LG K8+ User manual
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About this user guide
Thank you for choosing this LG product. Please carefully read this
user guide before using the device for the first time to ensure safe
and proper use.
• Always use genuine LG accessories. The supplied items are
designed only for this device and may not be compatible with
other devices.
• Descriptions are based on the device default settings.
• Default apps on the device are subject to updates, and support for
these apps may be withdrawn without prior notice. If you have any
questions about an app provided with the device, please contact
an LG Service Center. For user-installed apps, please contact the
relevant service provider.
• Modifying the device’s operating system or installing software
from unofficial sources may damage the device and lead to data
corruption or data loss. Such actions will violate your LG license
agreement and void your warranty.
• Some content and illustrations may differ from your device,
depending on the area, service provider, software version, or OS
version, and are subject to change without prior notice.
• Software, audio, wallpaper, images, and other media supplied with
your device are licensed for limited use. If you extract and use
these materials for commercial or other purposes, you may be
infringing copyright laws. As a user, you are fully responsible for
the illegal use of media.
• Additional charges may incur for data services, such as messaging,
uploading, downloading, auto-syncing and location services. To
avoid additional charges, select a data plan suitable to your needs.
Contact your service provider to obtain additional details.
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Instructional notices
WARNING: Situations that could cause injury to the user and third
parties.
CAUTION: Situations that may cause minor injury or damage to the
device.
NOTE: Notices or additional information.
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Table of contents
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Custom-designed
Features
6Multi-tasking feature
8quick share
9Gallery features
13 Google Assistant
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Basic Functions
15 Product components and
accessories
16 Parts overview
18 Turning the power on or off
19 Installing the SIM card
21 Inserting the memory card
22 Removing the memory card
22 Battery
26 Touch screen
30 Home screen
40 Screen lock
43 Memory card encryption
44 Taking screenshots
45 Entering text
51 Do not disturb
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Useful Apps
53 Installing and uninstalling
apps
54 App trash
55 App Shortcuts
56 Phone
59 Messages
66 Camera
74 Gallery
77 Chrome
77 Duo
77 Contacts
80 QuickMemo+
82 Clock
83 Calendar
84 Tasks
85 Music
86 Calculator
86 Audio Recorder
87 NextRadio
87 LG SmartWorld
87 File Manager
88 Smart cleaning
88 LG Mobile Switch
88 Downloads
89 Emergency Alerts
89 Google Apps
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Phone Settings
92 Settings
92 Network
100 Sound
101 Display
102 General
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Appendix
113 LG Bridge
114 Phone software update
116 Anti-Theft Guide
117 Open Source Software Notice
Information
118 More information
120 FAQ
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For Your Safety
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LIMITED WARRANTY -
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Custom-designed
Features
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Custom-designed Features 6
Multi-tasking feature
Multi-Window
You can use two apps at the same time by separating the screen into
multiple windows.
1 Tap from the Home touch buttons.
• Recently-used apps appear.
2 Tap at the top of the desired app to use the Multi-Window
feature.
• The selected app appears at the top half of the screen.
You can also access this feature by doing the following:
1 Touch and hold while using an app.
• Recently-used apps appear on the split screen.
2 Tap at the top of the desired app to use the Multi-Window
feature.
• The selected app appears at the bottom of the screen.
Custom-designed Features 7
• To deactivate the Multi-Window feature, touch and hold on the
Home touch button.
• To adjust the size of the split screen, drag at the center of the
screen.
• The Multi-Window feature is not supported by some LG apps and
apps downloaded from Play Store.
Overview screen
The Overview screen provides a preview of your recently-used apps.
To view the list of recently-used apps, tap on the Home touch
buttons.
• Touch and hold an app and drag it to the top of the screen to start
the app with the Multi-Window feature. You can also tap at the
top of each app preview.
Custom-designed Features 8
quick share
You can share a photo or video using a desired app immediately after
taking it.
1 Tap , then take a photo or record a video.
2 Tap the app icon that appears on the screen to share it using that
app.
You can also swipe the icon towards the opposite direction to see
what other apps you can use to share your photos and videos.
quick share icon
• The app displayed by the quick share icon may vary, depending
on the type and frequency of access to the apps installed on the
device.
Custom-designed Features 9
Gallery features
Floating button
You can use the floating button at the lower part of the Gallery app
screen in landscape mode.
• After dragging the button upwards, release it when you reach
the button to return to the Home screen.
• You can drag the button to the left or right to move the
floating button as desired.
Custom-designed Features 10
Creating a movie
You can create a new movie by putting images and videos together.
1 Tap ,select an album, and then tap Create movie.
2 Select images or videos for your movie and tap NEXT.
3 Edit the selected images and videos and then tap SAVE.
Deleting files
You can select images or videos to delete from your video by tapping
at the top right corner of its thumbnail.
Adding files
You can select images or videos to add after tapping at the
bottom of the screen. You can also select the images or videos you
have already previously added.
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Rearranging files
To rearrange the images and videos, touch and hold the file you want
to move, then drag it to the desired location.
Adding file effects
Tap to add a theme or background music, change the font, and
add a title and author.
• Download the VASSET app from Play Store to add video themes,
background music or font faces.
If you use mobile data without connecting to a Wi-Fi network, you
may be charged for data usage.
Resetting the movie edits
You can reset the edits made to the movie (e.g. play time, theme,
background music and font effect) by tapping .
