If you are using a USB flash drive or external hard drive with your Chromebook, it is important to safely eject it before you uplug it. This helps prevent data loss or file corruption. Use the instructions below to safely eject your USB thumb drive.
- Click on the Launcher icon ⚪️ in the bottom left corner of your screen.
- Select the Files app icon 📁.
- Locate your device in the left-hand menu.
- Click on the eject icon ⏏ next to the device name.
- Once the device disappears from the list, it is safe to remove the drive.