Google is working on an update to Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) that will allow them to launch when a user logs into a computer. This code change and a flag to test this feature were added to Chromium this week. A code change request that we spotted today: Added feature flag “Desktop PWA run on […]
Continue ReadingHow to Update Your Chromebook
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, […]
Continue ReadingPWA Icons on Windows Taskbar to Get Android-like 'App Shortcuts'
Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) are getting support for Android-like app shortcuts from their Windows taskbar icons. This will enable users to right-click and perform frequently used actions and bring PWAs a bit closer to the native app experience. App shortcuts are those quick actions that you long-press an app icon on Android. For example, if […]
Continue ReadingChromebooks 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 ReadingChrome to Block Mature Extensions and Themes for Child Users
Google is getting ready to block mature Chrome extensions and themes for child users. If an extension or a theme is marked “Mature” in the Chrome Web Store, child users will not be able to install or even ask per parental approval to install them. Block Mature Extensions and Themes According to a code change […]
Continue Reading8 Google Chromecast Tips (Updated for 2020)
Chromecast has made thousands of TVs into Smart TVs without much effort or investment. Setting up and getting started with the device is easy. However, there learning a few Chromecast tips and tricks will take your Cast experience up a notch. That’s what this page intends to do. Here is a collection of Chromecast tips […]
Continue ReadingChrome to Get 'Tagged PDF Export ' Support
Google Chrome currently has a “Print to PDF” option that lets you create PDF from any web page. The Chrome team is working on an improved version of this feature to increase the accessibility of PDF generated. Tagged PDF Export According to the design document that is publicly available here: “Chrome currently exports untagged PDF […]
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 […]
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