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The most common Chromebook problems and how to fix them

Facing annoying issues with your Chromebook? If you need help, try our Chromebook troubleshooting guide to see if we can figure out the root causes together.
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How to take a screenshot on a Chromebook

A person sitting at an Asus Chromebook 15 and using it.

How to reset a Chromebook

ASUS Chromebook Flip C214 sitting on a desk in a classroom.

The best Chromebook for students for 2023

Chromebooks vs. laptops

Chromebook vs. laptop: What is a Chromebook, and do I need one?

A young man using the HP 14-Inch 2-in-1 Chromebook.

I took my son shopping for his first school laptop. Here’s what surprised me

HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook front angled view showing display and keyboard deck.

This laptop completely changed my perception of Chromebooks

Best Cyber Monday Chromebook Deals

The best Cyber Monday Chromebook deals for 2022

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The best Chromebooks for kids

Someone holding a Google Pixel Tablet.

The Google Pixel Tablet is a bad idea that might just work

best 2-in-1 laptops

The best 2-in-1 laptops

Best Chromebook apps

How to install Linux on a Chromebook with our simple guide

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Editing video on Chromebooks just got a lot easier

Later in the fall, Google will roll out changes to Google Photos on Chromebooks that will turn the app into a video editor of sorts.
Chromebooks can multitask and have several windows open.

Chromebooks could soon borrow Window 11’s best multitasking feature

In the near future, Chromebooks could be getting one of Windows' best multitasking features, more versatile split screen options.
The Acer Chromebook 514 on a table.

I switched to a Chromebook for a week. Here’s what surprised me as a Windows user

Despite being a longtime Windows user, I tried switching to a Chromebook as my main device for a week. Here's what happened.
The Acer Chromebook Spin 514 sitting on a table in an angled front view.

Your Chromebook now has access to your Android phone’s photos

ChromeOS version 103 is adding the ability for you to see your Android phone's photos on your Chromebook.
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Chromebook gaming could get serious with rumored Nvidia GPUs on the way

According to a listing in the Chromium Gerrit, there could be a Chromebook on the way with an Nvidia GPU inside. This could be huge for gaming on ChromeOS.
Google Meets on an HP Chromebook.

Chromebooks might get another great feature from Windows laptops

Listings in the Chromium repository indicate that a body presence feature could be coming to a specific Chromebook from Dell, similar to what's on Windows PCs.
The Chrome OS Cursive App on a sample chromebook.

Cursive note-taking app now on all compatible Chromebooks

ChromeOS version 102 is now rolling out, and it brings three new features.
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How to copy and paste on a Chromebook

Copying and pasting on a Chromebook is easy, just like Windows. Here's how to copy and paste images, videos, URLs, and full webpages using a few easy steps.
Luma Fusion Running on Chrome OS

Google teases a true video editor for its Chromebooks

In a Google I/O breakout session, Google teased the Luma Fusion video editing app running on Chrome OS.
A beta showing off Google's plans for Android and Chromebook app streaming.

All the new Chromebook features quietly announced at Google I/O

At Google IO, Google detailed several new features that unite Android phones and Chromebooks together.
Man sitting with Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebook.

Can your Chromebook run Steam? Here’s how to know

Steam on Chromebook will require more powerful hardware, and these are the requirements for gaming on Chrome OS.
Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 4 11.6, Intel Celeron N4020, 4GB RAM, 32GB SSD, Chrome OS, Platinum Titan.

How to update Chromebooks and Chrome OS

Google works to make Chrome OS one of the more secure operating systems around -- but you still need to keep it updated. Here's how to update your Chromebook.
Surface Laptop SE

Windows 11 SE vs. Chromebook: The differences and more

Microsoft is looking to go after the Chromebook crowd with Windows 11 SE. Here's a look at some of the differences.
Google Chrome opened on a laptop.

Chrome OS to soon run everywhere, including on PCs and Macs

Google's Chrome OS Flex program lets you transform your existing Windows or Mac machine into a Chromebook.
HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook with accessories.

The best antivirus software for Chromebooks in 2022

Your Chromebook may need extra protection against malware and similar problems. These security apps work great with Chrome OS and have strong antivirus tools.
Closeup on the HP Chromebook x360 14c's keyboard, trackpad, and stylus.

The drawing experience on Chromebooks to get a major boost

Google is working on improving palm rejection on certain Chromebook models. This can boost the experience of drawing and notetaking apps.
Close up of keyboard and trackpad on a Dell XPS 13 Plus.

A Dell XPS Chromebook could once again be in the works

A listing from Google's Chromium Gerrit tool suggests that a Dell-branded XPS Chromebook might be in the works.
Asus Chromebook Flip CM3 folded backward, sitting on table top.

Chromebooks finally feature an improved Android app experience

Google has launched Chrome OS 93, and it delivers improvements to the Android app experience, Tote previews, and a lot more.
The new Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 sitting on a desk.

Lenovo’s new Chromebook Duet 5 offers an OLED screen at a budget price

Lenovo's Chromebook Duet 5 offers an excellent OLED screen and a detachable keyboard for a price that most people can afford.
Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 review

Windows vs. MacOS vs. Chrome OS

The three major desktop operating systems are Windows, MacOS, and Chrome OS. Which one is right for you? We cover the ups and downs of each so you can decide.
Two Asus Chromebook Flip C536's sitting on a desk displaying different ways it can be folded.

Why Chromebooks are still the go-to student laptop after a year of remote school

After a year of remote learning, Chromebooks are still a top choice for students over WIndows laptops and there are many reasons why.
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HP’s new Chromebase All-in-One desktop is a striking iMac alternative

Don't want to splurge on Apple's iMac? HP's Chromebase 21.5-inch all-in-one desktop features the power of Google's Chrome OS in an elegant design.