acer AX201D2Q Intel WiFi 6 AX201 Notebook PC Laptop User Manual
- June 6, 2024
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AX201D2Q Intel WiFi 6 AX201 Notebook PC Laptop
User’s Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of contents – 3
Getting started
4
Turn on your Chromebook………………….. 4
Select your language settings …………….. 4
Connect to a network…………………………. 4
Accept the Terms of Service………………….. 4
First-time sign-in ……………………………….. 4
Create a new Google Account ……………….. 4
Browse as a guest ……………………………….. 4
Enterprise enrollment (optional)……………… 5
Sign in to your Google Account ……………… 5
Your Acer Chromebook tour
6
Front view ………………………………………… 6
Keyboard view ………………………………….. 7
Function keys………………………………………. 8
Common keyboard shortcuts …………………. 8
Touchpad ……………………………………………. 9
Right view ………………………………………. 10
Left view ………………………………………… 11
USB 3.2 Gen 1 information ………………….. 11
USB Type-C information ……………………… 12
Bottom view ……………………………………. 13
Usage Modes
14
The Chrome OS Desktop
15
Window controls …………………………….. 15
Shelf ……………………………………………… 16
Launcher …………………………………………… 16
Pinned apps ………………………………………. 17
Status area………………………………………… 17
Apps & extensions
18
Managing apps ……………………………….. 18
Installing apps from Chrome Web Store .. 18
Installing apps from Google Play Store …. 19
Removing apps from Chrome OS…………. 19
Google Drive ………………………………….. 19
Difference between Drive and Files apps . 20 Creating a new document ……………………. 20 Sync files from Downloads to Google Drive…………………………………………………. 20 Enable offline access to Google Drive
files…………………………………………………… 20
Gmail ……………………………………………. 21
Composing an email …………………………… 21
YouTube ……………………………………….. 21 Playing video or audio files ……………….. 21 Other Supported File Types………………. 21
Chrome OS tips and tricks
23
Documents……………………………………… 23
How to create documents ……………………. 23 Finding your documents………………………. 24 How
to share documents with other users 24
How to start a video chat ………………….. 24
How to listen to music………………………. 25
How to watch videos, TV, or movies…… 25
Working with Microsoft Office (Word,
Excel, and Powerpoint) documents ……. 26
Open and edit Microsoft Office files using Google’s office compatibility mode
……….. 26 Convert Microsoft Office files to Google Drive formats………………………………………
26 Export Google Drive documents as Microsoft Office files……………………………. 26
Opening Microsoft Office files using Microsoft’s Office Online apps from the
Chrome Web Store or Google Play Store. 27
How to use your Chromebook when
there’s no internet ……………………………. 27
Gmail Offline ……………………………………… 28 Google Drive ……………………………………… 28
Settings
30
Changing the language settings ………… 30
Changing the clock settings………………. 31
Customizing appearance ………………….. 31
Customizing the wallpaper…………………… 31
Customizing the theme ……………………….. 31
Setting up a printer ………………………….. 32
Updating Chrome OS ………………………. 32
Automatic update ……………………………….. 32 Manual update …………………………………… 32
Resetting your Chromebook ……………… 33
Help
34
Online and offline help ……………………… 34
Frequently asked questions
35
Get help or more information ……………. 36
4 – Getting started
GETTING STARTED
Turn on your Chromebook
On the Chromebook, press the power button. A “Welcome” screen will appear when
the Chromebook first boots up.
Select your language settings
Use the “Language” drop-down list to choose your default language setting. If
there is more than one way to type in your language, you may be prompted to
select a keyboard input method as well.
Connect to a network
Select a network from the “Connect to network” list to connect to the
Internet. If network access is protected, you will need an access password to
connect to it.
Accept the Terms of Service
Once connected to a network, accept the Terms of Service. Your Chromebook will
then download any available system updates, so you automatically get the
latest Chrome OS features.
First-time sign-in
Create a new Google Account
You can create a new Google Account if you don’t already have one. Select
Create a Google Account to set up a new account. A Google Account gives you
access to useful web services developed by Google, such as Gmail, Google
Drive, and Google Calendar.
Browse as a guest
You can also use the Chromebook without a Google Account by selecting Browse
as a Guest.
