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How to Create and Use a Different Sign-in Password on a Chromebook
In a recent update ChromeOS update users can now create and sign-in to their Chromebook with a password that is different from their Google Account password. Now users will be able to sign-in to their Chromebook with their Google Account password, a custom password, or a PIN. To Create and Use a Different Sign-in Password…
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How to Change the Time Zone on a Chromebook
By default, ChromeOS uses your IP address to determine your time zone. If your Chromebook cannot be connected to the internet to update your time zone, or you want the clock to display a different time zone than the one you're in, you can change the time zone in the Settings application. To Change Your Time Zone on Your…
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How to Enable Flash Notifications on a Chromebook
Flash Notifications is an accessibility feature on ChromeOS that visually alerts you whenever you receive a new notification by flashing a color on the screen. This feature is useful for those who are hard of hearing or frequently miss notifications. To Enable Flash Notifications on Your Chromebook Select the Clock in the…
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How to Customize Keyboard Shortcuts on a Chromebook
Chromebooks are designed for efficiency, and keyboard shortcuts play a key role in boosting productivity. While Chrome OS offers many built-in shortcuts, you may want to customize them to better suit your workflow. The following steps and video tutorial will guide you through the process of modifying keyboard shortcuts on…
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How to Disable the Developer Channel on a Chromebook
Switching to the Developer Channel on a Chromebook gives you access to experimental features, but it can also make your device unstable. If you want to switch back to the Stable or Beta channel, make sure the data for all users is backed up, then follow the steps below to disable the Developer Channel on your Chromebook.…
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How to Safety Reset a Chromebook
How do I reset my Chromebook without erasing any data? ChromeOS M131 introduced a feature called Safety Reset. Safety Reset allows you to restore the settings of your Chromebook without powerwashing or erasing your user accounts or data. This feature can be used to troubleshoot and resolve issues with your network and…
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How to Create a GIF Using Screen Capture in ChromeOS
A GIF is a popular image format that lets users loop multiple images or frames continuously. GIFs are commonly used to convey a user's emotion or reaction to a text or social media post. Platforms like GIPHY and Tenor allow users to search through an ever-expanding library of GIFs that they can download and embed wherever…
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Chromebook Not Powering On after Charging or Waking from Sleep
Why is my chromebook not powering on after charging or waking from sleep? A small number of units may not wake from sleep mode under certain conditions. You should update your operating system to the version listed in the table below to resolve this issue. Please make sure your unit is set to auto update. If you are a…
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Chromebook Not Waking Up from Sleep Mode
What can I do if my Acer Chromebook does not wake up from sleep mode? Some Chromebooks are not resuming from sleep mode. If your Chromebook does not wake up from sleep mode, press the Power + Refresh keys on your keyboard. This will wake up your Chromebook again. We are aware of the issue and are working on a solution for…
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How to Increase the Mouse Pointer Size on Chromebooks
Can I make the mouse pointer on my Chromebook bigger? If the default mouse pointer on your Chromebook is too small or hard to see, you can easily adjust its size for better visibility. Changing your cursor size will allow you to more easily locate your pointer and can allow others to better see it if you are presenting.…
