LG V20 User Guide
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Basic Functions30 Removing the battery Open the back cover and pull out the battery. • Turn off the device before removing the battery. Failure to do so may damage the device. Charging the battery Before using the device, fully charge the battery. Charge the device with the USB Type-C cable. USB Type-C cable USB Type-C port • Make sure to use the USB cable provided with your device. • Make sure to use an LG-approved charger, battery and charging cable. Charging the battery with a third-party charger may cause the battery to explode or may damage the device. • Using the device when it is charging may cause electric shock. To use the device, stop charging it.
Basic Functions31 • Remove the charger from the power socket after the device is fully charged. This prevents unnecessary power consumption. • Another way to charge the battery is by connecting a USB cable between the device and a desktop or laptop computer. This may take a longer time than charging the battery in the common way. • Do not charge the battery by using a USB hub that is unable to maintain the rated voltage. Charging may fail or unintentionally stop. Precautions when using the device • When replacing the battery, take extra care to ensure that no foreign substances or water enter the device. • Ensure that the inside of the device does not make contact with a metallic object or water. • Press the back cover release key to remove the back cover; do not use force to remove the back cover. • Make sure to use the USB cable provided; do not use third party USB cables or chargers with your device. The LG limited warranty does not cover the use of third party accessories. • Failure to follow the instructions in this guide and improper use may damage the device. Using the battery efficiently Battery lifespan may decrease if you keep many apps and functions running simultaneously and continuously. Stop apps and functions from running in the background to increase battery life. To minimize 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. • Minimize the screen brightness. • Set a screen lock when the device is not used. • Check the battery usage details and close any downloaded apps that are draining the battery.
Basic Functions32 Touch screen You can familiarize yourself with how to control your device by using touch screen gestures. Tapping Lightly tap with your fingertip to select or run an app or option. Touching and holding Touch and hold for several seconds to display a menu with available options.
Basic Functions33 Double-tapping Tap twice quickly to zoom in or out on a web page or map. Dragging Touch 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.
Basic Functions34 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. • The touch control may not work properly if you tap while wearing a glove or by using the tip of your fingernail. • Touch control may not work properly if the screen is moist or wet. • The touch screen may not function properly if a screen-protective film or accessory purchased from a third party store is attached to the device.
Basic Functions35 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. To search for apps installed on your device, use the In Apps ( ) function. Home screen layout You can view all apps and organize widgets and folders on the Home screen. Second screen Quick access area Home touch buttons Folder Status bar Weather widget Page icon Google search widget • The Home screen may vary, depending on the service provider or software version. • Second screen: Launch apps and view urgent information without having to search on the main screen. • Status bar: View status icons, the time and the battery level.
Basic Functions36 • Weather widget: View the weather information and time for a specific area. • Google search widget: Perform a Google search by inputting spoken or written keywords. • Folder: Create folders to group apps by your preferences. • Page icon: Display the total number of Home screen canvases. Tap the desired page icon to go to the page you selected. The icon reflecting the current canvas will be highlighted. • Quick access area: Fix main apps at the bottom of the screen so that they can be accessed from any Home screen canvas. • Home touch buttons - : Return to the previous screen. Close the keypad or pop-up windows. - : Tap to go to the Home screen. To launch Google search, touch and hold. - : Tap to view a list of recently used apps or run an app from the list. To delete all the recently used apps, tap CLEAR ALL. To use two apps at the same time with the Multi-Window feature, touch and hold the button while using an app. Editing the Home touch buttons You can rearrange the Home touch buttons or add frequently used functions to the Home touch buttons area. Tap Settings Display Home touch buttons Button combination and customize the settings. • Several functions, including QSlide, Notification panel and Capture+, are provided. A maximum of five items can be added.
Basic Functions37 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. No signal Data is being transmitted over the network Alarm is set Vibrate mode is on Bluetooth is on Connected to a computer via USB Battery level Airplane mode is on Missed calls Wi-Fi is connected Mute mode is on GPS is on Hotspot is on No SIM card NFC is on • Some of these icons may appear differently or may not appear at all, depending on the device's status. Refer to the icons according to the actual environment in which you are using the device. • Displayed icons may vary, depending on the area or service provider.
Basic Functions38 Notifications panel You can open the notifications panel by dragging the status bar downward on the main screen. • To open the quick access icons list, drag the notifications panel downwards or tap . • To rearrange, add, or remove icons, tap EDIT. • If you touch and hold the icon, the settings screen for the corresponding function appears. EDIT
Basic Functions39 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. You can also tap Settings Display and activate Auto-rotate 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 add a widget to the Home screen, touch and hold on a blank area of the Home screen, then select Widgets. • To change a theme, touch and hold on a blank area of the Home screen, then select Theme. You can also tap Settings Display Theme, then select a theme to apply to the device. • 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 Uninstalled apps. See Uninstalled apps for details.