How do I watch YouTube on my LG smart TV?

Answered by Stephen Mosley

To watch YouTube on your LG smart TV, you can follow these step-by-step instructions:

1. Start by turning on your LG smart TV and ensure it is connected to the internet. If you haven’t connected it yet, go to the settings menu on your TV and connect it to your Wi-Fi network.

2. Once your TV is connected to the internet, press the home button on your TV remote control. This will take you to the home screen of your LG smart TV.

3. On the home screen, navigate to the LG Content Store. You can usually find it by scrolling horizontally or vertically through the available apps and options. Look for the LG Content Store icon, which resembles a shopping bag.

4. Once you’ve located the LG Content Store, select it by pressing the enter or OK button on your remote control.

5. In the LG Content Store, you will find various apps and services available for download. To find the YouTube app, use the search function within the LG Content Store.

6. Select the search bar within the LG Content Store and type in “YouTube TV”. As you type, suggestions may appear to help you find the app faster. Once you’ve entered the full name, select the search or magnifying glass icon to initiate the search.

7. The search results will display various apps related to YouTube. Look for the official YouTube TV app, which should have the official YouTube logo. Select the YouTube TV app to access its details page.

8. On the YouTube TV app’s details page, you will find information about the app, including its description, rating, and reviews. To download the app, select the “Download” or “Install” button. This will start the installation process.

9. Wait for the YouTube TV app to finish downloading and installing on your LG smart TV. The time required may vary depending on your internet connection speed.

10. Once the installation is complete, you will find the YouTube TV app on your LG smart TV’s home screen. To access it easily in the future, you can move the app to your home screen by highlighting it and pressing the “OK” button on your remote control. This will bring up a menu with options, including the ability to move the app.

11. After you’ve moved the YouTube TV app to your home screen, you can simply select it whenever you want to watch YouTube content on your LG smart TV. The app will launch, and you can sign in with your Google account to access your YouTube TV subscriptions, playlists, and personalized recommendations.

Now you should be all set to enjoy YouTube on your LG smart TV. Explore the vast array of videos, live TV channels, and other content available on the YouTube TV app directly from the comfort of your living room.