Previewing a file
Check your new video before saving it by tapping . After the
playback time elapses, the next file is played automatically.
• A maximum of 50 images and videos can be used to create a video.
• The playback time for an image is 3 seconds by default and it
cannot be changed. Videos can be trimmed down to a minimum of
1 second.
• This feature may not support some image or video formats.
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Making a GIF file
You can easily make a GIF file using previously recorded video.
1 At the desired starting point while watching a video, tap .
2 Select the length of the GIF you want to create.
• The GIF file is generated for the time selected from the current
time.
• For videos less than 5 seconds, GIF images are automatically
generated for the remaining time.
• You may use this feature solely for creative purposes. The use of
this feature involving infringement of any other person’s rights,
such as copyright or defamatory or offensive statements, may be
subject to civil, criminal, or administrative liabilities and/or penalties
under applicable laws. You shall not copy, reproduce, distribute, or
otherwise make illegal use of any copyrighted materials without
permission of the rightful owner or copyright holder. To the fullest
extent permitted by applicable law, LG Electronics disclaims all
expressed and implied warranties as well as liabilities associated
thereto.
You can also create a GIF file from Gallery.
1 While viewing an album, tap Create GIF.
2 Select the desired photos to create a GIF file and then tap NEXT.
• You can add more images and adjust the GIF speed, screen
ratio, and file order.
3 Tap SAVE.
• A maximum of 100 images can be used to create a GIF file.
Custom-designed Features 13
Google Assistant
You can manage tasks, plan your day, get answers, and much more.
• To use this feature, first connect to the network and sign in to your
Google account.
Launching Google Assistant
1 Press and hold from the Home screen to launch Google
Assistant.
2 Follow the on-screen instructions to configure the voice settings.
• The device saves your voice data for recognition.
Launching Google Assistant with your voice
1 Say “Ok Google” when the screen is turned on or locked.
2 Say a command or question when you see on the bottom of
the screen.
Launching Google Assistant from the Home
screen
Touch and hold from the Home screen.
• Voice recognition accuracy may decrease if you speak with
an unclear voice or in a noisy place. When you use the voice
recognition feature, increase its accuracy by speaking with a clear
voice in a quiet place.
Basic Functions
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Basic Functions 15
Product components and
accessories
The following items are included with your device.
• Device
• Battery
• USB cable
• Charger
• Quick Start Guide
• The items supplied with the device and any available accessories
may vary depending on the area and service provider.
• Always use genuine LG Electronics accessories. Using accessories
made by other manufacturers may affect your device's call
performance or cause malfunctions. This may not be covered by
LG's repair service.
• If any of these basic items are missing, contact the dealer from
which you purchased your device.
• To purchase additional basic items, contact an LG Customer Service
Center.
• To purchase optional items, contact an LG Customer Service Center
for available dealers.
• Some items in the product box are subject to change without
notice.
• The appearance and specifications of your device are subject to
change without notice.
• Device specifications may vary depending on the area or service
provider.
• Be sure to use authentic accessories provided by LG Electronics.
Using third-party accessories may damage the device or cause
malfunctions.
• Remove the protective film on the camera lens if necessary.
Basic Functions 16
Parts overview
Earpiece
Microphone
Touch screen
Proximity/Ambient
light sensor
Stereo headset jack Microphone
Front camera lens
Rear camera lens
Volume keys (+/-)
Charger/USB cable port
Flash
Speaker
Power/Lock key
Basic Functions 17
• Proximity/Ambient light sensor
- Proximity sensor: During a call, the proximity sensor turns off
the screen and disables touch functionality when the device is
in close proximity to the human body. It turns the screen back
on and enables touch functionality when the device is outside a
specific range.
- Ambient light sensor: The ambient light sensor analyzes the
ambient light intensity when the auto-brightness control mode
is turned on.
• Volume keys
- Adjust the volume for ringtones, calls or notifications.
- While using the Camera, gently press a Volume key to take a
photo. To take continuous shots of photos, press and hold the
Volume key.
- Press the Volume Down key twice to launch the Camera app
when the screen is locked or turned off. Press the Volume Up
key twice to launch Capture+.
• Power/Lock key
- Briefly press the key when you want to turn the screen on or off.
- Press and hold the key when you want to select a power control
option.
• Some functions may be restricted for access, depending on the
device specifications.
• Do not put heavy objects on the device or sit on it. Doing so may
damage the touch screen.
• Screen-protective film or accessories may interfere with the
proximity sensor.
• If your device is wet or is being used in a humid place, the touch
screen or buttons may not function properly.
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Turning the power on or off
Turning the power on
When the power is turned off, press and hold the Power/Lock key.
• When the device is turned on for the first time, initial configuration
takes place. The first booting time for the smart phone may be
longer than usual.
Turning the power off
Press and hold the Power/Lock key, then select Power off.
Power control options
Press and hold the Power/Lock key, then select an option.
• Power off: Turn off the device.
• Power off and restart: Restart the device.
• Turn on Airplane mode: Block telecommunication-related
functions, including making phone calls, messaging and browsing
the Internet. Other functions remain available.
Basic Functions 19
Installing the SIM card
Insert the SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card provided by your
service provider to start using your device.
1 To remove the back cover, hold the phone firmly in one hand. With
your other hand, lift off the back cover with your thumbnail as
shown in the figure below.
2 Slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot with the gold-colored
contacts facing downwards.
SIM card
Lower slot
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