To get capital letters on an LG smart TV remote, you use the on-screen keyboard’s shift key, there is no physical shift or caps lock button on the remote itself. When a text field appears, the keyboard pops up automatically, and you simply select the upward arrow (Shift) key before picking the letter you want to capitalize.
Use the on-screen keyboard's shift key
The quickest way to type a capital letter is through the on-screen keyboard that appears whenever you select a text field, such as a search bar, password box, or Wi-Fi entry. This keyboard includes a shift key, shown as an upward arrow, which works exactly like the shift key on a computer.
- Navigate to the text field using the arrow buttons on your remote, then press the OK or Select button to open the on-screen keyboard.
- Use the arrow buttons to move the cursor to the upward arrow (Shift) key on the keyboard.
- Press the OK or Select button to activate shift, this changes the keyboard layout to show capital letters.
- Move the cursor to the letter you want, press OK to enter it, and the keyboard will automatically switch back to lowercase for the next character.
- Repeat the shift selection each time you need another capital letter.
This method works in every app and menu where text entry is possible, including web browsers, search fields, and login screens. The shift key is temporary, so it only affects the next letter you type, which prevents accidental caps in the rest of your text.
Use LG voice recognition for capital letters
If you prefer not to navigate the on-screen keyboard, voice recognition offers a hands-free alternative. On LG Magic Remotes, press and hold the microphone or AI button while speaking, and the TV will convert your speech to text. To get a capital letter, you must clearly enunciate the letter itself, for example, say “capital A” or emphasize the letter’s name, so the TV knows to apply uppercase.
This feature is available on most LG Smart TVs with Magic Remote support, but some older remote models may not support voice recognition at all. If your remote lacks a microphone button or an AI button, you cannot use this method and should rely on the on-screen keyboard instead.
Pair a wireless keyboard for easier typing
For frequent text entry, pairing a Bluetooth keyboard eliminates the need to hunt for shift keys on screen. Go to the TV’s settings menu, navigate to the Bluetooth settings, and put your keyboard in pairing mode. Once the TV detects the keyboard, select it from the device list and follow the on-screen prompts to complete the connection.
After pairing, you can type directly using the keyboard’s physical shift key, just like on a computer. This is the most efficient solution for long passwords, email addresses, or search queries. The keyboard works across all apps that accept text input, and you can still use the remote for navigation while the keyboard handles typing.
Troubleshooting tips
If the on-screen keyboard does not appear when you select a text field, press the OK button again or check that the app you are using supports text entry. Some streaming apps have their own custom input methods, but the LG keyboard should still appear in system-level fields like Wi-Fi passwords or user profiles.
For voice recognition errors, speak slowly and clearly, and avoid background noise. If the TV misinterprets a letter, re-enunciate it or switch to the on-screen keyboard. If voice input fails entirely, confirm your remote model supports the feature, older remotes without a microphone button cannot use voice recognition.
When Bluetooth pairing fails, make sure the keyboard is charged and in pairing mode, then restart the TV’s Bluetooth settings. If the keyboard still does not connect, check that it is compatible with your TV model, most standard Bluetooth keyboards work, but some older models may require a USB receiver instead.
If you are trying to use a different remote, such as a Samsung smart TV remote with an LG TV, note that third-party remotes may lack the on-screen keyboard integration. For those wondering how to use LG smart TV without magic remote, the standard remote still opens the on-screen keyboard when a text field is selected. The same shift key method applies, so you do not need a Magic Remote to get capital letters on smart TV. If you need to replace your remote, check how to pair LG smart TV remote with your specific model to ensure full functionality.