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Enterprise enrollment (optional)
You can enroll the Chromebook by selecting Enterprise enrollment.
Sign in to your Google Account
If you already have a Google Account, enter your username and password in the
sign-in box that appears and select the Sign in button. If your device is a
Chromebook Enterprise, click More options and select Enterprise enrollment.
Sign in to your Chromebook
Email or phone
Forgot email? More options
Back
NEXT
Important
Sign in with your primary Google Account. This account will be set as the
owner and is the only account that will be able to change certain Chrome
settings.
6 – Your Acer Chromebook tour
YOUR ACER CHROMEBOOK TOUR
Front view
1 2 3
4
Icon Item
Description
1
Webcam shutter
Slide the shutter to the left to cover the webcam. Slide right to open it.
2
Microphone
Internal microphone for sound recording.
Web camera for video
3
Webcam
communication. A light next to the webcam indicates
that the webcam is active.
4
Touchscreen
Displays computer output, supports multi-touch input.
Keyboard view
1 2
3
4
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Icon Item
Description
1
Microphone
Internal microphone for sound recording.
Web camera for video
2
Webcam
communication. A light next to the webcam indicates
that the webcam is active.
3
Keyboard
For entering data into your computer.
Touch-sensitive pointing device
which functions like a computer
mouse.
4
Touchpad / click button
Pressing down anywhere on the pad functions like the left button of a mouse.
Pressing down anywhere with two
fingers functions like the right button
of a mouse.
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Function keys
The computer uses function keys or key combinations to access some hardware and software controls, such as screen brightness and volume. The dedicated function keys each have a specific function.
Icon
Function
Description
Previous
Go to the previous page.
Next
Go to the next page.
Reload
Reload the current page.
Full-screen
Open the page in full-screen mode.
Next window
Switch to the next window.
Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.
Brightness up
Increases the screen brightness.
Mute
Turns off audio output.
Volume down
Decreases the volume.
Volume up
Increases the volume.
Lock screen
Locks the screen.
Search
Search from the Apps panel.
Common keyboard shortcuts
You can use shortcuts to complete some tasks more quickly.
Keyboard shortcuts
Description
Ctrl +
Takes screenshot.
Alt +
Toggles caps lock.
Alt +
Projects your screen.
Note: For a complete list of keyboard shortcuts, press Ctrl + Alt + /
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Touchpad
The built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your fingers across the surface of the touchpad.
Action Click Two-finger tap (or alt-click)
Two-finger swipe
Drag and drop
Gesture
Press down on any part of the touchpad.
Tapping the touchpad with two fingers or pressing (and holding) Alt on the
keyboard and tapping the touchpad with one finger both equal a “right-click”
on a computer mouse.
Place two fingers on the touchpad and move them up and down to scroll
vertically, left and right to scroll horizontally.
Select the item you want to move with one finger. With a second finger, move
the item. Release both fingers to drop the item. (This gesture works for
files, not windows or icons.)
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Right view
1 23 4
Icon 1 +/2
3
4
Item
Description
Volume control key Adjusts the system volume.
USB port
Connects to USB devices.
USB Type-C port with DC-in
Connects to the provided USB Type-C power adapter and to USB devices with a USB Type-C connector. Supports DisplayPortTM over USB-CTM.
Kensington
lock
slot
Connects to a security lock.
Kensington-compatible
Left view
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Icon 1 2
Item
USB Type-C port with DC-in
USB port
Description
Connects to the provided USB Type-C power adapter and to USB devices with a
USB Type-C connector. Supports DisplayPortTM over USB-CTM.
Connects to USB devices.
3
MicroSD card slot Insert a microSD card into this slot.
4
Headset/speaker jack
Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones), or a headset with microphone.
5
Power button
Turns the computer on and off.
Indicates the computer’s battery
status.
6
Battery indicator
Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging.
Fully charged: The light shows blue
when in AC mode.
USB 3.2 Gen 1 information
· USB 3.2 Gen 1 compatible ports are blue. · Compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 1 and
earlier devices. · For optimal performance, use USB 3.2 Gen 1-certified
devices. · Defined by the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification (SuperSpeed USB).
