LG webOS · Display & Sound
Reduce power use and protect the screen during idle time
Energy Saving Step dims or turns off the panel based on ambient light, while Screen Off and idle timers prevent a static image from being displayed indefinitely, which matters most on OLED models.
What you should know
- Go to Settings (gear icon) > All Settings > General > Power Saving > Energy Saving Step and choose Minimum, Medium, Maximum, Auto, or Screen Off.
- Enable Auto to let a built-in light sensor adjust backlight automatically based on the room's ambient brightness.
- On OLED models, go to Settings > Support > Additional Settings > Panel Care to run Pixel Cleaning and check Panel Care status, which helps prevent image retention.
- Set Auto Power Off (or Sleep Timer) under Settings > General > Power Saving so the TV powers down automatically after a period of inactivity.
Why it matters
Leaving a static image like a paused game or news channel logo on screen for hours is the main cause of temporary or permanent image retention on OLED panels, and Energy Saving settings directly reduce that risk while also lowering electricity use.
Best practices
- Leave Energy Saving Step on Auto for a balance of picture quality and power use in most rooms.
- On OLED TVs, avoid pausing static content (menus, paused games, news tickers) for extended periods, and let Panel Care run its scheduled Pixel Cleaning cycle rather than skipping it.
Common problems and fixes
- Picture seems dimmer than expected
- Check whether Energy Saving Step is set to Maximum or Auto in a dark room — switch to Minimum or Off for maximum brightness.
- Faint image retention after a paused screen
- Run Pixel Cleaning manually from Settings > Support > Additional Settings > Panel Care and avoid pausing static content going forward.
Tips and tricks
- The Auto Power Off timer can be extended or disabled for content like security camera feeds that need to stay on screen for long periods without triggering standby.
Frequently asked questions
Does Energy Saving Step affect gaming input lag?
No — it only adjusts backlight/brightness and does not add processing delay, so it's safe to leave on during gaming.
Related settings
- Picture Wizard & Picture ModePicture Mode controls the overall look of the image, while the Picture Wizard walks through a guided calibration for brightness, contrast, and color using sample scenes.
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