LG VS840 - Manual (Page 32)

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The Basics
Getting to Know the Home Screen
The Home screen is your starting point to access all of the features on your
phone. It displays application shortcuts, icons, widgets, and other features.
Status Bar
Shows device status information,
including the time, signal strength, battery
status, and notification icons.
Application Icon
Tap an icon (application, folder, etc.) to
open the application and use it.
Quick Keys
Provide easy, one-tap access to
the phone functions used most often.
Apps Key
Tap to open the
Apps screen to view
all of your installed
applications.
Add Icon
Touch to add icons and
widgets to the Home
screen.
Quick Keys
The Quick Keys are located at the bottom of the Home screen and the
Applications screen.
: Opens the Phone application which displays a dial pad so you can
dial an unsaved number. You can also make calls using your Call logs,
Contacts, and Favorites by tapping the tabs across the top of the
screen.
TIP Tap the Favorites tab to access a quick list of your frequently called contacts.
: Opens the Contacts application and displays your Contact list. You
can also access your Groups and Favorites by tapping the tabs across
the top of the screen.
: Opens the Messaging application. You can send text messages or
multimedia messages, which can contain pictures, videos, audio,
maps of your location, slideshows, and vCard files.
: Opens the Applications screen which displays phone options and
applications. You can also access your list of downloaded files and
a list of available widgets by touching the tabs across the top of the
screen.