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USB Type-C information
· USB 3.2 Gen 1 with transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. · Supports DisplayPortTM
audio/video output. · Delivers up to 3 A at 5 V DC for USB charging. · DC-in:
requires power adapter or power source providing 45 W at
5~20 V. For optimal performance, please use a certified Acer power adapter or
USB Power Delivery device.
Bottom view
2
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1
Icon Item
1
Drain holes
2
Speakers
Description
Liquid spilled on the keyboard can drain out of the holes in the underside of
the housing.
Deliver stereo audio output.
14 – Usage Modes
USAGE MODES
Your computer features the following modes. You can choose a mode to fit your needs.
Laptop
Display
Tent
Tablet
The Chrome OS Desktop – 15
THE CHROME OS DESKTOP
Window controls
Shelf
Window controls
1
2 3
4
56 7
8
9 10 11
Number Description
Goes Backward and Forward in the current web
1
browsing sessions’s history (closing and reopening the Chrome browser begins a new session). Select to Reload
the current webpage.
2
Closes a tab.
3
Opens a new tab.
4
Type a web address or perform an internet search in this search box (also known as the “omnibox”).
5
Minimizes the window into the desktop shelf.
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Number Description
Maximizes the window to take up the entire screen. Click
again to return window to previous position. Also, select
6
and hold to display a left and right arrow next to the
icon. These neatly align the window to take up half the left
side of the screen or the right side, respectively.
7
Closes the entire window (tabs and all).
8
Bookmark (save) webpage links to this quick-access area called the “bookmarks bar”.
9
Select to bookmark (save) a link to the currrent webpage.
10
Select to use any enabled extensions you have installed in Chrome from this extension list.
11
Select to customize and control Google Chrome.
Shelf
Launcher
Status area
Apps pinned to shelf
Note
Specifications vary. Some icons may not be applicable to your Chromebook.
Launcher
Select the Launcher icon to display the launcher page. This is the fastest way
to search for something. Simply start typing to search the internet, your
bookmarks, any files you have stored in your Google Drive, and items in the
Web Store. The Launcher page is also the place to access all your apps. Below
the search box are your frequently-used apps. Simply select one to open it. To
see all apps you have installed, select .
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Pinned apps
You can pin or unpin apps on the shelf.
To pin an app to the shelf
1. Select the Launcher icon. 2. Click to select All Apps (or type the name of
the desired app). 3. Locate and two-finger tap the desired app icon. 4. Select
Pin to shelf. To reorder the apps on the shelf, just drag them around.
To unpin an app from the shelf
1. Locate and two-finger tap the desired app icon from the shelf. 2. Select
Unpin.
Status area
The Status area enables you to see vital computer information at a glance, such as the time, Wi-Fi signal strength, and battery life. Tap the Status area to display a box with more options.
Icon Description
Icon Description
Notifications
Shut down
Lock screen Volume control Bluetooth status
Settings
Wireless network connection
Battery status
Night light
Keyboard
Brightness control
18 – Apps & extensions
APPS & EXTENSIONS
You can enhance your Chromebook with extra web applications (Chrome apps, for
short), features for the browser (also known as extensions) and apps designed
for AndroidTM (Play Store apps). Chrome apps work like regular software
programs for desktop computers, except they run entirely on the web.
Extensions provide custom features and functionality for the Chrome browser.
Android apps, designed for Android mobile devices are supported on
Chromebooks. You can find Chrome apps and extensions through the Chrome Web
Store, and Android apps using the Google Play Store.
Managing apps
Note
Certain apps and browser extensions may not be available in all countries and
regions. The contents and design of the Web Store may vary by region. Updates
may add new categories or change how to navigate the Web Store at any time.
Installing apps from Chrome Web Store
1. Select the Launcher icon. 2. Click to select All Apps (or type “Web
Store”). 3. Select Web Store. 4. You can then browse through the app
categories in the left column
or search for a specific type of app using the search box. 5. When you find an
app that you would like to add, select it and then
select Add to Chrome. 6. A verification window will pop up, select Add to
download and install
the app, or select Cancel. To open your new app, select the Launcher, then All
Apps (or type the name of your new app), and then select the app.
