How To Change LG TV Volume Without Remote

Yes—LG TV volume can be adjusted without the handset using panel controls, a phone app, voice commands, or HDMI-CEC devices.

If the clicker is missing, out of battery, or buried in the couch, you still have several solid ways to raise, lower, or mute sound on an LG television. This guide walks through every practical route: the hidden panel button, the LG ThinQ phone app, voice control, and HDMI-CEC with streaming boxes or consoles. You’ll also find quick fixes when volume won’t budge and a simple checklist to pick the best method for your setup.

Adjust LG TV Volume Without The Handset: All Practical Paths

Below is a fast overview of the main routes. Pick one that matches what you already have at home, then jump to the step-by-step section.

Method	What You Need	Best For
TV’s Panel Button (Joystick)	Access to the underside or back of the TV	Instant control when the phone is not paired
LG ThinQ Phone App	Wi-Fi, LG account, phone on same network	Full remote features from Android or iPhone
Voice Assistant	Compatible model plus Alexa device or built-in mic	Hands-free volume, mute, and power
HDMI-CEC (SIMPLINK)	CEC enabled on the TV and the attached device	Use an Apple TV, Roku, or console remote for sound
Soundbar Remote Over ARC/eARC	ARC/eARC HDMI link between TV and soundbar	Controlling soundbar volume that follows TV audio
USB Keyboard (some models)	Wired/wireless keyboard paired to the TV	Basic navigation; volume on select models only

Use The TV’s Panel Button (The Little Joystick)

Most LG sets include a small joystick-style control under the logo, on the underside near the center, or on the rear. To change sound, place a finger on the stick and nudge left or right to lower or raise the level. Pressing is usually for power; directional moves adjust volume and channels on many models. If your set has this stick, it’s the fastest route with no setup. (Model behavior varies; older manuals describe the same motion for volume control.)

Steps

Stand in front of the screen and feel under the bezel near the middle. If not there, check the bottom corners or back right.
Tap the stick once to wake the TV if needed, then move left or right to change sound.
Long-press to bring up quick options on some models; avoid pressing first if you only want volume.

Why This Works

LG’s joystick control is designed for basic actions without a clicker, including volume and channel changes. Many owner manuals note left/right for volume and up/down for channels on sets with this stick.

Control Sound With The LG ThinQ App

The official phone app mirrors a remote on your screen and also adds extras like input switching and app launch. Once paired on the same Wi-Fi, you can raise, lower, or mute the TV from the couch—or from the kitchen.

Quick Setup

Install LG ThinQ on Android or iPhone and sign in.
Connect the TV to the same Wi-Fi as the phone.
Add the TV inside the app and finish pairing.

LG’s setup page confirms that, once connected, you can control the television from your phone. Link it here: LG ThinQ setup guide.

Tips That Save Time

If the TV and phone won’t see each other, restart the router and the TV, then try pairing again.
Keep the phone on the same band (2.4 GHz or 5 GHz) the TV uses on some routers.

Hands-Free Volume With Voice Commands

Many LG sets include built-in voice control or can link to a smart speaker. After linking, say phrases like “Alexa, volume up on Living Room TV” or “Mute the TV.” The pairing steps and features depend on your model and region.

Basic Linking

Open the ThinQ app and sign in.
Link the TV to your Amazon account or your phone’s voice system as instructed on screen.
Try commands for volume, mute, or power.

LG’s guide covers connecting to Amazon’s assistant and notes you can control the TV with simple voice commands. Alexa/voice setup steps.

Good To Know

Voice features vary by model and region. If a command fails, open the app and re-link the skill or check the TV’s microphone setting.
For privacy, you can turn the mic off when not using voice. You’ll still have the phone app and panel button.

Use HDMI-CEC (SIMPLINK) With Streaming Boxes And Consoles

If an Apple TV, Roku, PlayStation, or similar device is attached, you can often adjust sound with that device’s remote. The trick is CEC—LG calls it SIMPLINK—which lets devices send volume and power commands over HDMI.

Turn On CEC On The LG Set

Open Settings on the TV.
Find SIMPLINK or HDMI-CEC and switch it on.
Power-cycle the TV and the attached device after enabling.

LG’s help page explains how to enable HDMI-CEC on LG televisions.

Apple TV Remote Controlling TV/Soundbar Volume

Apple’s guide states that the Siri Remote can change the volume of a TV, sound bar, or receiver via HDMI-CEC or IR, selectable under Settings > Remotes and Devices.

Roku Setup Note

Roku’s articles show that enabling HDMI-CEC lets a Roku remote send power and volume to a TV or audio device when supported.

CEC Troubleshooting

Use certified high-speed HDMI cables on all links.
After changing CEC settings, unplug the TV and device for 30 seconds to refresh the handshake.
On Apple TV, try Volume Control set to Auto or switch to HDMI if IR fails.

Soundbar Volume That Follows TV Audio

When a soundbar is linked by ARC/eARC HDMI and CEC is active, changing the TV’s volume often changes the soundbar level too. If that link breaks, toggle ARC/eARC off and back on, then power-cycle both units. Many users prefer this route since the soundbar remote still works in a pinch.

