In this article, you will see how to reset your LG Smart TV to the default factory settings. You can implement this method as a last resort when all the troubleshooting methods fail to rectify any specific issue on your LG TV.
Performing a reset will remove all the data and uninstall apps on your LG TV, making it brand new. So, before losing any data, we remind you to take the necessary backup.
How to Reset LG Smart TV [webOS]
1. With LG TV turned on, you should press the Home and Settings button on your TV remote.
2. On the Settings pop-up, navigate and click on the General tab on the left.
3. After this, go over to the System option.
4. Now, you should select Reset to Initial Settings.
5. Once you have selected the option, your TV will prompt you to enter the password.
Upon confirmation, your LG TV will revert to the factory default settings.
How to Reset LG Smart TV [NetCast OS]
1. From your LG TV’s home screen, go to Settings.
2. Next, you should navigate and select the Options icon.
3. With that, select the Factory Reset option.
4. From the displayed pop-up, click on the Yes option using your remote and reset your LG TV.
Once you have finished resetting, set up your LG TV from scratch and watch your TV as usual.
How to Factory Reset LG TV Without Remote
If you have the remote, you can follow the standard process discussed above to reset your TV. However, if you lose it, here are some alternative ways you can follow.
Install the LG ThinQ app on your smartphone (App Store/Play Store) and pair it with your TV. Then, use the app as a remote control and factory reset your LG TV without a remote.
How to Soft Reset LG TV
Since a factory reset removes all the stored data on your LG Smart TV, you can also prefer a soft reset. This method will eliminate the temporary bugs and glitches in your LG TV without wiping out the data. To do that,
1. Locate the Power button on your LG Smart TV and hold it for at least 10 seconds straight.
2. Once your LG TV is turned off, unplug the power cable from the wall outlet.
3. Wait for a few minutes until the residual charges in your TV drains off.
4. After a while, plug in the power cable back to the outlet and turn on your LG TV.
Wrapping Up!
Choose any method discussed here, and easily reset your TV to the default settings. After that, all the technical issues will be resolved, and you will be able to access your LG TV without errors. Moreover, if you need guidance regarding LG TV, contact me on my community forum page.