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Installing apps from Google Play Store
1. Select the Launcher icon. 2. Click to select All Apps (or type “Play
Store”). 3. Select Play Store. 4. You can browse apps by category or search
for an app by keyword. 5. Select an app to view more information. 6. Select
INSTALL to download apps. Downloaded apps will be installed in the Launcher.
If you cannot find the apps, select All Apps from the Launcher.
Removing apps from Chrome OS
1. Select the Launcher icon. 2. Click to select All Apps (or type the name of
the desired app). 3. Two-finger tap on the app you want to remove. For more
information
see Touchpad on page 9. 4. Select Uninstall.
Note
Some apps such as the Chrome web browser cannot be uninstalled.
Google Drive
All files saved to your Google Drive are saved online and are accessible to
other devices, such as your smartphone or tablet. Files saved to the Downloads
folder are saved to your local drive and are only accessible to your
Chromebook.
Note
You must be connected to the Internet to do the following Google Drive
operations.
20 – Apps & extensions
Difference between Drive and Files apps
Google Drive is a web-based storage service offered by Google, and the Files
app is the onboard storage system for your Chromebook. Because your Chromebook
makes heavy use of the web, you can easily access files both from Google Drive
and those that are stored locally by using the Files app on your Chromebook.
To use the Files app, select the Files icon in the apps list, or use the
keyboard shortcut
Creating a new document
1. From the Apps list, select the Google Drive icon. 2. Select New and select
the type of document you want to create.
Note For an alternative method of creating documents, see How to create
documents on page 23.
Sync files from Downloads to Google Drive
1. Select the Launcher icon. 2. Click to select All Apps (or type “Files”).
3. Select the Files icon. 4. Select the files that you want to upload. 5.
Drag-and-drop the files to My Drive.
Enable offline access to Google Drive files
You can access files stored on your Google Drive while offline, but first you
must enable offline access: 1. Select the Launcher icon. 2. Click to select
All Apps (or type “Files”). 3. Select the Files icon and then select My Drive.
4. Select the file(s) you want to access offline.
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5. Two-finger tap to bring up the context sensitive menu and select Available
offline. For more information see Touchpad on page 9.
Gmail
Composing an email
1. Select the Launcher icon. 2. Click to select All Apps (or type “Gmail”).
3. Select the Gmail icon and then Compose. 4. Enter the recipient’s email
address, the subject, and the message. 5. When you are finished composing your
message, select Send.
YouTube
YouTube is a video-sharing website on which users can upload, share and view
videos. You can access it by doing the following: 1. Select the Launcher icon.
2. Click to select All Apps (or type “YouTube”). 3. Select the YouTube icon.
Playing video or audio files
Your Chromebook has a built-in media player to play audio and video files. To play a file, double-click on an audio or video file in your Files app.
Media type Supported formats
Audio / Video
.3gp, .avi, .mov, .mp4, .m4v, .m4a, .mp3, .mkv, .ogv, .ogm, .ogg, .oga, .webm, .wav
Other Supported File Types
Your Chromebook supports a number of other file formats.
File type
Microsoft Office files
Supported formats
.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt (read-only), .pptx (readonly)
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File type Images Compressed Other
Supported formats .bmp, .gif, .jpg, .jpeg, .png, .webp .zip, .rar .txt, .pdf (read-only)
Chrome OS tips and tricks – 23
CHROME OS TIPS AND TRICKS
Your Chromebook is a new type of computer that works somewhat differently than
what you may be used to, so you might like to know how easy and useful things
are when using it. Here are some tips and tricks.
Documents
How to create documents
1. Press the Search key on your keyboard or select the Launcher icon.
2. Click to select All Apps (or type “Google Docs”, “Google Sheets”, or
“Google Slides” depending on the type of document you want to create) Create
word processing files with Google Docs, spreadsheets with Google Sheets, and
presentations with Google Slides.
3. Select Google Docs , Google Sheets , or Google Slides .
That’s it. You’ve just created a new document in a few seconds. With your new
document, you can add text, insert images, change the font, make it bold,
underline it, italicize it you get the gist. Most of the formatting and
other stuff you might be familiar with from other productivity suites like
Microsoft Office you can do with Google Docs.
Note For an alternative method of creating documents, see Creating a new
document on page 20.
