LG G2 User Guide

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New text or multimedia messageChoose input method
A song is currently playingDLNA content share
Mobile hotspot is activeDLNA music playing
NOTE: The icon`s location in the status bar may differ according to the 
function or service.
On-screen keyboard
You can enter text using the on-screen keyboard. The on-screen keyboard appears automatically on the screen when you need to enter text. To manually display the keyboard, simply tap a text field where you want to enter text.
Using the keypad & entering...

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Google account setup
When you first turn on your phone, you have the opportunity to activate the network, to sign into your Google Account and select how you want to use certain Google services. 
To set up your Google account: 
•	Sign into a Google Account from the prompted set-up screen.
 OR 
•	Ta p   >  > Apps tab > select a Google application, such as Gmail > select New to create a new account. 
If you have a Google account, tap Existing, enter your email address and password, then tap .
Once you...

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Connecting to Networks and Devices
Wi-Fi
With Wi-Fi, you can use high-speed Internet within the coverage of the wireless access point (AP). Enjoy wireless Internet using Wi-Fi, without extra charges. 
Connecting to Wi-Fi networks
To use Wi-Fi on your phone, you need to access a wireless access point or ‘hotspot’. Some access points are open and you can simply connect to them. Others are hidden or use security features; you must configure your phone to be able to connect to them.
Turn off Wi-Fi when...

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Bluetooth
You can use Bluetooth to send data by running a corresponding application, but not from the Bluetooth menu as on most other mobile phones.
NOTE: •	LG is not responsible for the loss, interception or misuse of data sent or 
received via the Bluetooth wireless feature.
•	Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted 
and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the 
operating distance may be reduced.
•	Some devices, especially those that are...

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Send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature
1  Select a file or item, such as a contact, calendar event or media file, from an appropriate application or from Downloads.
2  Select the option for sending data via Bluetooth.
NOTE: The method for selecting an option may vary by data type. 
3  Search for and pair with a Bluetooth-enabled device.
Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature
1  Ta p  >  > Apps tab >  Settings > Networks tab > set Bluetooth to ON. 
2  Tap the Bluetooth menu again and...

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To share your phone's data connection as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot
1  Ta p  >  > Apps tab >  Settings > Networks tab > Tethering & networks > Wi-Fi hotspot switch to activate. 
2  Enter a password and tap Save.
TIP! If your computer is running Windows 7 or a recent distribution of some 
flavours of Linux (such as Ubuntu), you will not usually need to prepare your 
computer for tethering. But, if you are running an earlier version of Windows 
or another operating system, you may need to prepare your...

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ATTENTION! If you set the security option as Open, you cannot prevent 
unauthorised usage of online services by other people and additional cha\
rges 
may be incurred. To avoid unauthorized usage, you are advised to keep the 
security option active.
Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct supports a direct connection between Wi-Fi enabled devices without an access point. Due to the high battery usage of Wi-Fi direct, it is recommended that you plug your phone into a power outlet while using the Wi-Fi Direct...

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•	If the device is not on the list, make sure on the device that Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, or Bluetooth connection is turned on. And tap Rescan.   
4  Ta p  Send.  To enjoy content from nearby devices such as a computer or mobile device on 
your phone 
1  To connect the nearby devices to your phone, tap Nearby devices on Gallery, Music, or Videos application as below.  

•	Ensure that your phone and nearby devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. 
•	Make sure DLNA feature on the nearby device is...

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PC connections with a USB cable
Learn to connect your device to a PC with a USB cable in USB connection modes. 
Transferring music, photos and videos using the USB mass storage mode
1  Connect your phone to a PC using a USB cable.
2  If you haven't installed the LG Android Platform Driver on your PC, you will need to manually change the settings. Choose System settings > General tab > PC connection > Select USB connection method, then select Media sync (MTP).
3  You can now view the mass storage...

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Calls
Making a call
1  Ta p   to open the keypad.
2  Enter the number using the keypad. To delete a digit, tap the .
3  Ta p   to make a call.
4  To end a call, tap the End icon .
TIP! To enter "+" to make international calls, touch and hold .
Calling your contacts
1  Ta p   to open your contacts.
2  Scroll through the contact list or enter the first few letters of the \
contact you want to call by tapping Search contacts.
3  In the list, tap  you want to call.
Answering and rejecting a call...