USB Keyboard Or Mouse (Model-Dependent)

LG documents connecting keyboards and mice. On some sets, a keyboard can help you reach settings quickly; on others, only text input and navigation are available. Volume mapping isn’t universal, so treat this path as a bonus if you already own a USB keyboard.

Quick Fixes When Volume Won’t Change

If the level is stuck, muted, or grayed out, try these fast checks before diving deeper.

Fast Checks

Press Mute on the phone app once to clear a stuck mute flag.
Open Settings > Sound and switch sound output to the correct device (TV speakers or your soundbar).
If using ARC/eARC, unplug the HDMI cable and reconnect it firmly to the ARC/eARC ports.
Disable LG Sound Sync/Bluetooth if you don’t intend to route audio there.

Panel Button Not Responding?

Check the location again; many sets hide the joystick under the center bezel.
Power-cycle the TV at the wall for 30 seconds to clear a hung state.
If your model uses touch keys, clean the area gently and try again.

Step-By-Step: Pick Your Method And Go

Route A: Panel Joystick

Find the stick under the screen or on the back.
Nudge left/right for volume; up/down for channels on many sets.
Short press for quick menu on some models; long press for power.

Manuals for older series explain this motion for sound control.

Route B: Phone App

Install LG ThinQ and add your TV.
Tap the volume keys in the app or use the app’s mute button.
Enable Mobile TV On in network settings on supported sets if wake-on-Wi-Fi is needed.

LG’s ThinQ setup page outlines pairing and control from a phone.

Route C: Voice

Pair the TV with Alexa through ThinQ or the Alexa app.
Name the device clearly—e.g., “Living Room TV.”
Say “Alexa, volume up on Living Room TV.”

Voice control and pairing steps are covered in LG’s guide.

Route D: HDMI-CEC Remote (Apple TV, Roku, Console)

Enable SIMPLINK/CEC on the LG set.
Enable CEC on the attached device.
Test volume on the device remote; if nothing happens, reboot both ends.

CEC steps for LG and Apple are documented by LG and Apple.

Troubleshooting Matrix

Use this quick table when a method doesn’t respond the way you expect.

Symptom	Likely Cause	Fast Fix
Panel button won’t change sound	Pressing instead of nudging, or wrong location	Nudge left/right only; re-locate stick near the center underside
Phone app not seeing the TV	Different Wi-Fi, blocked discovery, or stale pairing	Join same network, reboot router/TV, re-add device in ThinQ
CEC remote moves menus, not volume	CEC off on one device, or IR volume set instead	Enable SIMPLINK/CEC on both ends; on Apple TV set Volume Control to HDMI
Soundbar ignores the TV volume	ARC/eARC disabled or HDMI in the wrong ports	Use ARC/eARC ports only; toggle eARC and power-cycle both units
Volume icon grayed out	Output set to Bluetooth or external device	Switch output to TV speakers or your soundbar

When To Pick Each Path

Go With The Panel Button If…

You need a quick change and can reach the TV. No pairing, no Wi-Fi, no waiting. This is also the best route when the network is down.

Go With The Phone App If…

You want a full remote on your screen and you’re already on Wi-Fi. It’s handy for typing search terms and switching inputs without a clicker. The app route also keeps working even if the panel stick is awkward to reach.

Go With Voice If…

Your hands are busy and you have a linked smart speaker or a TV with a built-in mic. Short phrases handle volume, mute, and power without lifting a finger.

Go With HDMI-CEC If…

You already use Apple TV, Roku, or a console. Once CEC is on, that device’s remote usually gains volume control over the TV or soundbar, keeping your setup simple. LG labels this feature SIMPLINK in menus.

Safety And Care Tips

Avoid yanking the TV to reach the joystick; turn the screen slightly or ask someone to hold it steady.
Keep HDMI cables snug; loose plugs break CEC handshakes.
If kids mash buttons, enable a child-friendly mode on your set or soundbar where available.

FAQ-Style Notes (No Extra Questions Added)

Can A Streaming Box Remote Change LG Volume?

Yes, when CEC is enabled on both ends. On the LG set, look for SIMPLINK. On Apple TV, set Volume Control to Auto or HDMI. On Roku, turn on the CEC and ARC options listed in its menus.

Does A USB Keyboard Always Control Sound?

No. LG documents keyboard and mouse pairing, but volume keys aren’t guaranteed to map on every model. Treat it as bonus control if it works on your set.

Quick Recap

You’ve got four reliable paths to change sound without the clicker:

Use the panel joystick for instant volume changes.
Pair the LG ThinQ app for a full phone-based remote.
Link voice control for hands-free commands.
Turn on SIMPLINK/CEC so your Apple TV, Roku, or console remote controls sound.

If one route fails, move to the next. Between the stick, the phone, voice, and CEC, you’ll always have a way to raise or lower the level on an LG television without reaching for the lost clicker.