How To Use Bluetooth – LG G Pad
Learn how to use Bluetooth on your LG G Pad. You can use this app to send data by running a corresponding application, but not from the Bluetooth menu as on most other mobile phones.
Note
- LG is not responsible for the loss, interception or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth wireless feature.
- Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating distance may be reduced.
- Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by this app SIG, may be incompatible with your device.
Turning on Bluetooth and pairing up your tablet with a Bluetooth device
You must pair your device with another device before you connect to it.
- From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Settings icon > Bluetooth.
- Tap ON/OFF to turn Bluetooth on. You will see the option to make your tablet visible. Then tap Search for devices to view the devices in range.
- Choose the device you want to pair with from the list. Once the paring is successful, your device will connect to the device.
Note: Your tablet doesn’t support Handsfree Profile. Therefore, the use of call features with some of accessories, such as this app headsets or Bluetooth-enabled devices, may not be available for this device.
Send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature
- Open the item and tap Share icon.
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- Touch and hold the item and select Share.
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- Open the item and tap the Menu Key > Share.
- Tap Bluetooth to share via this app.
Note: The method for selecting an option may vary by data type.
- Search for and pair with a Bluetooth-enabled device.
Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature
- From the Home screen, tap Apps > Apps tab > Settings > Bluetooth.
- Tap to turn Bluetooth on and mark the checkbox next to the tablet name to make the tablet visible on other devices.
Note: To select the length of time that your device will be visible, tap the Menu Key > Visibility timeout.
- Pair the devices and tap Accept when you receive a Bluetooth Authorization Request to accept the file(s).