Tuesday, September 9, 2014

LG Optimus L5 Tips and Tricks

How to Factory Reset (Hard Reset) LG Optimus L5

We have our own reasons why we factory reset our device. Maybe we want to delete all the files and restore the device to its original state. It could also be the device may be malfunctioning or so slow and it needs to be reset.

Restoring the default settings or factory reset your LG Optimus L5 will delete all your existing files. It is recommended to backup your important files on your computer before attempting to reset your device.

The steps below are the instructions on how to factory reset your LG Optimus L5:

Step 1. On your HomeLcd, tap on MENU icon.

Step 2. Select Settings, then select Privacy option.

Step 3. Then tap on Factory Data Reset.

Step 4. Read warning carefully before tapping the Reset phone.

Step 5. If you want to proceed in resetting your device, tap on Erase Everything to confirm the Factory Reset.

Now, you just need to wait while your device is resetting. It should reboot itself and you will have a new start on your LG Optimus L5.

If your LG Optimus L5 is unresponsive, then you may need to do the Hard Reset.

  • Press and hold the Power buttonVolume Down and the Home Key at the same time. 
  • Hold these buttons until you see the LG logo, then release the Power button.
  • Hold the Volume Down and the Home Key until you see the Hard Reset Lcd.
  • Wait for a few minutes while your phone performing the hard reset. It will turn on in a while..


How to Extend Battery Life of LG Optimus L5

Battery Life depends on how you use your device. For LG Optimus L5 device, if you want to save your battery to last longer hours, you may need to adjust your settings. Follow these suggestions:


• Monitor what uses your phone battery. .

- On your HomeLcd, tap on the Application tab > then select Settings About phone > Battery use.

• Lessen the Lcd brightness and the Lcd lock timeout.

• Turn down your device volume with the volume keys.

• Close any apps or features when you are done using it so they will not continuously running in the background.

• Turn off the network connection if you are out of range so that your device will stop searching for a network signal.

• You should use the latest version of the software update. Software updates improves some features and fixes some bugs on the previous software version.

• Turn off the camera flash.

• The camera viewfinder can be a power drain, so after youve finished taking photos.


How to Turn On and Connect to Wi-Fi on LG Optimus L5

The steps below will let you show how to connect to a wi-fi network whenever youre out of range. However, if you want to connect to a secured network, you may need to obtain the networks password. Heres how to connect to a wi-fi network on LG Optimus L5.

1. On your Home Lcd, tap on the Applications tab.

2. Then select Settings.

3. Choose Wireless & Networks, then Wi-Fi settings.

4. Tap Wi-Fi to turn it on and it will begin scanning for available Wi-Fi networks.

5. There should a list of available Wi-Fi networks will be displayed. If it is secured, then it has a locked icon.

6. Touch on the network to you want to connect.

7.  If the network is not secured, then confirm by tapping Connect.

8. If the network is secured, then enter the password then tap Connect.

The status bar displays icons that indicate Wi-Fi status.



How to Uninstall Apps on LG Optimus L5 II

There will come a time that you no longer want to play the app that you have downloaded and want to remove it from your phone (LG Optimus L5 II). If this time will come, you just need to uninstall or disable the app so it will be removed on your phone. 

Uninstalling apps is also necessary if you have less than 10% of space available on your memory, since your phone cannot receive new messages.

Follow these steps on how to uninstall your apps.


  • Tap on .
  • Select Apps tab, then Settings.
  • Then choose Apps from the DEVICE category.
  • Once all applications appear, scroll to and select the application you want to uninstall.
  • Tap Uninstall.


How to Make Your LG Optimus L5 a Wi-Fi Hotspot

Ever imagine how you can make your own LG Optimus L5 a WiFi hotspot? Well, sure you can. This feature allows for your other devices to pick up your mobile hotspot settings on your LG Optimus L5. This is more preferable when you’re in public trying to locate a WiFi connection.  I was not able to research about how many devices can connect, but usually it is 6-8 devices. Check out these steps for easy, convenient and a money-saver internet experience.


1. In the Application list, select Settings.

2. Then tap on More.

3. From the Wireless & Networks tab, tap Portable Wi-Fi hotspot.

4. Tap on Portable Wi-Fi hotspot.

5. Then turn on the Portable Wi-Fi hotspot.

You can also choose the options that you want to adjust. After turning on and choosing your options, on another device, locate your device’s name and connect to your mobile network.


When your phone is sharing its data connection, an icon appears in the status bar and as an ongoing notification in the notifications drawer.

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