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LG G5

Android 6.0
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I can't use tethering

Tethering isn't used correctly

Use tethering

Slide your finger downwards starting from the top of the screen.
Press the settings icon.
Press Networks.
Press Tethering.
Press the indicator next to
Press the Home key to return to the home screen.
  • 1
    Connect phone and computer
    • Connect the data cable to the socket and to your computer's USB port.
  • 2
    Find "Tethering"
    • Slide your finger downwards starting from the top of the screen.
    • Press the settings icon.
    • Press Networks.
    • Press Tethering.
  • 3
    Turn on tethering
    • Press the indicator next to "USB tethering" to turn on the function. An internet connection from your computer via your phone is automatically established.
  • 4
    Return to the home screen
    • Press the Home key to return to the home screen.

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There is a temporary network problem

Can you use the phone's internet connection?

It's important to find out if you can use the phone's internet connection. If you can't use the phone's internet connection, you need to solve this problem first. When the problem is solved, you will most likely also be able to use tethering.

No