LG G6 User Guide

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•	To encrypt the memory card, make sure that a screen lock is set using a 
PIN or password.
•	 Once memory card encryption starts, some functions are not available.
•	 If the device is turned off while encryption is underway, the encryption 
process will fail, and some data may be damaged. Therefore, be sure to 
check that the battery level is sufficient before starting encryption.
•	 Encrypted files are accessible only from the device where the files were 
encrypted.
•	 The encrypted...

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Entering text
Using the Smart keyboard
You can use the Smart keyboard to enter and edit text.
With the Smart keyboard, you can view text as you type without 
bothering to alternate between the screen and a conventional keyboard. 
This allows you to easily find and correct errors when typing.
Moving the cursor
With the Smart keyboard, you can move the cursor to the exact position 
you want. When typing text, touch and hold on the space bar and then 
drag left or right.
•	This option is...

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Suggesting words
Smart keyboard automatically analyzes your usage patterns to suggest 
frequently used words as you type. The longer you use your device, the 
more precise the suggestions are.
Enter text, then tap a suggested word.
•	 The selected word is automatically entered. You do not need to 
manually type every letter of the word.
Changing the QWERTY keyboard layout
You can add, delete or rearrange keys on the bottom row of the keyboard.
1 Tap   Settings  General  Language &...

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•	This option is available on the QWERTY, QWERTZ and AZERTY 
keyboards.
•	 This function may not be supported for some languages.
Customizing the keyboard height
You can customize the keyboard height to maximize hand comfort when 
typing.
1 Tap   Settings  General  Language & keyboard  LG Keyboard  
 Keyboard height and layout  Keyboard height.
You can also touch and hold 
 on the keyboard and tap    Keyboard 
height and layout 
  Keyboard height.
2 Adjust the keyboard height.
Selecting...

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Splitting the keyboard
You can split the keyboard in half and place each piece on either side of 
the screen when the screen is in landscape mode.
Tap 
  Settings  General  Language & keyboard  LG Keyboard  
Keyboard height and layout 
  Split keyboard.
You can also touch and hold 
 on the keyboard and tap    Keyboard 
height and layout 
  Split keyboard.
•	 Rotate the device to landscape mode to split the keyboard to both sides. 
To merge or split the keyboard, pinch together or spread...

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Entering text by using voice
On the keyboard, tap .
•	To maximize the voice command recognition, speak clearly.
•	 To enter text with your voice, make sure that your device is connected 
to a network.
•	 To select the language for voice recognition, tap 
  Languages on the 
voice recognition screen.
•	 This function may not be supported, or the supported languages may 
differ depending on the service area.
Adding languages to the keyboard
You can make additional languages available for...

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Clip Tray
If you copy or cut an image or text, it is automatically saved to the clip tray 
and can be pasted to any space at any time.
1 On the keyboard, touch and hold  and select .
You can also touch and hold the text input window, then select CLIP 
T R AY .
2 Select and paste an item from the clip tray.
•	 A maximum of 20 items can be saved to the clip tray.
•	 Tap 
 to lock saved items in order not to delete them, even when 
the maximum quantity is exceeded. A maximum of ten items...

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Viewing content from nearby devices
You can view content from various devices, such as a computer, NAS or 
mobile device, by using the Gallery or Music apps.
Connecting the devices
Connect both your device and another device that support DLNA function 
to the same wireless network.
•	Make sure that File sharing (DLNA) is activated on both the device and 
the connected device.
Searching for nearby devices
You can view a list of DLNA devices on the same network by selecting the 
Nearby...

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Sending files to a computer
You can quickly send large files to your computer.
1 Install LG Bridge on your computer.
2 Start LG Bridge on the computer, then sign in using your LG account.
3 Tap   Settings  Networks  Share & connect  LG AirDrive, 
then sign in using your LG account.
4 Select a computer on the sharing list from the Gallery,  File Manager, 
and  Music apps.
•	You can download LG Bridge from the LG Electronics website 
(www.lg.com).
•	 Temporarily stored files are...

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