How to Add an App to an LG Smart TV

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Introduction

In This Guide

You'll Learn How To:

  • Recognize which system your LG Smart TV works on, webOS or Netcast.
  • Install apps using the supported system.
LG logo

2. webOS or Netcast

LG Smart TVs come equipped with one of two operating systems:

  • webOS
webOS interface. Screenshot.
  • Netcast
Netcast interface. Screenshot.

3. Install App Using webOS

  1. Press the Home/Smart button on your remote to bring up your launcher.
  2. Click the More Apps Button.
LG Store selected on main screen.
  1. Open the LG Content Store App.
LG Store on TV screen.
  1. Choose Premium.
Premium option selected in LG Store.
  1. Find your app in the LG Content Store, then choose Install.
Install option highlighted for store app.

4. Install App Using Netcast

  1. Press the Home/Smart button on your remote, then select Premium Apps.
Premium icon highlighted on home screen.
  1. Open the app that you want, then Sign-in if the app requires it.
App icon highlighted in Premium store.
  1. If there's an available update on your Premium Apps, your TV will download and install it automatically.