Chromebooks
Book - 2022
"Chromebooks in easy steps illustrates all the clever features of this versatile, budget-friendly alternative to a Windows laptop or MacBook. Covering all Chromebook models, it: demystifies what a Chromebook is and how it differs from other types of laptops and tablets; shows how to get your Chromebook up and running in no time; guides you through the Chrome web browser, Gmail and other key apps such as Docs, Sheets, and Slides; reveals how to make video calls using a variety of services, to stay in touch with friends and family; shows how to connect your Chromebook to external devices including printers; demonstrates how to upload and organize your photos, videos, and documents in the Cloud; covers how to make documents available offl...ine when you don't have an internet connection; guides you through how to watch TV and movies, and how to download and use Android apps and games; and provides guidance on maintenance and troubleshooting. Ideal for anyone new to the Chromebook, including senior readers" --
- Subjects
- Genres
- Handbooks and manuals
- Published
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Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, United Kingdom :
In Easy Steps Limited
[2022]
- Language
- English
- Main Author
- Item Description
- Includes index.
"Covers all models of Chromebooks Chrome OS for all ages!"--Title page. - Physical Description
- 192 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm
- ISBN
- 9781840789584
- 1. Introducing Chromebooks
- What is a Chromebook?
- Choosing a Chromebook
- About Chrome OS
- 2. Getting Up and Running
- A tour of the Chromebook
- Connecting to the internet
- Signing in to an account
- Creating a new Google account
- Using Chromebook as a guest
- Adding extra users
- 3. Navigating the Chrome OS Desktop
- Around the desktop
- About the Shelf
- Accessing the Status Area
- Using the Launcher
- Managing apps
- Changing the wallpaper
- 4. Keyboard and Touchpad
- Around the keyboard
- Useful keyboard shortcuts
- Special characters
- Caps Lock and function keys
- Using the touchpad
- Touchpad gestures
- 5. Using the Chrome Browser
- Tour of the browser
- The Omnibox
- Working with tabs
- Using bookmarks
- Reading list
- Managing browsing history
- Incognito mode
- Making use of Autofill
- Using multiple windows
- Resizing windows
- Choosing a new theme
- Changing the search engine
- 6. Communicating with Gmail
- About Gmail
- Viewing messages
- Writing and sending emails
- Replying to or forwarding an email
- Creating signatures
- Adding and editing contacts
- Organizing your inbox with labels
- Searching for emails
- Using filters
- Adding a task
- Archiving and muting messages
- Dealing with spam
- Snoozing an email
- Accessing Gmail offline
- Instant chat
- 7. Google Drive
- What is Google Drive?
- Navigating files on Drive
- Creating and managing folders
- Using shortcuts
- Sharing folders and files
- Transferring file ownership
- Seeing files shared with you
- Uploading files to Drive
- How Google storage works
- Freeing up space
- Using Microsoft Office files
- Accessing files offline
- Downloading files
- 8. Office and Productivity
- Google Workspace apps
- Using Google Docs
- Using spreadsheets in Sheets
- Creating Slides presentations
- Viewing PDFs
- Scheduling with Calendar
- Managing contacts
- 9. Media and Entertainment
- Uploading and organizing photos
- Watching Google TV
- Netflix streaming
- Viewing YouTube videos
- Listening to music
- Playing games
- E-books and audiobooks
- 10. Adding and Managing Apps
- Progressive web apps
- Chrome Web Store
- Using the Play Store
- Managing apps
- Using Android apps
- Google Play Pass
- Play Games app
- 11. Video Calling
- Start using Google Meet
- Meeting controls
- Viewing options
- Messaging and sharing files
- Sharing your screen
- Host options and shortcuts
- Video calling with Skype
- Starting a Zoom meeting
- Microsoft Teams calls
- 12. Casting and Connecting
- Casting your screen
- Using an external display
- Setting up Phone Hub
- Connecting devices
- 13. Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Updating Chrome OS
- Adjusting system settings
- Accessibility features
- Freeing up storage space
- Prolonging battery life
- Cleaning your Chromebook
- Troubleshooting issues
- Index