A lot of Chromebook users, myself included, have been dying to get hands on Adobe Photoshop on Google's laptop OS, but it was never possible before. The traditional desktop application was leagues out of a web browser's capabilities, but as the years passed, Chrome and other browsers became so much … [Read more...] about How to use Adobe Photoshop on your Chromebook
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How to make data processing easier with the new Enhanced Smart Fill feature in Google Sheets
Google is now rolling out its Enhanced Smart Fill feature as a part of its Workspace Labs AI initiative. If you're looking to automate finding relationships between column pairs and swiftly filling in the corresponding values, this is worth exploring. Don't worry, I'm going to go over how to use it … [Read more...] about How to make data processing easier with the new Enhanced Smart Fill feature in Google Sheets
There are two ways to set a timer on your Chromebook, and the second is not at all obvious
Have you ever wanted to set a timer without having to deal with Google Assistant and its ridiculously annoying mishaps? Don't have Assistant nearby? I mean, depending on who you are, that's common. Did you know that, despite Google's lack of advertising it, there are actually two methods for setting … [Read more...] about There are two ways to set a timer on your Chromebook, and the second is not at all obvious
How to change the position of your Chromebook’s shelf, and why you may or may not want to
Chromebooks are known for their simplicity and now for their user-friendly Material You interface. But let's talk about one aspect of customization that often flies under the radar: shelf positioning. Most of us are content with the default bottom placement, akin to the familiar Windows taskbar. But … [Read more...] about How to change the position of your Chromebook’s shelf, and why you may or may not want to
UPDATE: How to try out Google’s new decoupled Chrome browser on Chromebooks
UPDATE - 8/25/2023: What a difference a couple days makes! With ChromeOS 116 rolling out to most device models today, things have changed a bit. Thanks to one of our readers (thanks Eli Fennell!), we were quickly made aware this morning that the flags I point out to use in this post are no longer … [Read more...] about UPDATE: How to try out Google’s new decoupled Chrome browser on Chromebooks
Wax on, wax off: Google will remind you to clean your Pixel Buds, but don’t wait until they do
Let's face it, earbuds get dirty - often. The sad reality is that they're a breeding ground for bacteria, even if you clean your ears daily (as you should!) One thing many Pixel Bud users probably forget more often than that though, is the fact that they need to clean their earbuds too. Fortunately, … [Read more...] about Wax on, wax off: Google will remind you to clean your Pixel Buds, but don’t wait until they do
How to connect your Apple AirPods to your Chromebook: A Simple Guide
As technology continues to evolve, we're finding that gadgets from different ecosystems can often work quite well together. Take, for instance, the Apple AirPods (or any Apple headphones for that matter). They were designed with Apple's ecosystem in mind, but they can be used with any device that … [Read more...] about How to connect your Apple AirPods to your Chromebook: A Simple Guide
How to use Google Keep like a pro in the classroom
Back to School season is in full swing, and today, I wanted to equip you for success with quite honestly one of the best notetaking tools in the world (besides paper and pencil, of course!). Sure, it could make some improvements, and I'd kill for a Google-branded E Ink paper tablet for jotting … [Read more...] about How to use Google Keep like a pro in the classroom
How to install and use Citrix Workspace on your Chromebook in 2023
Google has done a lot in recent years to turn Chromebooks into more diverse, capable machines, but millions of businesses, schools, and people across the globe use Citrix Workspace to remotely tap into the extensive power of full on Windows and Mac desktops and crush work. Citrix gives you access to … [Read more...] about How to install and use Citrix Workspace on your Chromebook in 2023
How to copy and paste on a Chromebook like a pro [VIDEO]
One of the most common inquiries we receive about Chromebooks involves the copy and paste function. Though the shortcuts for these actions are pretty cut and dry, Chromebooks now have an advanced copy-pasting technique that is more versatile and useful than the traditional method. Once you … [Read more...] about How to copy and paste on a Chromebook like a pro [VIDEO]
You’ve been using Google Calendar wrong all along: Don’t just schedule experiences, capture them
We live in a fast-paced world where planning for the future has become second nature to us. Google Calendar has been our trusty companion in scheduling upcoming events, meetings, and gatherings. But what if I told you that you're missing out on an incredible aspect of it that could add a touch of … [Read more...] about You’ve been using Google Calendar wrong all along: Don’t just schedule experiences, capture them
Goodbye Twitter: The bird is now your “X”, here’s how to update your Chromebook web app
"Genius, playboy, billionaire (philanthropist)?" – you know I'm talking about Elon Musk, right? The mind behind SpaceX and Tesla has pulled off another heist. He's bagged Twitter for a hefty $44 billion and spun it into something entirely different. Love him or hate him, he's axed the old Twitter … [Read more...] about Goodbye Twitter: The bird is now your “X”, here’s how to update your Chromebook web app
