Ensuring a stable network connection is necessary for the smooth streaming of content on your LG Smart TV. Testing your internet speed helps you determine if your connection can handle the demands of apps like Netflix, YouTube, and others without buffering or quality issues. By regularly checking your network speed, you can identify potential problems, troubleshoot effectively, and make improvements to ensure optimal performance. In this guide, we will show you how to test your network speed directly on your LG TV or through streaming apps.
How to Check Internet Speed on LG Smart TV
You can measure the network speed on your LG TV easily through the browser or any streaming application. To begin, connect the LG TV to a WiFi and refer to the steps below.
1. Using the LG Web Browser
The LG Smart TV’s web browser is one of the easiest ways to test your network speed.
1. Open the web browser on the LG TV.
2. In the address bar, type a speed test website URL or generally type Internet speed test.
3. Select and enter to navigate to the website.
4. Follow the on-screen procedures to initiate the speed test on LG TV.
The website will display your internet speed results, including download and upload speeds.
2. Measuring the Network Speed via Netflix
Netflix provides a built-in network diagnostic tool for its app users. To measure the Internet speed on your LG TV, refer to the steps below.
1. Open the Netflix app on your LG TV.
2. Scroll down to the Get Help option at the bottom of the Home menu.
3. Select Check Your Network to start the speed test.
4. Wait for the test to complete. The results will show your network speed and overall connection status.
3. Measuring the Network Speed via YouTube
YouTube offers a useful feature to monitor network speed during video playback. Refer to these steps to check the Internet speed.
1. Play a video on the YouTube app and hit the Settings (gear icon) button.
2. Choose Stats for Nerds from the menu. View the network connection speed displayed at the top-left corner of the video.
This method is particularly useful for observing real-time speed fluctuations while streaming content.
FAQ
Yes, you can use the built-in web browser on your LG TV to test the network speed.
