while recording a video by pressing on the screen. • You can run the camera app by short-pressing the power key twice. Tap Settings Extensions Shortcuts and then tap Open Camera to activate it. • When the screen is turned off or locked, start the camera by pressing the Volume Down key twice.
Customising the camera options You can customise a variety of camera options to suit your preferences. Tap on the screen. • Available options vary depending on the selected camera (front or rear camera) and the selected camera mode. • • • : Take a photo in FullVision. : Select values for aspect ratio and size for taking photos. : Select values for resolution and size for recording videos. HDR Obtain photos in vivid colours and get compensated effects even when they are taken against the light.
Changing the camera mode You can select a camera mode that suits your environment to take a photo or record a video easily and conveniently. More, then select the desired mode. Tap • You can change the order of the scene modes by moving the scene mode icon while pressing and holding the icon. Various camera modes Food You can take a photo or record a video with adjusting the colour slide bar and white balance. , then tap More 1 Tap To take a photo, tap . 2 .
Flash Jump-Cut Photos taken at a regular interval are saved as GIF files. 1 Tap 2 Tap , then tap More . to take a photo. • Photos are taken every 3 seconds and saved as a GIF file. • Tap on the screen to select the number of photos you want to take. • While taking photos, tap to create GIF files with previously taken photos. • The flash automatically turns on to act as a timer. • The shots taken this time and the total number of shots are displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Portrait You can take sharp portrait by applying camera lens blur effect. See Portrait for details. AI CAM You can effectively take photos or record videos since the camera recognises the object when taking a photo or recording a video. See AI CAM for details. Other useful features in the Camera app Auto-Exposure/Auto-Focus lock You can fix the current exposure level and focus position by touching and holding the screen in the Auto mode. To turn off the feature, tap a blank area on the screen.
Switching between cameras You can switch between the front and rear cameras to suit your environment. On the camera screen, tap or drag the screen up or down to switch between the front and rear cameras. • Use the front camera to take selfies. See 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.
Selfie shot You can use the front camera to view your face on the screen and take selfies. Gesture shot You can take selfies by using gestures. Show your palm to the front camera and then clench your fist. You can also clench your fist and then open it towards the front camera. • In three seconds, a photo is taken. • To use this feature, switch to the front camera mode, then tap Selfie shot Gesture shot. • Make sure that your palm and fist are within the reference line so that the camera can detect them.
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.
quick share You can share a photo or video to the app you want immediately after taking it. , then take a photo or record a video. 1 Tap 2 Tap the app icon that appears on the screen to share it using that app. You can also swipe the icon towards the opposite direction to see what other apps you can use to share your photos and videos. • The app displayed by the quick share icon may vary, depending on the type and frequency of access to the apps installed on the device.
Gallery Gallery overview You can view and manage photos and videos saved on your device. 1 Tap . • Saved photos and videos are displayed by folder. 2 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. • You can view the photos or videos organised by year, month or day in the Photos tab.
Viewing photos • To display the menu items, gently tap the screen. To hide the menu items, tap the screen again. Playing a video • 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 1 While viewing a video, tap . 2 Use a variety of effects and edit tools to edit the video. 3 Tap Save to save changes. Creating a movie You can create a new movie by putting images and videos together. See Creating a movie for details. Making a GIF You can easily make a GIF file using recorded video. See Making a GIF 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. • Tap from the file list and delete the desired files. • Deleted files are automatically moved to Trash and they can be restored to the Gallery within 7 days. • Tap to completely delete the files. In this case, the files cannot be restored.
Contacts Contacts overview You can save and manage contacts. Essentials Contacts. Tap Adding contacts Adding new contacts 1 On the contact list screen, tap . • A pop-up appears for selecting the saving location for contact. Select the location you want. 2 Enter contact details and tap Save. Importing contacts You can import contacts from another storage device. 1 On the contact list screen, tap Manage contacts Import.
Searching for contacts You can search for contacts by using one of the following options: • Tap the search bar at the top of the Contacts screen and enter the desired contact or phone number you want to search for. • Scroll the contact list up or down. • From the index of the contact list screen, tap the initial letter of a contact.
Adding favourites You can register frequently used contacts as favourites. 1 On the contact list screen, select a contact. 2 On the contact detail screen, tap . Creating groups 1 On the contacts group list, tap . 2 Enter a new group name. 3 Tap Add members, select contacts, then tap Add. 4 Tap Save to save the new group.
• • : Zoom in or out, rotate or erase the parts of a handwritten note. : Access additional options. 3 Tap to save the note. Writing notes on a screenshot 1 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. 2 Crop the image (if necessary) and take notes as desired. • Write notes by hand on the photo. 3 Tap and save the notes to the location you want.
