LG G4 User Guide
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10Important notice 4. Using the Hard Reset (Factory Reset) If your phone needs to be restored to its original settings and condition, use a Hard Reset (Factory Reset). 1 Turn the power off. 2 Press and hold the Power/Lock Key + Volume Down Key at the same time. 3 Release only the Power/Lock Key when the boot logo is displayed, then immediately press and hold it again. 4 Release all of the keys when the Factory data reset screen is displayed. 5 Press the Volume Down Key to scroll to Ye s, then press the Power/Lock Key to continue. 6 Press the Volume Down Key to scroll to Ye s once more, then press the Power/ Lock Key to confi rm. 7 Your phone performs a factory reset. WARNING If you perform a Hard Reset, all user applications, user data and DRM licenses will be deleted. Please remember to backup any important data before performing a Hard Reset.
11Important notice 5. Opening and switching applications Multitasking is easy with Android; you can keep more than one application running at the same time. There is no need to quit an application before opening another. Use and switch between several open applications. Android manages each application, stopping and starting them as needed to make sure that idle applications don't consume resources unnecessarily. To stop applications: 1 Ta p . App previews of recently used applications will be displayed. 2 Tap the application you want to access. This does not stop the previous app from running in the background. Make sure to tap to back out of a window after using it. • To close an app from the recent apps list, swipe the app preview to the left or right. To clear all apps, tap Clear all. 6. If the screen freezes If the screen freezes or the phone does not respond when you try to operate it, remove the battery and reinsert it. Then power the phone back on.
12Getting to know your phone Phone layout Earpiece Proximity Sensor Front Camera LensNotification LED Headset JackMicrophone Charger/USB Port Microphone Infrared LED NOTE: Proximity sensor When receiving and making calls, the proximity sensor automatically turns the backlight off and locks the touch screen by sensing when the phone is near your ear. This extends battery life and prevents you from unintentionally activating the touch screen during calls. WARNING Placing a heavy object on the phone or sitting on it can damage the display and touch screen functions. Do not cover the proximity sensor with screen protectors or any other type of protective film. This could cause the sensor to malfunction. Getting to know your phone
13Getting to know your phone Volume Keys Power/Lock Key NFC Touch PointLaser Detection Auto-Focus Speaker Rear Camera Lens Flash Power/Lock Key• Press and hold to access the menu to turn your phone off, restart it, or turn airplane mode on and off. • Press once quickly to wake or lock the screen. Volume Keys While screen is off • Press Volume Up Key twice to launch QuickMemo+.• Press Volume Down Key twice to launch the camera. On the Home screen • Control ringer volume. During a call • Control your earpiece volume. When playing audio/video • Control volume continuously.
14Getting to know your phone WARNING Be careful not to damage the NFC touch point on the phone, as this is part of the NFC antenna. NOTE: Laser Detection Auto-Focus Sensor Detects the distance between the rear camera and nearby objects using laser technology. This feature helps the camera to focus quickly and accurately at short or long distances. Installing the SIM or USIM card Before you can start exploring your new phone, you need to set it up. 1 To remove the back cover, hold the phone fi rmly in one hand. With your other hand, lift off the back cover with your thumbnail as shown in the fi gure below.
15Getting to know your phone 2 Slide the SIM card into the lower slot for the SIM card as shown in the fi gure. Make sure the gold contact area on the card is facing downward. NOTE: Only microSIM cards work with this device. 3 Insert the battery. 4 To replace the cover onto the device, align the cover over the back of the phone and press it down until it clicks into place .
16Getting to know your phone Charging the phone Charge the battery before using it for first time. Use the charger to charge the battery. WARNING Use only LG-approved chargers, batteries and cables. If you use unapproved chargers, batteries or cables, it may cause a battery charging delay or display a pop-up message regarding slow charging. It can also cause the battery to explode or damage the device, which are not covered by the warranty. The Charger/USB Port is located at the bottom of the phone. Insert the charger and plug it into a power outlet.
17Getting to know your phone NOTE: Do not open the back cover while your phone is charging. Unlocking the screen By default, your screen will lock after a period of inactivity, then turn off. Unlocking the screen 1 Press the Power/Lock Key or double-tap on the screen. 2 Swipe the screen in any direction to unlock it. Smart Lock You can use Smart Lock to make unlocking your phone easier. You can configure it to keep your phone unlocked when you have a trusted Bluetooth device connected to it, when it's in a familiar location, like your home or work, or when it recognizes your face. Setting up Smart Lock Before you activate Smart Lock, you need to set up a screen lock (Knock Code, pattern, PIN, or password). 1 Ta p > > . 2 Ta p Display tab > Lock screen > Smart Lock. 3 Enter your current screen lock (if necessary). 4 Tap one of the options and add trusted devices, locations or facial recognition.
18Your Home screen Your Home screen Touch screen tips Here are some tips on how to navigate on your phone. • Tap or touch – A single finger tap selects items, links, shortcuts and letters on the on-screen keyboard. • Touch and hold – Touch and hold an item on the screen by tapping it and not lifting your finger until an action occurs. • Drag – Touch and hold an item for a moment and then, without lifting your finger, move your finger on the screen until you reach the target position. You can drag items on the Home screen to reposition them. • Swipe or slide – To swipe or slide, quickly move your finger across the surface of the screen, without pausing when you first tap it (so you don’t drag an item instead). • Double-tap – Double-tap to zoom on a webpage or a map (if the feature is supported by the application). • Pinch-to-Zoom – Use your index finger and thumb in a pinching or spreading motion to zoom in or out when using the browser or maps, or when browsing pictures (if the feature is supported by the application). • Rotate the screen – From many applications and menus, the screen orientation adjusts to the device's physical orientation. NOTE:• Do not press too hard; the tap screen is sensitive enough to pick up a light, yet firm tap. • Use the tip of your finger to tap the option you want. Be careful not to tap any other buttons.
19Your Home screen Home screen The Home screen is the starting point for many and functions. It allows you to add items like app shortcuts and Google widgets to give you instant access to information and applications. This is the default canvas and accessible from any menu by tapping . Status Bar Widget Application Icons Home Screen Location Indicator Quick Button Area Home Touch Buttons Shows the phone's status information, including the time, signal strength, battery status, and notification icons. Widgets are self-contained applications that can be accessed through the Apps screen or on the Home screen. Unlike a shortcut, the Widget can function as an on-screen application. Tap an icon (application, folder, etc.) to open and use it. Indicates which Home screen canvas you are currently viewing. Provides one-touch access to the function in any Home screen canvas.