Quick Answer
If Remote Control for TV cannot find an LG TV, make sure the iPhone or iPad and LG TV are on the same trusted Wi-Fi network, Local Network permission is allowed, the TV is awake, and your router is not using guest or device-isolation mode.
Last updated: May 7, 2026.
Symptoms and Fixes
| Symptom | What to Check |
|---|---|
| LG TV never appears | Same Wi-Fi, Local Network permission, TV awake, no guest network |
| LG TV appears then disappears | Restart TV and router, keep the TV awake, and retry discovery |
| Pairing prompt does not show | Reopen the app, select the LG TV again, and watch the TV screen for the prompt |
| Pairing works but controls fail | Remove the saved TV, restart the TV, and pair again |
Step-by-Step Fix
- Connect iPhone or iPad and LG TV to the same trusted Wi-Fi network.
- Disable guest network or wireless isolation if your router uses it.
- Allow Local Network permission for Remote Control for TV in iOS or iPadOS Settings.
- Turn the LG TV on and keep it awake.
- Open the app, refresh the device list, and select the LG TV.
- Approve the TV prompt or enter the PIN if shown.
- If discovery still fails, restart the TV, iPhone or iPad, and router, then retry from the LG setup guide.
Works With / Does Not Work With
| Works With | Does Not Work With |
|---|---|
| Supported LG Smart TVs and LG webOS TVs on the same local network | Isolated guest networks or networks that block device discovery |
| TV approval prompts and PIN pairing where required | Sleeping TVs that do not answer discovery requests |
| Touchpad navigation, app launch, text input, and input switching where supported | Features not exposed by the LG model or webOS version |
LG Discovery FAQ
Is my router blocking LG TV discovery?
It might be. Guest networks, client isolation, some mesh settings, VPN profiles, and strict firewalls can block local discovery traffic.
Does the LG TV have to be on?
Yes for initial discovery and pairing. Wake behavior after pairing depends on LG model, firmware, and standby settings.
Where can I learn how local discovery works?
Read Local Network Security for the local network permission and pairing model.