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Finding your documents
All documents you create are saved to your Google Drive where they are online
and accessible to other devices, such as your smartphone or tablet. To find
your documents, do the following:
1. Select the Launcher icon.
2. Click to select All Apps (or type “Google Drive”).
3. Select the Google Drive icon.
4. Select My Drive (or whatever sub-folder you’ve created to put your files
in).
Since your files are saved in Google Drive, they are saved online and
available anywhere you have internet access. To access your files from any
internet-connected computer do the following:
1. Open the computer’s web browser.
2. In the browser’s address bar, type “drive.google.com” (this is the Google
Drive web address).
3. Login using your Google account username and password.
4. Select My Drive (or whatever folder you’ve created to put your files in).
How to share documents with other users
1. Select Share
in the upper right corner of your document.
2. Add people by typing in their email address. The sharing option works with your Gmail contacts, so as you type your email contacts appear for you to quickly select.
3. After you select Done
, they’ll receive an email letting them
know a document has been shared with them.
How to start a video chat
For all you Skype users out there, Google Hangouts are free video chats for up
to ten people. To make a Hangouts video call, do the following: 1. Press the
Search key on your keyboard or select the Launcher
icon. 2. Click to select All Apps (or type “Hangouts”).
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3. Select the Hangouts call icon. 4. Type in the name or email address of a
person. 5. Select the Invite button to start your Hangouts.
How to listen to music
1. Press the Search key on your keyboard or select the Launcher icon.
2. Click to select All Apps (or type “Play Music”). 3. Select Play Music .
Note
Play Music may not be available in all countries and regions. Google Play’s
current list of country availability for apps and digital content, visit
https:// support.google.com/googleplay/answer/2843119?hl=en
To listen to streaming music, you can download streaming apps like Pandora, Spotify, Rdio, Deezer and more (availability varies by country) from ChromeTM Web Store or Google Play Store .
How to watch videos, TV, or movies
1. Press the Search key on your keyboard or select the Launcher icon.
2. Click to select All Apps and select one of the following options:
a. Select YouTube
to view a vast amount of user-uploaded
videos covering nearly everything imaginable.
b. Select Play Movies love.
to watch the movies and TV shows you
Note
Play Movies may not be available in all countries and regions. Google Play’s
current list of country availability for apps and digital content, visit
https:// support.google.com/googleplay/answer/2843119?hl=en
c. To find more entertainment apps like Netflix, Flixster, and more
(availability varies by country), select Web Store
or Play
Store . Then, search for “Netflix” or other entertainment apps.
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Working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Powerpoint) documents
Open and edit Microsoft Office files using Google’s office compatibility mode
1. Press the Search key on your keyboard or select the Launcher icon.
2. Click to select All Apps (or type “Files”). 3. Select the Files icon. 4.
Double-click on any Microsoft Office file stored in Google Drive or
on an external hard drive or USB flash drive connected to your Chromebook.
Google Chrome automatically opens and enables limited editing of the document.
Convert Microsoft Office files to Google Drive formats
1. Press the Search key on your keyboard or select the Launcher icon.
2. Click to select All Apps (or type “Files”). 3. Select the Files icon. 4.
Double-click on any Microsoft Office file stored in Google Drive or
on an external hard drive or USB flash drive connected to your Chromebook. 5.
Select File > Save as Google Docs, Slides, or Sheets (format depends on the
type of document).
Export Google Drive documents as Microsoft Office files
1. Press the Search key on your keyboard or select the Launcher icon.
2. Click to select All Apps (or type “Docs”). 3. Select Google Docs, Sheets,
or Slides (depending on the
document you want to create).
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4. After creating the content of your document, select File > Download as and
select the type of format you want to save as.
5. The file is saved to the download section of the Files app.
Opening Microsoft Office files using Microsoft’s Office Online apps from the
Chrome Web Store or Google Play Store
Another option for working with Microsoft Office files is to use Microsoft’s
own free web-based Office Online tools. You can download the Word Online,
Excel Online, and PowerPoint Online apps from the Chrome Web Store or Google
Play Store (you’ll need to create a Microsoft account if you don’t already
have one). Then, you can login and create files or upload files you have
already created and edit them.
