LG Stylo 5 User manual

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MFL71462102 (1.0) www.lg.com
USER GUIDE
Copyright ©2020 LG Electronics Inc. All rights reserved.
LM-Q720TS
LM-Q720MS
OS: Android 10

1
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these apps may be withdrawn without prior notice.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 the LG
Authorized 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.
• Failure to follow the instructions in this guide and improper use may
damage the device.

2
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.

3Table of contents
Table of contents
01
Custom-designed
Features
6Using the Stylus Pen
7Camera features
11 Sound quality and effects
12 Google Assistant
14 Fingerprint recognition
18 Face Recognition
22 Multi-tasking feature
02
Basic Functions
28 Product components and
accessories
29 Parts overview
32 Turning the power on or off
33 Installing the SIM card and
memory card
36 Removing the memory card
36 Charging the battery
38 Touch screen
40 Home screen
49 Screen lock
54 Memory card encryption
55 Taking screenshots
55 Entering text
64 Content sharing
66 Do not disturb
03
Useful Apps
68 Installing and uninstalling apps
70 App Shortcuts
71 Phone
75 Messaging
76 Camera
87 Gallery
93 Chrome
94 QuickMemo+
97 Google apps
99 Contacts
101 Clock
102 Calendar
103 Music
104 Calculator

4Table of contents
104 Game Launcher
105 Email
105 Audio Recorder
106 FM Radio
106 File Manager
106 Smart cleaning
107 LG Mobile Switch
107 LG SmartWorld
04
Settings
109 Settings
109 Network & internet
116 Connected devices
120 Sound
121 Display
122 Lock screen & security
124 Privacy
125 Location
125 Extensions
127 Digital Wellbeing & parental
controls
128 Apps & notifications
128 Battery
129 Storage
129 Accounts
129 Google
130 System
133 Accessibility
05
Appendix
137 LG Language Settings
137 LG Bridge
138 Phone software update
140 Anti-Theft Guide
141 Open Source Software Notice
Information
141 Regulatory information
(FCC ID number, etc.)
141 Trademarks
144 FAQ
06
For Your Safety
07
LIMITED WARRANTY USA

Custom-designed
Features
01

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Using the Stylus Pen
You can create a memo using the stylus. With the Pen Pop feature, you
can quickly access Memo apps when you pull the stylus pen out.
• : Hides/displays the Pen Pop options. Touch and hold the icon to
delete or move it.
• : Opens the New memo feature to allow you to write a memo.
• : Opens the screen recorder to create an animated GIF file. After
adjusting the size and location of the frame, tap . You can record up
to 15 seconds.
• : Opens Draw chat to allow you to draw and share with others.
When you start drawing, it automatically records. Tap to save your
drawing. Then, tap to share it. The drawing chat file will be saved as
a GIF in Gallery.
• : On a screen where you are entering text, you can enter the text
using the pen. (Network connection is required.)
• : You can instantly take notes using the stylus pen.

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Camera features
Wide-angle camera
You can take photos or record videos with a wider range than your actual
field of vision by using the wide-angle on the front camera.
On the home screen, tap , switch to the front camera, then tap /
to switch between the standard and wide-angle.
Wide-angle Standard angle
• See Starting the camera for details.

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QLens
You can do shopping, search image, or scan QR code by taking a photo
with QLens.
1 On the home screen, tap , then tap .
2 Select a desired option among Visual Shopping, Visual Search and Scan
QR code.
3 Tap the screen to take a photo of an object you want to search or scan
a QR code.
• The result will appear after a moment.
• This feature is available only when your device is connected to a
network. If you use mobile data, you may be charged for data usage,
depending on your pricing plan.
• For Visual Shopping and Visual Search features, you can select the
desired area from the image that you have taken, and then search it
again.
• This feature is available only when the rear camera is in the Auto mode.

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Portrait
Using the front camera, you can create an artistic portrait photo, whereby
the subject is in focus and the background is blurred. You can also edit the
image by applying lighting or color effect to the background.
• While taking a photo, keep the distance to your subject to 1.3 ~ 5 feet.
• This feature is not available if the surroundings are too dark.
1 On the home screen, tap , and tap Portrait.
2 Drag the slide bar to the left or right to adjust the blur strength.
Adjust blur strength.
3 When Portrait is available appears on the screen, tap to take a
photo.
• The Portrait feature may not work if the camera cannot recognize
the subject.

