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Page 2: Product Registration
Obtaining Acer accessories We are happy to inform you that Acer's warranty extension program and notebook accessories are available online. Come and visit our online shop and find what you need at store.acer.com. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Sign in to your Google Account........... 5 Create a new Google Account..........6 Browse as a guest .............. 6 Set your account picture............. 6 Your Acer Chromebook tour Front view..................7 Keyboard view................8 Function keys ..............9 Touchpad................10 Left side view ................ - Page 4 Table of contents Playing video or audio files ............18 Other Supported File Types............18 Chrome Web Store ..............18 Installing new apps from the Chrome Web Store....18 Chrome OS tips and tricks ............20 How to create documents ..........20 How to share documents with other users ......21 How to start a video chat...........21 How to listen to music ............22 How to watch videos, TV, or movies .........23...
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Page 5: Getting Started
Getting started Turn on your Chromebook On the Chromebook, the power button is located at the upper-right corner of the keyboard. A "connect" screen will appear when the Chromebook first boots up. Select your language settings Use the "Select your language" drop-down list to choose your default language setting. -
Page 6: Create A New Google Account
Getting started Create a new Google Account You can create a new Google Account if you don’t already have one. Click 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 Docs, and Google Calendar. -
Page 7: Your Acer Chromebook Tour
Your Acer Chromebook tour Now that you are done setting it up, let us show you around your new Acer Chromebook. Front view Icon Item Description Web camera for video communication. Webcam A light next to the webcam indicates that the webcam is active. -
Page 8: Keyboard View
Your Acer Chromebook tour Icon Item Description Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Charging: The light shows amber Battery when the battery is charging. indicator 2. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. -
Page 9: Function Keys
Icon Item Description Power key Turns the computer on and off. 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... -
Page 10: Touchpad
Your Acer Chromebook tour 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 Gesture Click Press down on any part of the touchpad. -
Page 11: Right Side View
Right side view Icon Item Description ™ Accepts Secure Digital (SD ) cards. Note: Push to remove/install the card. ™ card reader The card reader uses one card at a time. Connects to USB devices. If a port is black it is USB 2.0 USB port compatible, if it is blue it is also USB 3.0 compatible. -
Page 12: Bottom View
Your Acer Chromebook tour Bottom view Icon Item Description Ventilation and Allows the computer to stay cool. cooling fan Do not cover or obstruct the openings. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine... -
Page 13: The Chrome Os Desktop
The Chrome OS Desktop Desktop overview Window controls Status area Launcher Window controls Icon Description Icon Description Close a tab Open a new tab Minimize, maximize, or dock the window on the left or Close the window right Back to the previous page Go to the next page Reload the page Search... -
Page 14: Launcher
The Chrome OS Desktop Launcher Icon Description Icon Description Google Chrome Gmail Google Search YouTube Google Drive Apps list Status area Icon Description Icon Description Chrome OS help Shut down Lock screen Settings Battery status Volume control Wireless network Bluetooth status connection Note: Specifications vary. -
Page 15: Apps
Apps Managing apps Installing apps in Chrome OS See "Installing new apps from the Chrome Web Store" on page 18. Removing apps from Chrome OS 1. Click the Apps list button ( 2. Right-click (click with two fingers) on the app you want to remove. 3. -
Page 16: Sync Files From Downloads To Google Drive
Apps Sync files from Downloads to Google Drive 1. In the Apps list, click on the Files icon. 2. If this your first time accessing your Google Drive, click on the Google Drive icon to enable access. 3. Once your Google Drive is enabled, select the files that you want to upload. -
Page 17: Enable Offline Access To Google Drive Files
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. In the Apps list, click on the Files icon, then click on Google Drive. 2. -
Page 18: Youtube
Apps YouTube YouTube is a video-sharing website on which users can upload, share and view videos. You can access it by clicking the YouTube icon from the launcher. 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. - Page 19 4. A verification window will pop up, click on Add to download and install the app, or click on Cancel. 5. To open your new app, click the Apps list icon ( and then click on the app. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine...
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Page 20: Chrome Os Tips And Tricks
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. How to create documents 1. -
Page 21: How To Share Documents With Other Users
How to share documents with other users 1. Click the Share button in the upper right corner of your document. Click 2. Add people by typing in their email address. 3. After you click Done, they’ll receive an email letting them know a document has been shared with them. -
Page 22: How To Listen To Music
3. Click the Submit button to start your Hangout. Click For all you Skype users out there, Google+ Hangouts are free video chats for up to ten people. How to listen to music Google Play Music 1. Press the Search key and click Google Play Music. Press Click >... -
Page 23: How To Watch Videos, Tv, Or Movies
How to watch videos, TV, or movies YouTube 1. Press the Search key, click YouTube and you’re ready to roll. Press Click > Google Play Movies & TV 1. Press the Search key and click Google Play Movies & TV. Press Click >... -
Page 24: How To Open Microsoft Word And Excel Documents
How to open Microsoft Word and Excel documents 1. Press the Search key and click Files. Press Click > 2. 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. You can convert Microsoft Word and Excel files into Google Drive Documents and Spreadsheets and edit them. - Page 25 3. Click Gmail Offline to open it, and use Gmail like you normally would. It’ll update and send your emails the next time you log on to the internet. Click Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides: 1. When you open Google Drive while connected to the internet, it will automatically enable Offline Drive.
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Page 26: Settings
Settings Settings Use the settings menu to adjust the various options for your Chromebook. To access the settings menu: 1. Click on the status area of the shelf, in the lower-right corner of the screen, where your account picture appears. 2. -
Page 27: Changing The Clock Settings
6. To enable a language for keyboard input, select the checkbox next to the language after adding it. 7. Click on OK when finished. 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. -
Page 28: Setting Up A Printer
Warning! 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. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com... -
Page 29: Help
Help Online and offline help Additional help is available both online and offline. Help covers basic troubleshooting as well as more detailed information about Chrome OS and using your Chomebook. To access the help pages: 1. Click the status area of the shelf in the lower-right corner of the screen where your account picture appears.