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- You can update LG TV running WebOS or NetCast OS by reaching its Settings.
- If there is a lack of internet, you can install the latest update file on your LG TV through a USB drive.
Updating LG TV is a necessary act to maintain its good performance and an ideal troubleshooting method to resolve any bugs and malfunctions. Surf through this guide and become proficient in updating LG TVs of different versions.
Pre-requisite! Before starting the updation, you should connect LG Smart TV to a WIFI network that is stable so that the process doesn’t get interrupted in the middle.
How to Update LG TV [NetCast OS]
1. Hit the Settings menu once you turn on your LG TV.
2. From there, go to All Settings → Support and select the Software Update option.
3. Click Check Update Version to check for available software updates.
4. If an update is available, click the Update option and follow the on-screen prompts to update your NetCast TV to its latest version.
How to Update LG Smart TV [WebOS]
If you own an LG TV that runs on WebOS, follow the steps below to update your TV based on its version.
WebOS 22 and Later Models
1. Press the Home button on the LG magic remote and select the All Settings option from the pop-up menu.
2. Hit the Support option and choose Software Update to know the current software version.
3. If an update is available, click the Download and Install option. Your LG TV will restart when the update progresses 100 percent.
Note: You can also enable the auto-update feature on your LG WebOS TV. To do this, go to the Home page → Select All Settings → Support → Software Update & switch on the toggle near Auto-Update.
WebOS 21 and Below Models
1. From your LG TV home page, select the Settings option and reach All Settings.
2. Click General and navigate to the About This TV option from the list.
3. Now, select the Check for Updates button and click Yes on the pop-up message to update your LG TV to its latest version.
You will also see the Allow Automatic Updates menu below the Check for Updates option. Enable this feature to update your TV automatically whenever there is a new update.
How to Update LG TV Using a USB Drive
Another approach for updating your TV’s firmware is to connect a USB drive. If your TV does not have an option to update its firmware, you can follow the below steps.
1. From your PC, visit the LG TV support page [https://www.lg.com/support/product-support/manuals-software/].
2. Enter the model number of your LG TV in the search field. You can find this number on your TV’s back panel.
3. Choose the latest firmware and download the ZIP file on your PC.
4. Now, insert a USB drive and create a folder named LG_DTV. Copy the ZIP file into this folder and extract it.
5. Then, connect the USB drive to the TV’s USB port. When you switch the input of your LG TV to USB, it will automatically recognize the update and start processing.
6. When you see USB UPDATE READY on-screen, click INSTALL and update your LG to the latest version.
Why Can’t I Update My LG TV OS?
You cannot update your TV’s firmware for several reasons, such as an unstable internet connection, insufficient storage space, or technical glitches.
To prevent such problems, always connect your TV to a high-speed internet connection and clear the excessive cache files. Then, uninstall apps on your LG TV that are unused for a long time and try restarting to fix minor technical bugs.
By updating your LG TV using the above methods, you can not only resolve technical issues but also provide better security features. Even apps that are not compatible will work now. It is best to enable the automatic update option so that you do not miss updating your TV when the latest version is available.