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AI CAM
You can use the AI Cam feature to automatically recognize the object
when taking a photo or recording a video for an optimal quality.
1 On the home screen, tap , then tap AI CAM.
2 When the object is recognized, the best effect for the scene is applied.
• To apply other effects, tap the scene icon.
• A wide range of categories, such as portrait, animals, food, sunrise,
sunset, landscape, sky, beach, babies, flowers and text, can be
recognized automatically.
• The result of the scene recognition may differ depending on the
illumination or the location of the subject while taking photos. Keywords
do not appear on the actual photos or videos.
Flash Jump-Cut
You can create a GIF by taking photos at three second interval.
1 On the home screen, tap .
2 Select More by swiping camera modes, then tap .
3 Tap to set the number of cuts you want to take.
4 Tap to take photos.
Steady recording
You can use the Steady recording feature to minimize motion blur while
recording a video.
On the home screen, tap , then tap Steady recording.
• See Starting the camera for details.
• This feature is available only in specific modes.

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Sound quality and effects
DTS:X 3D Surround
You can play a song or video in three-dimensional, immersive and vivid
sound. To use this feature, connect earphones, speaker or other external
audio devices to your device.
On the home screen, tap Settings Sound Sound quality and effects,
then tap DTS:X 3D Surround to activate this feature.
Adjusting the sound direction
You can adjust the sound direction as desired.
1 On the home screen, tap Settings Sound Sound quality and
effects DTS:X 3D Surround.
2 Select the desired sound direction.

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Google Assistant
Google Assistant overview
Your device has the built-in Google Assistant feature. Find answers and
get things done while on-the-go.
• To use this feature, first connect to the network and sign in to your
Google Account.
Sign in
1 Touch and hold from the Home screen to launch Google Assistant.
or
Swipe diagonally from a bottom edge of the screen. (If Gestures is
set for Navigation bar. See
Changing the style of the Home touch
buttons
for details.)
2 Follow the on-screen instructions.
• The device saves your voice data for recognition.
3 Set whether to use the voice match unlock function.
• If you use the voice match unlock function, you can unlock the
device even when the device screen is turned off or the device is
charging by saying “OK Google” or “Hey Google”.

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• For stronger security, it is advisable to use Pattern, PIN, or Password.
• When a similar voice or your recorded voice is used, the screen may be
unlocked.
• To use this feature, tap Settings Lock screen & security Secure
lock settings Smart Lock, and then use the screen lock method you
set to unlock the device. Tap Voice Match, then tap Access with Voice
Match , then enter the currently used unlock method again. Note
that Swipe is excluded.
• You need to unlock the device by using the specified method if you fail
to unlock the device with voice recognition. See
Setting a screen lock
for details.
4 Tap Save.
Accessing by Voice
1 When the home screen is turned off or locked, say “OK Google” or
“Hey Google”.
2 When the Google Assistant screen appears, say a command or ask a
question.
Accessing from Home Screen or Any Other
Screen
1 Touch and hold from the Home screen to launch Google Assistant.
or
Swipe diagonally from a bottom edge of the screen. (If Gestures is
set for Navigation bar. See
Changing the style of the Home touch
buttons
for details.)
2 Say a command or question when you see on the bottom of the
screen.

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• 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.
Fingerprint recognition
Fingerprint recognition overview
You must register your fingerprint on your device first before using the
fingerprint recognition function.
You can use the fingerprint recognition function in the following cases:
• To unlock the screen.
• To view locked contents in Gallery and QuickMemo+.
• Confirm a purchase by signing in to an app or identifying yourself with
your fingerprint.
• Your fingerprint can be used by the device for user identification. Very
similar fingerprints from different users may be recognized by the
fingerprint sensor as the same fingerprint. For added security, set the
screen lock using a pattern, PIN or Password.
• If the device cannot detect your fingerprint, or you forget the value
specified for registration, contact the LG Authorized Service Center with
your device and ID card.

