I’m having trouble figuring out how to add new apps to my LG Smart TV. I looked through the settings and app options but couldn’t find a clear way to do it. Can someone explain the process or point me in the right direction? Thanks!
Alright, so here’s the deal… adding apps to your LG Smart TV isn’t rocket science, but LG sure makes you dig for it like you’re Indiana Jones or something. First off, you need to find the LG Content Store—yes, this is not in ‘Settings’ where one may reasonably expect it. Look for the little shopping bag icon on your TV’s home screen. It’s like LG’s secret clubhouse for apps.
Once there, navigate to the “Apps” section. Browse or search for the app you want using the built-in search bar (assuming your remote’s keyboard isn’t driving you insane yet). Found it? Great. Click on the app icon, then select “Install.” If you can’t find the app you’re looking for, it’s probably because LG’s store is about as stocked as a gas station in the middle of nowhere. Not every app is supported on LG TVs—because why should things be convenient, right?
After installation, the app should magically appear on your home screen. If not, check under “My Apps” or the apps bar on your home menu. And don’t forget: your TV needs to be connected to the internet; otherwise, you’ll just be staring at an error message wondering what century you’re living in.
One last note—some apps require an LG account to download. Yup, you might have to create yet another account because apparently, we don’t have enough passwords to remember already. Go to LG’s website or use the on-screen prompts if that’s the case.
Good luck navigating LG’s little treasure hunt! Or, you know, just stick to Netflix like the rest of us.
Ugh, LG Smart TVs and their convoluted app downloads. It’s like they want to keep it a secret. Anyway, @stellacadente covered the basics well, but here’s where I disagree slightly—the LG Content Store (yep, that sneaky shopping bag icon) isn’t the only thing that requires patience. Sometimes, even after you find the app and hit ‘Install,’ the download takes forever, even with a fast internet connection. Why? Who knows, maybe the LG servers are powered by hamsters on a wheel.
Also, not all apps will show up on the home screen immediately after installation. If that happens and it’s not in ‘My Apps,’ press the Home button on your remote and scroll to the far right of the apps bar. Sometimes, newly installed apps hide out there, almost like they’re shy and afraid of the spotlight. If it’s STILL missing, you might have to restart the TV—classic troubleshooting 101.
Now, here’s the fun part: certain apps might not even be available based on your TV’s model or region. Yeah, LG likes reminding us we don’t live in a perfect world. If you’re determined to get an unavailable app, you could try changing the region in your TV settings—but fair warning, this doesn’t always work and resetting things back can be another headache.
Oh, and if you’re stuck signing up for an LG account, just use a throwaway email if you’re worried about adding to your spam folder collection. Because seriously, when’s the last time anyone needed a dedicated account for downloading apps on a TV? Fun times, huh?