Using a QR code to sign into YouTube on your LG Smart TV streamlines the process, especially when using a remote to enter usernames and passwords can be cumbersome. Here’s how you can easily connect your YouTube account using your smartphone.
Step-by-Step Guide
Signing Into YouTube Using a QR Code:
- Open the YouTube App:
- Press the ‘Home’ button on your LG remote to bring up the home screen, then navigate to and open the YouTube app.
- Navigate to Sign In:
- On the YouTube app home screen, scroll to the left side menu and select ‘Sign in’. The TV will then give you options to sign in, including using a QR code.
- Choose the QR Code Option:
- Among the sign-in options, select ‘Sign in with a QR code’. The TV will display a QR code on the screen.
- Scan the QR Code:
- Open the camera app on your smartphone or a QR code scanner app. Point your phone’s camera at the QR code displayed on your TV screen. The camera should recognize the QR code and show a notification or link.
- Follow the Link:
- Tap the notification or link that appears on your phone after scanning the QR code. It will take you to a Google sign-in page.
- Log Into Your Google Account:
- Enter your Google account credentials or select your account if you’re already logged into your phone. You may need to verify your identity with a password or biometric input.
- Confirm on Your TV:
- After successfully signing in on your phone, your LG Smart TV will automatically update to reflect your account, granting you access to your subscriptions, playlists, and more.