Managing folders You organise and view memos according to the memo type. QuickMemo+. 1 Select 2 Tap on the top part of the screen and then select the desired function. • All Memos: You can collectively view all memos save in QuickMemo+. • My Memos: You can view the memos created in QuickMemo+. • Capture+: You can view the memos created using Capture+. • Trash: You can view the deleted memos. • New category: You can add folders. : You can change the order of folders or add/delete folders.
• If you select a previously set alarm, you can edit the alarm. Delete at the top of the screen. You can also • To delete an alarm, tap touch and hold the alarm. World clock You can view the current time in cities around the world. 1 Tap 2 Tap Clock World clock. and add a city. Timer You can set the timer to trigger an alarm after a specified period of time. Clock Timer. 1 Tap 2 Set the time and tap Start. • To suspend the timer, tap Pause. To resume the timer, tap Resume.
Music You can play and manage songs or music albums. Essentials Music. 1 Tap 2 Select a category. 3 Select a music file. • 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.
Calculator You can use two types of calculators: the simple calculator and the scientific calculator. Essentials Calculator. 1 Tap 2 Use the keypad to make a calculation. • To restart a calculation, touch and hold the button. ThinQ You can easily connect the product with IoT appliances to monitor and conveniently use the appliances. Essentials ThinQ. Tap • Washing machine, dryer, styler, dishwasher, oven, and robot cleaner can only be registered when the product is in the standby mode.
Audio Recorder You can record and save your voice or others’ voices from important events. Recorded voice files can be played back or shared. 1 Tap Essentials Audio Recorder. Add tags Add under Event. Then, add an • To add an event, tap event to the desired date. Add tags Add • To save the recording’s location details, tap under Location. 2 Tap . • To pause recording, tap . 3 Tap to end the recording. • The file is saved automatically and the recorded files screen appears.
Update center You can check and install the latest version of the app or software provided by LG. Management Update center. Tap Smart Doctor You can use Smart Doctor to diagnose the device’s condition and optimise it. Management Smart Doctor. Tap LG Mobile Switch Easily transfer data from a used device to a new device via LG Mobile Switch. 1 Tap Management LG Mobile Switch. You can also tap Settings System Backup LG Mobile Switch.
App trash You can see the list of apps deleted on the home screen. The app that was deleted within the last 24 hours can be recovered. Management App trash. Tap For more details, refer to App trash. SmartWorld You can download a variety of games, audio content, apps and fonts provided by LG Electronics. Customise 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.
Services RemoteCall Service. 1 Tap Connect a call to an LG Customer Service Centre. 2 3 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. Cell Broadcast You can view real-time text broadcasts on emergency situations, such as typhoons, floods and earthquakes. Services Cell Broadcast. Tap Google apps You can use Google apps by setting a Google Account.
Drive Drive is a file storage and sharing app that makes it easy to find, share and collaborate on work projects from anywhere, instantly. Duo Make simple, high quality video calls to your friends and family on Android phones and iPhones. Gmail Gmail is an easy to use mail app that keeps your messages safe, makes your inbox smarter, and helps you stay organised. Google The Google app keeps you in the know about the things you care about.
YT Music Purchase music from the Play Store. Play music saved on your device. Sheets Sheets is a collaborative spreadsheet processing tool that powers productivity. Use Sheets to import, organise and analyse information together in real-time. Slides Google Slides is a collaborative presentation creation tool that powers productivity. Use Slides to organise information, present results, and make decisions together in real-time.
04 Settings
Settings You can customise the device settings in accordance with your preferences. Settings. Tap • If you enter a keyword on the search window at the top of the screen, you can conveniently run the items that need to be set. Network & internet Dual SIM Card You can configure Dual SIM settings. 1 On the settings screen, tap Network & internet Dual SIM Card. 2 Customise the following functions: • SIM card 1: Change the name and icon of the SIM card 1.
Wi-Fi You can connect to nearby devices over a Wi-Fi network. Connecting to a Wi-Fi network 1 On the settings screen, tap Network & internet to activate it. 2 Tap Wi-Fi. • Available Wi-Fi networks appear automatically. 3 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 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. 1 On the settings screen, tap Network & internet Wi-Fi Advanced Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Direct. • Nearby devices that support Wi-Fi Direct automatically appear. 2 Select a device. • Connection occurs when the device accepts the connection request. • The battery may drain faster when using Wi-Fi Direct.
Call You can customise call settings, such as voice call and international call options. • Some features may not be supported depending on the area or service provider. 1 On the settings screen, tap Network & internet Call. 2 Customise the settings. Tethering USB tethering You can connect the device to another device via USB and share mobile data. 1 Connect your device and other devices via USB cable. 2 On the settings screen, tap Network & internet Tethering USB tethering and then tap to activate it.
