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– This Chromebook trackpad shortcut is definitely not new, but is blowing my mind

This Chromebook trackpad shortcut is definitely not new, but is blowing my mind – By Robby Payne chromeunboxed.com

It’s just not true that you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. When it comes to Chromebooks and ChromeOS, I’m nearly as old of a dog as there is, and today I learned a new trackpad shortcut that I’m sure has been around for quite some time. As a matter of fact, the more I look, the more I’m convinced that this feature may have been around as early as 2016, but I’m not completely certain of that.

How to Decide Between a Chromebook and a ‘Real’ Laptop

How to Decide Between a Chromebook and a ‘Real’ Laptop – By Joshua Hawkins Lifehacker
When Chromebooks were first released in 2011, they didn’t offer anywhere near the same capabilities that they do now—as Google continues to improve upon the Chromebook formula, they’re becoming more and more capable machines. But sometimes a Chromebook just isn’t going to cut it. Here’s everything you need to know to determine which portable computer system will work best for you.

Even if you can’t see it, your Chromebook does have a right-click function

Even if you can’t see it, your Chromebook does have a right-click function – By Zach Gray-Traverso Android Police
Chromebooks are becoming increasingly popular as they’ve evolved from a glorified browser into a full-fledged computer. And Premium Chromebooks offer plenty of advanced hardware like beautiful screens and fingerprint scanners that bring the user experience to a new level. No matter which Chromebook they have, most new Chromebook users will notice that there isn’t a right-click button built into their device. Even though it’s not obvious, there is still a way to right-click on a Chromebook.

Big Chromebook Plus, even bigger savings

Big Chromebook Plus, even bigger savings – By Robby Payne chromeunboxed.com
The Chromebook Plus deals space is a shifty one these days. It almost has the feel of watching a basketball game where players are brought on and off of the bench as the game goes on. One week we’ll have one lineup, and the next we’ll see it all change. That has most definitely been the case this week as nearly all the Chromebook and Chromebook Plus models that were on sale a week ago have gone back to full price while multiple others have tumbled down once again.

How to record audio on a Chromebook

How to record audio on a Chromebook – By Steven Winkelman Android Police
Voice recording apps have been around for years, shipping as a standard feature on most affordable Android phones. Apps that allow users to record, save, and export audible sound have many applications, like music production, on-the-go podcast creation, and note-taking. The Play Store has a ton of great apps that let users record and edit sound, transforming your Android device into a high-quality portable microphone.

How to Copy and Paste on a Chromebook

How to Copy and Paste on a Chromebook – By Sachin Bahal Lifehacker
Copying and pasting are two of the most essential shortcuts to learn, and they work pretty much the same across Windows, MacOS, Android, iOS, and platforms like Chromebooks. If you’re switching to a Chromebook from a Windows PC or Mac, you won’t need to relearn your copy-and-paste shortcuts, since it’s virtually the same in Chrome OS.

How to fix a slow Chromebook with ChromeOS Diagnostics

How to fix a slow Chromebook with ChromeOS Diagnostics – By Zach Gray-Traverso Android Police
Chromebooks are great devices for power users and the budget-conscious. They are easy to use and secure, which makes them great devices for everyone from younger students to older parents. Even though Chromebooks run well most of the time, you may run into issues. ChromeOS includes a Diagnostics app to help troubleshoot your problem. This guide walks you through how to launch the Diagnostics app, how to use it, and what features are included.

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