Of all the things most frequently asked about a Chromebook and ChromeOS online, how to take a screenshot is by far the number one request we see. For many of us that use Chromebooks on a regular basis, it is tempting to think that everyone already knows how to do this. After all, there's even a … [Read more...] about How to take a screenshot on a Chromebook
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How to rotate your Chromebook screen
If you have found yourself reading this post, it is likely for one of two reasons. One, you've opened your Chromebook to discover that your screen has been rotated 90, 180, or 270-degrees and you're trying to figure out how to fix it. Two, you are trying to figure out how to rotate your Chromebook … [Read more...] about How to rotate your Chromebook screen
How to use Cinematic Wallpaper on your Pixel to make your backgrounds awesome
One of the latest features to come to Pixel phones is the recently-introduced Cinematic Wallpaper. Rolled into the latest Pixel Feature Drop, Cinematic Wallpaper adds quite a bit of flare to your standard photo backdrop, using some Pixel magic to add depth and motion sensing to your wallpaper photo … [Read more...] about How to use Cinematic Wallpaper on your Pixel to make your backgrounds awesome
How to invert colors on a Chromebook
Have you ever picked up your phone or opened your laptop just to find that the screen looks like something out of a Predator movie? You know what I mean. All the colors are jacked up and it looks like you're seeing things through infrared goggles. While it's possible that is a result of the screen … [Read more...] about How to invert colors on a Chromebook
How to create a Gantt chart in Google Sheets with the new Smart Canvas Timeline view
Are you tired of hearing me talk about Google’s new Smart Canvas features yet? Well, I like the sound of my own voice (or in this case, the sound of my fingers clicking and clacking on my keyboard), so I’m going to keep gushing about how great they are. Today, I’m going to show you how to use the … [Read more...] about How to create a Gantt chart in Google Sheets with the new Smart Canvas Timeline view
How to use the awesome, new Data Extraction Smart Canvas feature in Google Sheets
There's a ton to explore in the revamped Google Workspace apps. By adding dynamic and interactive Smart Canvas elements, Google is essentially rewriting Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail and more at their very core. Seriously, if you're not using these features yet, you're missing out big time. While … [Read more...] about How to use the awesome, new Data Extraction Smart Canvas feature in Google Sheets
How to turn your phone flashlight or smart lights on and off like a true Harry Potter fan
If you've ever wished to illuminate your surroundings with a single word instead of fidgeting with the touchscreen and quick settings of your Pixel or Android phone, I've got a fun trick for you. Just like Harry Potter did with his wand, you too can bring a little magic to your everyday life. By … [Read more...] about How to turn your phone flashlight or smart lights on and off like a true Harry Potter fan
How to turn any Google Smart Canvas Doc into a template for repeated use
Now that Google’s Smart Canvas tools are widely available, I’m realizing things about Google Docs that I’ve never really cared about before. Generally, I use it for writing out my thoughts and less so for business documents. Well, that’s true now, but before this year, I did quite the opposite - I … [Read more...] about How to turn any Google Smart Canvas Doc into a template for repeated use
I’ve fallen in love with Google Docs all over again thanks to Pageless view and Smart Canvas
I’ve got a bit of an addiction to Google’s new Smart Canvas features. After the company introduced the dynamic, modernized Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides tools that were created to help you increase your productivity and add a bit of creative and personalized flair to your files, I tinkered a bit, … [Read more...] about I’ve fallen in love with Google Docs all over again thanks to Pageless view and Smart Canvas
How to set a writing timer or stopwatch right inside of Google Docs with Smart Canvas
Have you ever wanted to gain quick access to a stopwatch or a timer for your writing sessions? Many of you, especially if you’re a novelist or hobbyist writer, will know of the Pomodoro technique. This method of time management dictates that you think in tomatoes instead of hours (Pomodoro means … [Read more...] about How to set a writing timer or stopwatch right inside of Google Docs with Smart Canvas
How to enable and use Google’s new AI integrated Search Generative Experience (SGE)
Starting right now, if you have a Google One subscription for 2TB or higher and have signed up for Labs in Search, you can enable Google's new SGE, or Search Generative Experience. Essentially, this is its artificial intelligence integrated with Google Search! What Search Generative Experience is … [Read more...] about How to enable and use Google’s new AI integrated Search Generative Experience (SGE)
How to enable auto-correct for your Chromebook’s physical keyboard
I'll have to admit, this one took me a bit by surprise. I have no idea how long this feature has actually been around, but in just a few minutes of using it, I'm already in love. Thanks to a quick how-to article by Chrome Story, I may have just enabled a feature that will allow me to write … [Read more...] about How to enable auto-correct for your Chromebook’s physical keyboard
