Chromebooks receive a new version of Chrome OS once every six weeks. To update a Chromebook all you have to do is to keep it connected to WiFi, let the update download and install and then restart the Chromebook to apply the changes. This article explains this process in detail. Downloading Chromebook Update Chrome OS, […]
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Chromebooks with 'Family Link' can Soon Add School Accounts too
Update: A flag to enable this feature has been added to the Canary version of Chrome OS. “Enable Family Link managed accounts and EDU accounts coexistence: Allows Family Link managed users to add secondary EDU accounts. – Chrome OS#enable-edu-coexistence“ If you search Family Link on Google’s official Chromebook forum, you will find many threads similar to this […]
Continue ReadingGoogle Chromebook Settings Explained
This guide is to help you get familiar with the Settings app of Chrome OS. There are three ways to access Chromebook settings. It is available as an app in the Chrome OS launcher. Search for “settings” You can pin the Settings app to the launcher for quick access. The second method is to type […]
Continue Reading69 Chromebook Tips and Tricks (Updated for 2020)
Chrome Story regularly shares Chromebooks news and tips. This is our collection of Chromebook tips and tricks. This is a useful resource for Chromebook newbies and experts alike.
Continue Reading'Anna's Garden, Leisure & Composition' – New Wallpaper Categories Added to Chrome OS
We spotted a code commit that discussed new exclusive wallpaper categories for “Made By Google” Chromebooks back in October 2019. The latest version of the Canary channel of Chrome OS, the most experimental build available out there, has these new wallpapers. The Pixel Slate where we tested this has three new categories within the default […]
Continue ReadingHow to Manage Files on Your Chromebook
The file manager in Chrome OS is called “Files”. In this article, we will explore the Files app, its features and how to manage files on your Chromebook. The Files app has two major sections. Offline files and My files. Everything under “My Files” is offline, or stored locally on your Chromebook’s storage. Everything under […]
Continue ReadingChromebooks with 'Electronic Privacy Screen' Coming Soon
Google will soon add Electronic Privacy Screen support to Chromebooks. A code change request that we spotted today talks about “some upcoming Chromebooks” with this feature. What is an “Electronic Privacy Screen”? People use “privacy screens” when they work on sensitive data on public areas. For example, if you are working from an airport lounge […]
Continue ReadingHow to Customize Your Chromebook's Desktop and Launcher
The Chromebook desktop has a minimal look. Maybe a bit too minimal without any desktop shortcuts like other operating systems. That does not mean that you cannot customize the look and feel or your desktop. This article will explain how you can customize your Chromebook’s desktop and the launcher. If you usually use your laptop’s […]
Continue ReadingA Quick Start Guide for New Chromebook Users
The Keyboard The first difference that you will notice on a Chromebook is the keyboard layout. Instead of function keys, you have dedicated keys for managing your Chrome browser. Here is the first thing for you to do. Press CTRL + ALT + ? and you will see all the available keyboard shortcuts. The homepage of this […]
Continue ReadingChrome OS is Testing a New 'Media App'
A System Web App (SWA) has shown up in the latest version of Chrome OS Canary channel. We can access the app from the URL: chrome://media-app and also as an pre-installed app in the launcher. The app is in the very early stages of its development. When you launch the app, you will get an […]
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