#Chrome OS
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With Chrome web apps, Extensions, Linux Desktop, and Android web apps, you can do almost everything on a Chromebook from programming to productivity. Therefore, if you're new to ChromeOS or are trying it after a long time, we have categorized the article into four sections. Starting with web apps first and moving to Android, Linux, and Chrome extensions. We've tested most, if not, all these apps and they run flawlessly.
Google is rolling out a new feature in ChromeOS M131 called Safety Reset. Using it will reset Chrome settings and shortcuts, disable extensions, and delete cookies. Although, Bookmarks, History, and Saved Passwords won't be affected.
Here’s How to Get 3 Months of Free Gemini Advanced Perk on Your Chromebook
Abubakar Mohammed
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Some Chromebooks and select ChromeOS Flex users can now redeem three months of Gemini Advanced perk with 2TB of storage. The offer can only be redeemed on non-Chromebook Plus devices purchased between October 1 and January 31.
You can change the default language on your Chromebook by simply using the Ctrl + Space shortcut on your keyboard. You can also add new languages from the Chrome OS system settings. The following guide will help you switch languages on your Chromebook with detailed instructions.
If your Chromebook developed any issues after a recent update, you may want to revert it back to the previous ChromeOS version. There are two ways to go about this — reverting from a stable update to a previous stable update and reverting from Beta or Dev channels to the stable channel. The first method requires you to press keyboard shortcuts on the Powerwash screen, while the second method requires you to change the channel to Stable.
There are many hidden features in ChromeOS. Some are hidden in plain sight while the other require accessing Chrome flags and manually turning on. Features like Steam gaming, GIF recording, Clipboard, Emoji picker, etc, should make your Chromebook feature-rich and the overall experience a tad bit better.
ChromeOS 130 Brings a Pixel-Like Recorder App, AI Features, and More
Abubakar Mohammed
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ChromeOS 130 is rolling out to all Chromebooks and it brings new features to both Chromebook and Chromebook Plus platforms. It includes a built-in recorder app and AI features like Help me read to summarize web pages and PDFs and Studio-style mic for better quality audio.
A Chromebook might slow down due to a variety of reasons but some of the most common reasons could be due to lots of applications running in the background, Chromebook's storage filling up, or Linux taking up more storage, slowing your Chromebook down. Some of the less common reasons could be a battery that's about to die, clogged fan vents, or ChromeOS files getting corrupt.
There are many ways to factory reset a Chromebook starting from the most straightforward Powerwash option to more complex ChromeOS recovery via Chromebook utility. There are a total of five ways to factory reset a Chromebook, including if you have a school Chromebook.
If you're facing issues with your Chromebook and have tried every solution out there but to no avail, reinstalling ChromeOS could be your last resort. All you need to do is flash ChromeOS image using the Chromebook Recovery Utility, boot your Chromebook into recovery, and reinstall ChromeOS. You can also use the internet to perform network-based recovery.
One of the most common issues people face on their Chromebooks is Network issues, specifically the "Network not Available" error. The issue can be fixed by restarting, changing router settings, restarting the router, and updating ChromeOS.
Google is working on a project called Ferrochrome which brings the ability to virtually run ChromiumOS right from your Android device. Since it's in very early stages, many things are broken, but as the project progresses, it should allow users to use desktop level apps on their Android devices.
App Mall Arrives on ChromeOS: A New Way to Explore Chromebook Apps
Abubakar Mohammed
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Google is now rolling out App Mall on ChromeOS which is a way for users to discover apps, games, and download popular apps. The feature was first spotted in March but can now be enabled by flipping a flag in "Chrome://flags". ChromeOS' Discover app also recommends a few apps; hence, it will be interesting to see if App Mall ends up replacing it.
ChromeOS 124 Brings Material You Settings, Split Screen Updates, and More
Abubakar Mohammed
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Google is rolling out ChromeOS 124 for Chromebooks. The update brings a redesigned Settings app with Material You, improvements to Split screen, and a few accessibility settings for the disabled.
ChromeOS 123 Adds Custom Keyboard and Mouse Shortcuts; Here’s How You Use It
Abubakar Mohammed
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The latest ChromeOS 123 update has arrived to Chromebooks and it adds features like custom keyboard shortcuts, mouse button customization, and more. You can manually enable custom keyboard shortcut inside Google Chrome by navigating to "chrome://flags" on the address bar > searching for "#enable-shortcut-customization" > Default > Enable.
Chromebooks are not invincible and you could run into issues. If you're facing unexpected shutdowns, there are nine things you can try. Some of them include restarting your Chromebook, changing power settings, checking apps, extensions, and flags, checking thermals and battery, etc. If none of these work, you might have to take it to a professional repair shop or claim warranty.
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Google is preparing to add an App Mall to ChromeOS that will help users find and install apps that are optimized for Chromebooks. With so many available options, from Android apps to web apps, Chrome apps, Linux apps, etc., Chromebook users are often puzzled as to which app offers the best experience. So to solve this issue, Google is working on App Mall for Chromebooks. The feature is currently in testing and is hidden behind a flag.
In order to make a ChromeOS a powerful desktop operating system, Google is adding a lot of new features for power users. With the ChromeOS 120 update, users can now create and manage virtual desks from the ChromeOS Shelf. Apart from that, it now lets users share files between an Android phone and Chromebook having the same Google account without any hassle.
If your Chromebook is stuck on the Chrome screen, you can force shut down and restart the Chromebook to see if the issue has been resolved. Apart from that, you can remove all connected peripherals and try to boot your ChromeOS device. Finally, you can reset or install a fresh copy of ChromeOS which should definitely fix the issue. However, it will also delete all your local data saved on your device.
Steam Arrives on Chrome OS as Part of Beta; Brings Several Improvements
Vanshika Malhotra
Google's built-in screenshot utility comes with screen recording capabilities. Not only that, but it also comes with a standalone app to make presenting easier. Use can use the utility, select the type of screen, and start recording. Or you can also use the Screencast utility to start recording and annotating while displaying your face with ease. If you don't want to record your audio, you could use extensions like Screenshot and Screen Recorder to easily record just the tab's sound.
ChromeOS Flex, Which Brings Chrome OS to Old PCs, Now Available for All
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Chrome OS to Get a New Partial Split View; Here’s How It Looks!
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Google Releases Chrome OS 100 with New App Launcher and More
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Steam Officially Arrives on Chrome OS; Works on a Select Few Chromebooks
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Steam for Chrome OS Alpha Program Announced to Bring Games to Chromebooks
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Google Testing New “Self Share” Feature in Chrome OS
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How to Enable ‘Holding Space’ in Chrome OS
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Chrome OS Seems to Finally be Getting a Dark Mode
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Google is Adding a Native Screen Recorder to Chrome OS
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