Your LG TV remote always seems to go missing at the most random times. And when you do have it on hand, you encounter another common problem with the LG TV remote — its intermittent performance. But just because you have a missing or malfunctioning remote doesn't mean you can no longer use your TV. There are two ways to control your LG TV without a remote. Or two, you can install a remote app on your phone, then pair it with your TV.