Chromebook
How to Change Wallpaper on a Chromebook
Learn how to change the wallpaper/background on your Chromebook.Setting a wallpaper can better personalize your Chromebook, and make the desktop something worth looking at. In this guide, we will show you the necessary steps to set your own wallpaper. Instructions 1. Sign in to your Chromebook.2....
How to Update a Chromebook
Learn how to update your Chromebook operating system. Instructions 1. At the bottom right corner of the screen click on the time.2. Select Settings located around the top-center portion of the menu.3. Select Menu and then About Chrome OS.Or select it from the list on the left-hand side.4. At t...
How to Force Quit an Application on a Chromebook
Learn how to force quit an application on a Chromebook. This could be useful if the intended program is unresponsive or causing issues with the device. Instructions 1. Locate and open the Chrome browser in the application dock at the bottom of the screen.2. Access the Chrome browser settings menu...
How to Turn On Caps Lock on a Chromebook
Learn how to turn on the Caps Lock feature on a Chromebook. Instructions 1. Press both the Alt + Search keys located on the left side of the keyboard. (the magnifying glass or Assistant icon), it should be located in place of where you'd normally find a Caps Lock key. You'll see a pop-up that wil...
How to Take a Screenshot on a Chromebook
Learn how to take a screenshot on a Chromebook. Instructions 1. Press and hold the CTRL key at the bottom left corner of the keyboard while simultaneously pressing the Overview key, which can be found in the center of the top row and looks like a square with two vertical lines to its right.2. Now...
How to Sign Out of a Chromebook
Learn how to sign out of a Chromebook. Instructions 1. Navigate to the bottom-right corner of the screen, and select the task bar (indicated by the WiFi icon/power level/time).2. Next locate the “Sign Out” button at the top left of the window.3. Now that you’re signed out of your account, you can...
How to Format an SD Card or USB Drive on a Chromebook
Learn how to format an SD card or USB drive on a Chromebook. Instructions 1. Click the apps icon button and then click Files or use the keyboard shortcut Alt+Shift+M.2. Right-click on the drive you wish to format and select the Format Device option from the menu.3. Chrome OS will prompt you to c...
Equipment Checkout and Return
Checking out a Chromebook? Renewing? Returning? Students A limited number of Chromebooks are available to support students who are actively enrolled in Edmonds College and who do not have access to any other computing device. Chromebooks may be borrowed from the Information Technology Service Ma...
FAQ - Equipment Checkout & Return
Requesting Equipment What equipment is available to borrow?We primarily lend Chromebooks because they are easy to use, do not require software installation, and will connect to all web-based services (including Canvas). This meets the needs of most students.How do I request to borrow equipment?St...