Intro to Chromebooks

Name: Intro to Chromebooks
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Learn Everything you need to know about getting started with your new Chromebook!

Created byBigger Brains

Last updated 8/2024

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English [Auto],Spanish

What you'll learn

Distinguish between a Chromebook and other types of devices
Set up a new Google account
Log into your Chromebook and navigate the interface
Navigate using the mouse, keyboard and touchscreen
Use Search and the Search Assistant
Work with apps, extensions, and files
Add a printer or device
Change settings and customize your device

Course content

4 sections • 12 lectures • 1h 23m total length

Getting Started1:29
Create a Google account, log in, and learn to navigate Chrome OS, search, manage apps and files, connect printers and devices, and customize system settings.
Introduction to Chromebooks and Chrome OS3:45
Explore Chromebooks as cloud-first devices built around Google Chrome, offering affordable, long battery life, strong security, and web browsing ideal for education.
Setting Up a New Google Account7:59
Create a new Google account on a Chromebook, choosing a Gmail address and verifying with a phone number. Sign in to access Google apps like Gmail, YouTube, and Play Store.
Knowledge Check

Using Google Chrome7:31
Explore how the Chromebook uses Google Chrome, with the launcher, tabs, and window controls. Learn to manage tabs, bookmarks, and security cues like the padlock.
Navigating the Interface7:36
Explore how to navigate the Chromebook interface by using the launcher search, access apps from the shelf, pin and unpin apps, and manage the status area and settings.
Navigating Using the Keyboard9:06
Explore Chromebook keyboard navigation, including caps lock replaced by the search key, launcher access, window and desktop management, alt+number app switching, and trackpad gestures.
Searching and Assistant6:15
Explore how to search on a Chromebook using the launcher, files, apps, and settings, and use Google Assistant for voice queries, documents, and shopping lists.
Knowledge Check

Working with Apps and Extensions9:37
Learn how to add, organize, and run apps on Chromebooks using the Google Play Store, the Chrome Web Store, and launcher shortcuts; manage permissions, app compatibility, and simple troubleshooting.
Working with Files10:09
Learn to manage files on a cloud-first chromebook with the Files app and Google Drive. Open documents in Google Docs or Microsoft Word, enable offline access, and pin favorites.
Adding Printers and Devices5:49
Discover how to print from a Chromebook by finding network printers, testing drivers, and choosing compatible devices with the 'works with Chromebook' logo for easy setup.
Knowledge Check

Changing System Settings6:44
Learn to customize a Chromebook by exploring settings: network, Bluetooth, Android integration, account controls, input devices, displays, apps, and personalization—plus how to use power wash for a clean handoff.
Personalize your Chromebook7:40
Learn to personalize your Chromebook by changing the device image and wallpaper, and managing bookmarks, folders, and Chrome themes. Pin apps to the shelf and explore tips for efficient browsing.
Knowledge Check

Requirements

None

Description

Learn everything you need to know about getting started with your new Chromebook!

Chromebooks are a popular and easy way to access the internet, and this course will have you up and running quickly. If you don't have a Google account we'll show you how to create one, and then use it to log in to your Chromebook. In addition to learning how to navigate the interface, successfully work with apps and files, and customize your settings, you'll also learn lots of tips and shortcuts along the way that will enhance your experience.

Whether you are using a Chromebook for personal, school, or work purposes, Chip and Andy will guide you through the steps to set up and navigate your device with confidence.

Topics covered include:

Discussing the advantages and disadvantages of a Chromebook
Setting up a new Google account and logging in to Chromebooks
Navigating the interface using the keyboard, mouse, and touchscreen
Using Search and the Google Search Assistant
Working with apps, extensions, and files
Setting up printers and devices
Customizing your Chromebook

Objectives, you will be able to:

Distinguish between a Chromebook and other types of devices
Set up a new Google account
Log into your Chromebook and navigate the interface
Navigate using the mouse, keyboard, and touchscreen
Use Search and the Search Assistant
Work with apps, extensions, and files
Add a printer or device
Change settings and customize your device

Who this course is for:

New users of Google Chromebooks

Intro to Chromebooks

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