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How to Set the Startup Screen on Your LG TV — LG Help Guide: Causes

You can choose whether your LG Smart TV starts on the Home screen or the last used input when you turn it on. Select the last used input if you want to watch a connected device right away. Select the Home screen if you want to browse smart content first. You can easily set up your preferred startup screen based on your TV's release year and webOS version.

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What to Check First

  1. Follow the menu path for your TV model year and webOS version. Then select the Home screen or the most recent external input as the power-on screen.
  2. 2026 and later TVs (webOS 26 and later): Press [Settings] on the remote control, select [All Settings], [System], [Additional Settings], [Home Settings], and select [Power On Screen].
  3. 2023–2025 TVs (webOS 23–25): Press [Settings] on the remote control, select [All Settings], [General], [System], [Additional Settings], [Home Settings], and select [Power On Screen].
  4. 2021–2022 TVs (webOS 6.0–22): Press [Settings] on the remote control, select [All Settings], [General], [System], [Additional Settings], [Home Settings], and select [Home Auto Launch].
  5. 2020 TVs (webOS 5.0): Press [Settings] on the remote control, select [All Settings], [General], [Home Settings], and select [Home Auto Launch].
  6. 2019 TVs (webOS 4.5): Press [Settings] on the remote control, select [All Settings], [General], [Additional Settings], [Home Settings], and select [Home Auto Launch].
  7. Turn on [Quick Start+] using the menu path for your TV model year and webOS version.
  8. 2026 and later TVs (webOS 26 and later): Press [Settings] on the remote control, select [All Settings], [System], [Additional Settings], and select [Quick Start+].
  9. 2023–2025 TVs (webOS 23–25): Press [Settings] on the remote control, select [All Settings], [General], [System], [Additional Settings], and select [Quick Start+].
  10. 2021–2022 TVs (webOS 6.0–22): Press [Settings] on the remote control, select [All Settings], [General], [Devices], [TV Management], and select [Quick Start+].

Why This Can Happen

Symptoms can have more than one cause, and the correct steps depend on the exact model, installation and operating conditions. Use the checks above to narrow the issue before service.

Safety and Model-Specific Guidance

Stop troubleshooting if you notice burning, electrical damage, unsafe heat, gas odor, refrigerant concerns, or water near electrical components. Follow the official LG USA instructions for your exact model.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I check first for How to Set the Startup Screen on Your LG TV?

Follow the menu path for your TV model year and webOS version. Then select the Home screen or the most recent external input as the power-on screen.

When should I stop troubleshooting and contact LG?

Stop if the product shows signs of electrical damage, burning, leaking near electrical components, or if the recommended checks do not resolve the issue. Use LG USA support for model-specific service guidance.

Does this guidance apply to every LG model?

Not always. Controls, error codes and service steps can differ by model. Confirm the exact model number and follow the linked LG USA article for model-specific instructions.

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