How to add hbo to lg tv

Many genres of entertainment can be found on HBO Max, making it a great streaming service for adults. Several people have started subscribing to this channel to watch some of these cutting-edge shows over the years. How do you add HBO Max to your LG TV?

Turn on your LG TV and ensure it is connected to the internet. Go to the LG store and search for the HBO Max app. Once you locate the app, download and install it onto the TV. Open the app, log in and enjoy the show.

If you are new to HBO Max and are interested in adding it and installing it to your LG TV, you can do so without the help of tech or a long, drawn-out phone call with the cable company. Keep reading our guide below to add and install HBO Max in 8 easy steps.

Power On and Connect

Before you can begin the process, you must power on your LG TV by plugging it into a wall outlet. 

After it is plugged in, take the LG remote that comes with the TV and press the power button. This will turn the TV on and bring it to the last channel you were watching. We have some helpful tips for you if you don’t have a remote.

At the bottom, a menu bar will appear. Scroll down to the menu bar and go into the settings. 

Find the network or internet settings button and select it. Ensure that your LG TV is connected to a strong wireless connection that is also secure. 

Your home WiFi controlled by a router or modem is perfect for this instance. 

Connect to your internet, enter your password and then exit the screen. The TV will now be capable of downloading apps from the LG Content store.

Navigate to the LG Content Store

Once the TV is on and the LG menu is up at the bottom of the screen, it is time to use the TV remote and scroll down to the menu. 

Use the left and right buttons within the menu to look for the LG Content Store. 

The LG Content Store has a mauve background, with a TV in the middle. The TV has a pinkish screen and has light-colored symbols of movies, games, and show symbols to let you know you can go there to get more apps. 

Select it and press okay.

Search for the HBO Max App

After you have entered the LG Content Store, you will need to search for the app that you are looking for once you have entered the store. 

In this case, it is the HBO Max app. Look for the search bar with the magnifying glass next to it and select it.

You will see an on-screen keyboard that will let you know if the search function has been entered correctly when you click on it. 

It may be necessary to launch the app again if the onscreen keyboard does not appear after the first launch.

Select The Apps Category

Once the onscreen keyboard appears, it is time to type “HBO Max” into the search bar. 

You can tell that you have the right app in the search when it comes up with the words HBO Max with either a purple or black background with white or black font.

Use the remote and ensure that the search bar is highlighted and the cursor blinks. 

This indicates the field is ready to accept characters (in this case, letters) to spell out the app’s name. Once done, click search and wait.

Highlight and Select HBO Max

It may take a few moments for the search to conclude for the HBO Max app. In other cases, it could be very fast. 

It all depends on the router, modem, and wireless connection you have in your home. 

Once the right app appears, you need to use the remote arrows to navigate over to the app. The app will highlight it to let you know it is being hovered over. 

Select it, and it will bring you to the next screen.

Download and Install

Once you go into the next screen, it will give you more details about the HBO Max app. After evading the overview and reconfirming your interest, it is time to use the remote again. 

Press the down arrow until the download and install button is highlighted.

Once you highlight the download and install buttons, you must select them by pressing the OK button on the remote. This will start the download and installation process. Depending on your internet speed, this process typically takes about five to ten minutes.

Sing Up and Log In

Once the app is fully installed, you need to go back to the main menu on the LG TV and look for the newly installed HBO app in the bottom menu bar. 

Use your remote arrows to move to the app and highlight it.

Once the app is highlighted, press enter or ok to open it. The app will load up with the introductory screen. 

Create an account online or use an existing HBO Max account to sign in. Please note this is a paid service.

Enjoy The Show

Once you have created an account, you can start browsing the many selections listed on the app. It has movies, shows, and documentaries that will surely bring some of the best entertainment. 

Setting up and installing HBO Max is a breeze once you follow these easy steps. Enjoy the show knowing that the setup is worth it in the end.

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