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. 1 On the settings screen, tap Network & internet Tethering Wi-Fi hotspot and then tap to activate it. 2 Tap Set up Wi-Fi hotspot, and enter the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password. 3 Turn on Wi-Fi on the other device, and select the name of the device network on the Wi-Fi list. 4 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#Bluetooth_tethering Help You can view help on using tethering and hotspots. On the settings screen, tap Network & internet Tethering Help. Airplane mode You can turn off the call and mobile data functions.
VPN You can connect to a safe virtual network, such as an intranet. You can also manage connected virtual private networks. Adding VPN 1 On the settings screen, tap Network & internet 2 Tap . VPN. • This feature is available only when the screen lock is activated. If the screen lock is deactivated, a notification screen appears. Tap Change from the notification screen to activate the screen lock. See Setting a screen lock for details. 3 Enter VPN details and tap Save.
Connected devices 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 1 On the settings screen, tap Connected devices to activate it. 2 Tap Bluetooth. • Available devices appear automatically. • To refresh the device list, tap . • Only devices set as visible are displayed on the list. 3 Select a device from the list.
Sharing panel You can share contents from Gallery, Music and File Manager with nearby devices. Also you can share the content with specific people in apps that work with Google Direct Share. 1 On the settings screen, tap Connected devices Sharing panel. 2 Tap to deactivate each option. • Nearby devices: You can display the nearby devices to which you can share contents on the Gallery, Music, and File Manager apps.
Printing You can connect your device to a Bluetooth printer and print photos or documents saved on the device. On the settings screen, tap Connected devices Printing. • Tap Default Print Service to search for printers you can connect to. Or, Add printer to manually add a printer. tap • Tap Add service to download the printer app you want. • This is available only when the mobile network or the Bluetooth function is turned on. • To down the printer app in Add service, first log on to your Google account.
• Sound quality and effects: Use the function to set the sound quality and effects while playing a song or video. • Vibration type: You can select the type of vibration when receiving calls. • Dialing keypad sound: Enable the keypad sound effect. • LG Keyboard sound: Enable LG keyboard sound effect. • Touch sound: Enable a sound effect for tapping an item. • Screen lock sound: Enable a sound effect when the screen is locked or unlocked. Display You can customise detailed settings for each screen type.
• Brightness: Use the slide bar to change the device’s screen brightness. • Auto: Set the device so that the screen brightness is automatically adjusted in accordance with the ambient light intensity. • Screen timeout: Automatically turn off the screen when the device is left idle for a specified period of time. • Auto-rotate screen: Automatically rotate the screen according to the device’s orientation. • Screen saver: Display a screen saver when the device is connected to the holder or charger.
• Content lock: Allow you to set a lock type (password or pattern) for your QuickMemo+ and Gallery files. • Location: You can customise 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 Memory card encryption for details. -- Secure start-up: Protect your device with a lock when it powers on.
Extensions Smart Doctor You can use Smart Doctor to diagnose the device’s condition and optimise it. On the settings screen, tap Extensions Smart Doctor. Gaming You can configure settings for game tools, graphics and battery saving feature. 1 On the settings screen, tap Extensions Gaming. 2 Customise the following settings: to use the game launcher. • Game Launcher: Tap • Game tools: You can run the function while playing games by touching the game tools icon among the home touch buttons.
3 In the list of available apps, tap Install to install a copy of a desired app and follow the on-screen instructions. • On the screen, the list of available dual apps is shown. During installation, app icons are generated on the home screen. Shortcuts You can use buttons such as the Lock/Power, Volume, and Google Assistant to run certain apps or functions right away. 1 On the settings screen, tap Extensions Shortcuts. 2 Customise the following settings.
Digital Wellbeing & parental controls You can view the product use time and set the timer for each app. Also, you can manage the mobile phone use time by using the Sleep Preparation Mode and Focus Mode. Select Digital Wellbeing & parental controls on the settings screen and set the desired function. Apps & notifications You can check a list of installed apps, and configure the settings for notifications, app permissions, and more. 1 On the settings screen, tap Apps & notifications.
• 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 optimisation mode. Storage You can view and manage internal storage on the device or storage space of the memory card. 1 On the settings screen, tap Storage.
System Update center You can check and install the latest version of the app or software provided by LG. 1 On the settings screen, tap System Update center. 2 Customise 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. Language & keyboard You can customise language and keyboard settings for your device.
• 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 customise date and time settings for your device. 1 On the settings screen, tap System Date & time. 2 Customise the settings. Memory You can view the average amount of memory usage over a certain period of time and the memory occupied by an app. 1 On the settings screen, tap System Memory.
Restart & reset You can reset the device including network and app settings. 1 On the settings screen, tap System Restart & reset. 2 Customise the following settings: • Auto-restart: Automatically restart and optimise the phone at a to activate this feature. The device automatically set time. Tap restarts at a set time and optimise itself. Select a date and time for restart. • You can set the device to restart itself once a week. The device automatically restarts in an hour from the preset time.