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Precautions for fingerprint recognition
Fingerprint recognition accuracy may decrease due to a number of
reasons. To maximize the recognition accuracy, check the following before
using the device.
• Ensure that the fingerprint sensor is not damaged by a metallic object,
such as coin or key.
• When water, dust or other foreign substance is on the fingerprint
sensor or your finger, the fingerprint registration or recognition may
not work. Clean and dry your finger before using the fingerprint sensor.
• A fingerprint may not be recognized properly if the surface of your
finger has a scar or is not smooth due to being soaked in water.
• If you bend your finger or use the fingertip only, your fingerprint may
not be recognized. Make sure that your finger covers the entire surface
of the fingerprint sensor.
• Scan only one finger for each registration. Scanning more than one
finger may affect fingerprint registration and recognition.
• The device may generate static electricity if the surrounding air is dry.
If the surrounding air is dry, avoid scanning fingerprints, or touch a
metallic object, such as coin or key, to remove static electricity before
scanning fingerprints.

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Registering fingerprints
You can register and save your fingerprint on the device to use fingerprint
identification.
1 On the home screen, tap Settings Lock screen & security
Fingerprints.
• This feature is available only when the screen lock is set.
- Lock the device with a pattern, PIN or password.
• If the screen lock is not set, enable it by following the on-screen
instructions. See
Setting a screen lock for details.
2 Locate the fingerprint sensor on the back of the device and gently put
your finger on it to register the fingerprint.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions.
• Repeat scanning the fingerprint by moving your finger little by little
until the fingerprint is registered.
4 When the fingerprint registration is done, tap OK.
• Tap Add more to register another fingerprint. If you register only
one fingerprint and the corresponding finger is not in a good
condition, the fingerprint recognition may not work well. As a
preventative measure, register multiple fingerprints.

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Managing fingerprints
You can edit or delete registered fingerprints.
1 On the home screen, tap Settings Lock screen & security
Fingerprints.
2 Unlock according to the specified lock method.
3 From the fingerprint list, tap a fingerprint to rename it. To delete it,
tap .
Unlocking the screen with a fingerprint
You can unlock the screen or view locked content by using your
fingerprint.
1 On the home screen, tap Settings Lock screen & security
Fingerprints.
2 Unlock according to the specified lock method.
3 On the fingerprint settings screen, activate the desired function:
• Screen lock: Unlock the screen with a fingerprint.
• Content lock: Access contents you have locked in Gallery and
QuickMemo+ with a fingerprint.

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Face Recognition
Face recognition overview
You can unlock the screen by using face recognition.
• For stronger security, it is advisable to use Pattern, PIN, or Password.
• Unless Advanced face recognition option is applied, a similar face or
photo of your face may unlock your device. See
Enhancing the face
recognition
for details.
• The recognized facial data is securely stored in your device.
• If the device cannot detect your face, or you forgot the screen lock set
for your device, contact the LG Authorized Service Center with your
device and ID card.
• To save power, the face recognition feature will not work when the
battery level is below 5%.
Precautions for face recognition
Face recognition accuracy may decrease in the following cases. To increase
its accuracy, check the following before using the device.
• When your face is covered with a hat, eyeglasses, or mask, or your face
is significantly different due to heavy makeup or beard.
• When there are fingerprints or foreign substances on the front of the
camera lens, or your device cannot detect your face due to excessively
bright or dark conditions.

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Registering facial data
Before using the face recognition feature, register your facial data on your
device.
1 On the home screen, tap Settings Lock screen & security Face
Recognition.
• To use this feature, the screen lock must be set with a Pattern, PIN, or
Password.
• When the screen lock is not set, register the data by following the
on-screen instructions. See
Setting a screen lock for details.
2 Raise your device in the front of your eyes.
3 Register your face by following the on-screen instructions.
• Register your face in a room that is not too bright or dark.
• Position your entire face inside the guideline on the screen, and then
adjust it by slowly moving up, down, left, or right.
4 When the face registration is done, tap OK.
Unlocking the screen with your face
You can unlock the screen with your face instead of a Pattern, PIN, or
Password.
1 On the home screen, tap Settings Lock screen & security Select
screen lock.
2 Unlock the screen according to the specified method.
3 Tap Allow face recognition to unlock the screen using facial
recognition.