HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a standard digital audio/video interface that connects various devices to your LG TV, such as game consoles, Blu-ray players, streaming devices, or cable/satellite boxes. Changing the HDMI input on your LG TV can be helpful when you want to switch from one device to another or troubleshoot a connection issue.

In this article, we will show you how to

• Change the HDMI input on your LG TV using your remote control.
• Change Default HDMI Input and switch between HDMI and LG TV Home Screen, for example to switch between watch Live TV and browse LG Apps.
• Change Default Input When you Turn on The LG TV- Disable Loading of Home Screen when you first turn on the LG TV, this will load the default HDMI input instead of LG TV Home Screen(or Apps Screen).

Change HDMI Input

Step 1: Use Your Remote Control

The first step to change the HDMI input on your LG TV is to use your remote control. Depending on the model of your LG TV, you may have different types of remote controls, such as the Magic Remote, the Standard Remote, or the Smart Remote. However, they all have a standard button you must press: the Input button.

The Input button is usually located near the top of the center of your remote control. It may have labels like Input, Source, or TV/Video. When you press the Input button, a menu will appear on the screen, showing you the list of available inputs on your LG TV.

Step 2: Select Desired HDMI

The next step is to select the desired HDMI input from the list of available inputs. Depending on the model and size of your LG TV, it may have multiple HDMI ports. The HDMI ports are usually located on the back or side panel of your TV and labeled with numbers or names, such as HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3, HDMI ARC, or HDMI IN.

To select the desired HDMI input, you can use the arrow keys or the scroll wheel on your remote control to navigate the menu. You can also use the number keys to directly enter the number of the HDMI port you want to select. For example, if you want to select HDMI 2, press the number 2 key on your remote control.

Once you have selected the desired HDMI input, press the OK or Enter button on your remote control to confirm your choice. The menu will disappear, and your TV will switch to the selected HDMI input. You should now see the content from the device connected to that HDMI port.

Change Default HDMI Input

Step 1: Change Default HDMI

If you want to change the default HDMI input on your LG TV, follow some additional steps. The default HDMI input is the input that your TV loads automatically when you turn it on or switch between home and live TV. Changing the default HDMI input can be helpful if you have a preferred device you use more often than others or if you want to avoid the hassle of selecting the input every time you turn on your TV.

To change the default HDMI input on your LG TV, you have to access the Home Dashboard, the main screen of your LG smart TV. The Home Dashboard shows you the apps, channels, and devices connected to your TV. You can access the Home Dashboard by pressing the Home button on your remote control, which is usually located near the bottom of the centre of your remote control. It may have labels like Home, Smart, or Menu.

Step 2: Navigate to the Home Dashboard

Once you have accessed the Home Dashboard, you must navigate to the input source option, usually located in the top right corner of the screen. The input source option shows you the current input that your TV is using, and it allows you to change it. You can use the arrow keys or the scroll wheel on your remote control to navigate to the input source option.

Step 3: Select Your Preferred Default Input

When you reach the input source option, you must select your preferred default input from the list of available inputs. You can use the same method as in Step 2 to select the desired HDMI input. For example, if you want to set HDMI 2 as your default input, you can select HDMI 2 from the list.

Change Default Input When you Turn on The LG TV

An alternative setting allows you to bypass the default LG home screen and load your HDMI input immediately upon turning on your TV. This can be useful if you want to save some time and skip the Home Dashboard altogether. However, this setting also means that you cannot access the apps, channels, and other features of your LG smart TV unless you manually switch to the home screen.

To perform this alternative setting, you have to go to the Settings menu, which is the main menu of your LG TV. You can access the Settings menu by pressing the Settings button on your remote control, which is usually located near the top or the center of your remote control. It may have labels like Settings, Gear, or Menu.

Step 1: Open Settings

Once you have accessed the Settings menu, you have to select All Settings, which is the option that allows you to access all the settings of your LG TV. You can use the arrow keys or the scroll wheel on your remote control to navigate the menu.

Step 2: Choose System

When you have reached the All Settings option, you have to choose System, which is the option that allows you to access the system settings of your LG TV. The system settings include options such as language, time, location, accessibility, and more. You can use the same method as in Step 7 to navigate through the menu.

Step 3: Access Additional Settings

When you reach the System option, you have to access Additional Settings, which allows you to access more system settings of your LG TV. The additional settings include power saving, standby lights, home settings, and more. You can use the same method as in Step 8 to navigate through the menu.

Step 4: Navigate to Home Settings

When you have reached the Additional Settings option, you have to navigate to Home Settings, which is the option that allows you to change the settings related to the home screen of your LG TV. The home settings include home auto-launch, home mode, and home edit. You can use the same method as in Step 9 to navigate through the menu.

Step 5: Disable Home Auto Launch

When you reach the Home Settings option, you have to disable Home Auto Launch. This option determines whether your TV loads the home screen or the default input when you turn it on or switch between home and live TV. This option is enabled by default, so your TV will load the home screen first. To disable this option, you must use the arrow keys or the scroll wheel on your remote control to toggle it off.

Step 6: Turn Off and On Your TV

After making this change, you have to turn off and then turn on your TV to apply the new setting. You can use the Power button on your remote control or TV. When you turn on your TV again, it will load the default HDMI input you set in Step 5 instead of the home screen. You should now see the content from the device connected to that HDMI port.

Step 7: All Done

Congratulations, you have successfully changed the HDMI input on your LG TV. Using your HDMI connections, you can now enjoy your favorite content on various devices. You can change the input or the default input anytime by following the same steps.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I use HDMI on my LG TV? 

To use HDMI ARC on your LG TV, you need to connect your sound bar or receiver to the HDMI port labeled as ARC on your TV and enable the HDMI ARC option in the sound settings of your TV.

How can I change the input to HDMI on my LG TV?

To switch to HDMI on your LG TV, turn it on, then use the remote control to press the [Settings] button. Within the settings menu, navigate to [All Settings]. Under [Connection], choose [HDMI Device Connection Settings] to configure and switch to HDMI input.

What is the alternative method to switch HDMI input on my LG TV if I don’t have the remote?

If you don’t have the remote for your LG TV, you can usually find physical buttons on the TV itself. Look for a button labeled “Input” or “Source” and press it to cycle through the available inputs until you reach the HDMI input you want to use. If your TV doesn’t have such buttons, consider using a universal remote or downloading a remote control app on your smartphone that is compatible with your LG TV.

Conclusion

In this article, we have shown you how to change the HDMI input on your LG TV using your remote control. We have also explained how to change the default HDMI input, which is the input that your TV loads automatically when you turn it on or switch between home and live TV.