• Restarting and resetting your device deletes all data on it. Enter your device name, Google Account and other initial information again. • After data initialization, the data cannot be restored. About phone You can view information about your device, such as the name, status, software details and legal information. On the settings screen, tap System About phone and view information. Regulatory & safety You can view regulatory marks and related information on your device.
• Vision High contrast screen: Turn the background colour into black for a high contrast screen. • Vision Screen color inversion: Increase the display colour contrast for people with low vision. • Vision Screen color adjustment: Adjust the display colour. • Vision Monochrome: Switch the screen to grayscale mode. • Vision End call with the Power key: End a call by pressing the Power/Lock key. • Hearing Captions: Turn on the subtitle service when playing videos for the hearing impaired.
• 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: Allow you to tap items to hear spoken feedback. • Switch Access: Create key combinations to control your device.
05 Appendix
Language Settings Select a language to use on your device. Settings System Language & keyboard Language • Tap Add language, and select a language. -- Touch and hold and drag it to the top of the language list to set it as a default language. LG Bridge LG Bridge overview LG Bridge is an app that helps you manage the photos, music, videos and documents saved on your LG smartphone from your computer conveniently. You can back up contacts, photos and more to the computer or update the device software.
Installing LG Bridge on a computer 1 2 3 4 Go to www.lg.com from your computer. Select your region. Click Support Software & Firmware. Enter the name of your device. OR Select by the Product Category. 5 Go to PC Sync LG Bridge to download the setup file. • Go to Details to view the minimum requirements for installing LG Bridge. Phone software update LG Mobile phone software update from the Internet For more information about using this function, please visit http://www.lg.com/common/index.
LG Mobile Phone software update via Overthe-Air (OTA) This feature allows you to conveniently update your phone’s software to a newer version via OTA, without connecting a USB cable. This feature will only be available if and when LG makes a newer firmware version available for your device. To perform the phone software update, Settings System Update center Software Update Check now for update.
Anti-Theft Guide Set up your device to prevent other people from using it if it's been reset to factory settings without your permission. For example, if your device is lost, stolen, or wiped, only someone with your Google Account or screen lock information can use the device. All you need to make sure your device is protected is: • Set a screen lock: If your device is lost or stolen but you have a screen lock set, the device can't be erased using the Settings menu unless your screen is unlocked.
Open Source Software Notice Information To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses, that is contained in this product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com. In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download.
Trademarks • For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together, DTS:X, and the DTS:X logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of DTS, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved. • Copyright ©2020 LG Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Group and its related entities.
More information Tempered glass parts Tempered glass parts of this device are not permanent and they may wear out over time. • 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 Customer Service Centre. • You can purchase protective cases to protect your device from damage on the market.
Guide to data transfers • For the data that can be exchange between LG devices or between the LG device and a third party device, see the following table.
Disposal of your old appliance 1. This crossed-out wheeled bin symbol indicates that waste electrical and electronic products (WEEE) should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream. 2. Old electrical products can contain hazardous substances so correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.
FAQ This chapter lists some problems you might encounter when using your device. Some problems require you to call your service provider, but most are easy to fix yourself. Device overheats Device overheats while it is used.
• Other cases -- When roaming overseas -- When using the device in areas with weak signals or no reception -- When charging the device with the charger/USB cable port that is damaged or contaminated with foreign substance • Some of the above cases may not apply depending on the features and apps. Device overheats while charging. • The device and the charger may become hot while charging. If the battery temperature rises above a certain level, the device may stop charging.
Usage limitations when the device overheats If the device overheats while using it or charging, some features, apps, or even the device may be turned off. This is a normal operation for the devices that support this feature. • If the device temperature rises above a certain level, a warning message appears. -- If you play high-end games, record videos, or upload large files, the device may overheat for a prolonged period. In this case, a warning message may appear to notify automatic shutdown.
Charging error Make sure device is charging at a normal temperature. Check the charger and its connection to the device. Use only in-box accessories which are authorised by LG. The battery depletes faster than when first purchased When you expose the device or the battery to very cold or hot temperatures, the battery life may be reduced. Battery consumption will increase when you use certain features or apps, such as GPS, games or the Internet.
The touch screen responds slowly or incorrectly If you attach a screen protector or optional accessories to the touch screen, the touch screen may not function properly. If you are wearing gloves, if your hands are not clean while touching the touch screen or if you tap the screen with sharp objects or your fingertips, the touch screen may malfunction. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water. Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs.
Reset the device • If the methods above do not solve your problem, perform a factory data reset. • On the settings screen, tap System Restart & reset Factory data reset. -- This method resets all settings for the device and deletes data. Before performing the factory data reset, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. -- If you registered a Google Account to the device, you must sign in to the same Google Account after resetting the device.
