If your favorite app buffers while streaming or crashes often on your LG TV, it means that the app is outdated. You can update the problematic apps manually by visiting the LG Content Store on your LG TV. To save time, turn on the Automatic Updates for apps on your LG TV and keep them updated. If you were unaware of the update steps, refer to this guide and learn everything.
Why Should You Update Apps on LG TV?
Updating your streaming apps on your TV can be beneficial in many ways. For example, an app update can make your app run smoother, add new features, optimize functionality, and more. A regular patch update can add more encryption to the app, improving its security.
How to Turn on Auto Update for Apps on LG TV
Follow the steps based on your TV model to turn on the Auto Update option for apps.
webOS 6.0 and above
1. Select the Apps tile from the home screen of your LG TV.
2. Tap the Menu option (three-dotted icon) at the top right.
3. Choose App Update and toggle the Allow Automatic Updates option to ON.
webOS 5.0 and below
1. Run the LG Content Store from your LG TV home screen.
2. Select Apps and tap on the App Update option.
3. Turn on the Allow Automatic Updates toggle.
Now, your LG TV will automatically update apps when turned on and connected to WiFi.
How to Update a Particular App on LG TV
If you have any issues with a particular app, you can update it separately using the steps below.
webOS 6.0 and above
1. Go to the home screen on your LG TV and select the Apps tile.
2. Look for the app you want to update using the search bar.
3. If updates are available for the app, you will see the Update button, or else you will see the Launch button.
4. Tap the Update button to update that particular app on your LG TV.
Alternatively, open the Apps tile > select Menu (three-dot) > App Update > Download App Update > Update All or update a particular app.
webOS 5.0 and below
1. Launch the LG Content Store on your LG TV.
2. Go to the Apps section and choose App Update.
3. You can view the list of apps to which updates are available. If you find the app you desire, choose Update next to it. Hit the Update All button to update all the apps to which updates are available.
Why Can’t I Update Apps on LG TV?
If the apps on your LG TV are not updating, there might be an issue with the app or the TV’s system. System glitches, technical irregularities, weak WiFi signals, or corrupted cache files can cause a hindrance while updating the app. So, if you face such an issue, try the following fixes to resolve them quickly.
- Restart the LG TV
- Fix your internet connection
- Turn on the Memory Optimizer
- Update your LG TV Firmware
- Uninstall and reinstall the app
- Contact the LG Customer Support
FAQ
No, updating the app will not delete its cache files. You must uninstall and reinstall the app to delete the app cache.
It is because of a poor internet connection, the app’s server may be down, insufficient storage space, an active VPN connection, etc.
