LG Tribute 5TM Boost Mobile User Guide

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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. 
 
   

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To change the bottom row keys: 
1. Tap  >  > 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. 
Search Your Phone and the Web 
You can search for information on your phone and on the web using...

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2. Enter the text youre searching for in the search field. 
 
 You can use the Search preferences to configure some aspects of Google web search (for 
example, whether it makes suggestions below the search field as you type), and what phone 
features you want to include in searches. To access these settings, touch  > Settings. 
3. Tap  to search for the entered text. 
– or – 
If what you want to search for appears in the suggestions list, tap that item to conduct the search. 
4. If...

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Create a Google Account 
You must create and/or sign into a Google Account to use Gmail, Google HangoutsTM, Google 
CalendarTM, and other Google Apps. Signing into a Google Account is also necessary to download 
applications from the Google Play Store app to sync your data (if applicable) with the Google servers, and 
to take advantage of any other available Google services on your phone. 
If you don‘t have a Google Account, you will be prompted to create one. If you have an...

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Note: W hen setting up a new Google Account, either on your phone or online, you will be prompted to 
add a secondary email address. Enter a second Gmail address or any other email address from which 
you currently send and receive email. This address is used to authenticate your account should you ever 
encounter problems or forget your password. It is strongly encouraged for Android users so you can 
regain access to Google services and purchases on your phone. 
Sign into Your...

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Important: Our policies often do not apply to third-party applications. Third-party applications may access 
your personal information or require us to disclose your customer information to the third-party application 
provider. To find out how a third-party application will collect, access, use, or disclose your personal 
information, check the application provider‘s policies, which can usually be found on their website. If you 
aren‘t comfortable with the third-party application‘s...

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Update an App 
Depending on your settings, many apps will update automatically, or you can update apps directly from 
the Play Store app. 
Update an App Directly 
1. Tap  >  > Play Store . 
2. Tap  > My apps. 
3. Tap the app you want to update, and then tap UPDATE > ACCEPT. 
 The app update is downloaded and installed. 
Set Automatic App Updates 
1. Tap  >  > Play Store . 
2. Tap  > Settings. 
3. Tap Auto-update apps and select an option. 
 The app is set to update automatically...

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 The Web browser will take you to the Google Play Help W eb page, where you will find 
comprehensive, categorized information about Google Play. 
Lock and Unlock Your Screen 
Your phone allows you to quickly turn the screen off when not in use and to turn it back on and unlock it 
when you need it. 
Turn the Screen Off When Not in Use 
■ To quickly turn the screen off, press the Power/Lock Button. Pressing the Power/Lock Button 
again or receiving an incoming call will turn on your...

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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  >  > Settings  > Display tab. 
2. Tap Lock screen. 
3. Tap Select screen lock > Knock Code. 
4. Use the 2x2 grid to create a sequence of knocks (or taps) to set your knock code. 
 
Note: You have to create a Backup PIN as a safety measure in case you forget your unlock...

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Signal during update: Update your phone where signal reception is good, and do not change 
location during the update process. Make sure the battery is adequately charged before beginning an 
update. A weak signal or low battery during an update may cause the update to fail. An update failure 
may disable the phone. 
Other functions during update: Other phone functions cannot be used during a software update. 
Update Your Phone Software 
You can update your phones software using the...