4. Using Chrome OS and the Chrome Desktop

A screenshot shows the Chrome OS desktop with the options, Files, Google photos, Chrome, Play store, and Facebook at the bottom, followed by icons to access Chrome, Gmail, Documents, YouTube, and Play Store.

In this chapter, you learn how to turn your Chromebook on and off, how to navigate the desktop, and how to enter and emerge from sleep mode.

Image Starting Up and Shutting Down

Image Navigating the Chrome OS Desktop

Image Navigating Chrome Windows

Using Touchscreen Gestures

Using a Chromebook is similar to using a traditional ...

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