Note
Office Online programs save files you create exclusively to Micrsoft’s own
OneDrive cloud storage. Though you can download a file you create and then
move it to Google Drive or a removable storage device, you cannot save it
directly to those locations. Also, to work on a file you’ve already created,
you must first upload it to OneDrive by selecting Open from OneDrive from
within whichever Office Online product you are using (you can install the
OneDrive app from the Web Store as well).
How to use your Chromebook when there’s no internet
The Chrome Web Store contains useful offline apps. For more information see
Installing apps from Chrome Web Store on page 18. You’re able to filter your
app search by selecting the Runs Offline checkbox. For those times you don’t
have an internet connection, these apps help you stay productive and
entertained. A few of the pre-installed options are described below.
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Gmail Offline
Note
The first time you use Gmail Offline you MUST be connected to the internet to
enable offline viewing.
1. Go to Gmail and select Settings > Settings. 2. Select Offline tab. 3.
Select Enable offline mail. 4. Choose your settings, such as how many days of
messages you
want to sync. 5. Select Save Changes. 6. Use the app like you normally would.
It’ll update and send your
emails the next time you log on to the internet.
Google Drive
Important
Any changes you make to a current document or any document you create while
offline are saved locally on your computer and will not be seen if you open
the document from Google Drive on another computer or device. The changes will
only be reflected in the Google Drive online version of the document the next
time you connect to the internet and access Google Drive.
1. Press the Search key on your keyboard or select the Launcher icon.
2. Click to select All Apps (or type “Google Drive”). 3. Select the Google
Drive icon. 4. Open a Google document you have already created or create one
as you normally would. For more information see Creating a new document on
page 20. Notice the offline icon displays next to the file name reminding you
that you are working on this document while not connected to the internet.
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5. Make your desired changes. The next time you are online and have Google
Drive open, your local changes will upload to Google Drive.
Note
If you make changes to a Google document while offline and someone else makes
changes to the document as well (for example, if the document is shared with
someone else), the next time you are online and have Google Drive open, your
changes will merge with the other person’s changes.
You can’t open and access every type of file you have saved in Google Drive
when there is no internet connection. To enable offline access to file types
other than Google documents when offline, see Enable offline access to Google
Drive files on page 20.
30 – Settings
SETTINGS
Use the settings menu to adjust the various options for your Chromebook. To
access the settings menu do the following:
1. Select the Status area of the shelf in the lower-right corner of the
screen.
2. Select Settings icon.
3. To show the advanced settings, scroll to the bottom and select Advanced.
Note
Using default settings, the Chromebook will enter hibernate mode after one
hour.
Changing the language settings
1. Select the Status area of the shelf in the lower-right corner of the
screen.
2. Select Settings icon. 3. Select Advanced. 4. Scroll down and select
Language in the Languages and input
section. 5. Select Add languages to add additional languages. 6. To enable a
language for keyboard input, under Input method select
the checkbox next to your desired input method. 7. Select Add when finished.
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Changing the clock settings
You can change the time format and time zone on your Chromebook. If the date
or time is incorrect on your Chromebook, try adjusting the time zone. To
change the time zone: 1. Select the Status area of the shelf in the lower-
right corner of the
screen. 2. Select Settings icon. 3. Select Advanced. 4. In the Date and time
section, select the desired time zone from the
the drop down box.
Customizing appearance
Customizing the wallpaper
1. Select the Status area of the shelf in the lower-right corner of the
screen.
2. Select Settings icon. 3. In the Personalization section, select Wallpaper
(or right-click your
desktop and select Set wallpaper). 4. To pick your own wallpaper, select My
Images. To pick Chrome
wallpaper, you can browse through the categories in the left column and click
an image. You can also choose Daily Refresh to set your wallpaper to cycle
through random order daily.
Customizing the theme
1. Select Settings from the Chrome Browser . 2. In the Appearance section,
select Browser themes. 3. You’ll be taken to the Chrome Web Store, where you
can find extra
resources for the Chrome browser. 4. Once you find a theme that you’d like to
try out, select it and then
select Add to Chrome.
