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Streaming apps
Separate streaming-app problems from TV, service and network problems.
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Netflix will not open on a smart TV
If Netflix closes or returns to the TV menu, separate an app problem from a network issue and try safe restart and sign-in checks.
General guideStreaming buffers even with fast internet
Diagnose TV buffering despite a fast speed test by comparing the TV connection, other apps, live streams and household network load.
General guideTV apps keep signing you out
Find why TV streaming apps repeatedly request sign-in. Compare account security changes, app data clearing and sessions lost after restart.
General guideSubtitles are missing or out of sync on TV
Locate the caption controls for broadcast, streaming apps, HDMI players or USB video, then check missing tracks and subtitle timing.
General guideTV will not install or update an app
Check app support, account, network and storage when a smart TV cannot install or update an app from its store.
General guideLG webOS apps cannot reach the internet
Read LG webOS network status and compare apps and a hotspot to separate TV connectivity from a service or home-router problem.
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