32 – Settings
Setting up a printer
You can use the Google Cloud Print service to send print requests to many
types of traditional cabled printer and wireless “cloud ready” printers;
however, not all printers are supported. To learn more about Google Cloud
Print and how to set up your printer, reference Google’s own Chromebook Help
to find comprehensive information on this topic. To access Chromebook Help, do
the following: 1. Press the Search key on your keyboard or select the Launcher
icon. 2. Click to select All Apps (or type “Explore”). 3. Select the Explore
icon. 4. Select Help (or type “Printer” in the search box.)
Updating Chrome OS
Automatic update
Each time you turn on your Chromebook, it automatically checks for updates.
When an update is available, this update icon will appear as a notification in
the status area. To apply the update: 1. Select the Status area of the shelf
in the lower-right corner of the
screen. 2. Select Restart to Update. 3. Your Chromebook will shutdown and
automatically restart, with the
update applied.
Manual update
To manually check for an update or check what version of Chrome OS you are
using: 1. Select the Status area of the shelf in the lower-right corner of the
screen. 2. Select Settings icon. 3. Select About Chrome OS from settings at
the top left corner.
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4. In the dialog that opens, select Check for updates. If any updates are
available, they will be displayed on the page.
Important
Do not modify your Chromebook’s hardware yourself. Doing so will cause the
update function to no longer work. Please get in touch with your dealer or an
authorized service center. Visit www.acer.com to find an authorized service
site.
Resetting your Chromebook
There may be times when you want to reset your Chromebook (for example,
removing your personal information and settings). Completely resetting your
Chromebook is known as “Powerwashing”, which is basically factory resetting
your computer. After powerwashing, your Chromebook will look like it did out
of the box (including all apps that came pre-installed). To powerwash your
Chromebook, do the following:
Important
Powerwashing your Chromebook will remove all local settings, data, and
programs from your hard drive. Backup any data on your hard drive that is not
saved online by moving it to Google Drive and waiting for it to sync.
1. Select the Status area of the shelf in the lower-right corner of the
screen.
2. Select Settings icon. 3. Select Advanced. 4. In the Reset settings
section, select Powerwash. 5. Select Restart. 6. In the box that appears,
select Powerwash > Continue.
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HELP
Online and offline help
Additional help is available both online and offline. Chromebook Help is
installed on your Chromebook and doesn’t require internet access. It covers
basic troubleshooting as well as more detailed information about Chrome OS and
using your Chromebook.
Note
Some sections in Chromebook Help have web links, which require you to have
internet access to view the additional information.
To access Chromebook Help, do the following: 1. Press the Search key on your
keyboard or select the Launcher
icon. 2. Click to select All Apps (or type “Explore”). 3. Select the Explore
icon.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Question
Answer
Chromebooks use apps from the Google Play
What software works on a Chromebook?
Store and on the web, instead of traditional software applications. There are apps to be productive, get creative, enjoy movies and
shows, play games and more.
How do I get more apps?
Download Chromebook apps from the Google Play Store app . Find the app by clicking the Launcher icon and searching “Play Store”.
Can I use Microsoft Office software?
Chromebooks work with Microsoft® Word, Excel® and PowerPoint®. You can download the apps from the Google Play Store or use them on the web. *Additional functionality available with a Microsoft 365 subscription. Microsoft, Excel and PowerPoint are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Where can I find my All your files are stored in the Files app .
files?
Find the app by clicking the Launcher icon
and searching “Files”.
Transfer your local files using a compatible
How do I transfer my storage device. Your Chromebook works with
local files?
most external storage devices (e.g.: USB
thumb drives, removable hard drives).
Why does my Chromebook need my Google Account information?
You’ll use your Google Account to sign in to your Chromebook. It is the same account you use for Google services such as Gmail and Drive. Your Chromebook uses your account information to automatically sign you into apps and services.
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Question
Answer
If you want to set up parental controls for your
child, it’s important that you sign in using your
How do I set this up for my child?
child’s personal Google Account. If they don’t already have one, you can create one during the sign-in process on your Chromebook. You
will be able to add your child’s school account
after you complete device onboarding.
Get help or more information
For information on: Chromebook Help Chrome OS
Refer to:
Open the Explore app Chromebook.
on your
https://support.google.com/chromebook/
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
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