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August 2024 | Latest update

What's New with Chromebook?

Chromebooks update automatically* to provide you with the latest features and keep the software fresh and speedy. Here are some highlights from recent updates.

*See how long a device is eligible for updates at g.co/chromeosupdates/en/.

Easy access to your Microsoft® 365 files

Now it’s even easier to open and edit Microsoft® Word, Excel®, and PowerPoint® files on your Chromebook using the Microsoft® 365 app with the new OneDrive integration.* The app seamlessly connects Microsoft® OneDrive to your Chromebook’s Files app, so you can continue working on existing projects or start brand new ones. To get started, just select the Microsoft 365 file you want to open and you’ll be guided through the quick and easy setup process.

*Additional functionality available with a Microsoft 365® subscription. Microsoft, Excel and PowerPoint are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

View multiple calendars from the shelf

Now you can view events for up to 10 calendars within the Google Calendar shortcut on your shelf. So if you set up different calendars for “Work” and “Family events” on Google Calendar, they’ll also automatically also show up on your Chromebook.

Follow words with Select-to-speak

When you read text aloud using Select-to-speak with the Magnifier turned on, the Magnifier will now automatically follow the words as they are spoken. You can enable both Magnifier and Select-to-speak in your settings, and select your preferred zoom level using the keyboard shortcut (Ctrl + Alt + Brightness up or Ctrl + Alt + Brightness down). Then, select the text you want to read and press the Select-to-speak play button, or the keyboard shortcut (Everything button or key + S).

Change your cursor size or blink rate

Now you have options to adjust your mouse cursor size or text cursor blink rate, making it easier to follow the pointer or focus. If you have low vision or prefer a larger mouse cursor, you can adjust the mouse cursor size with a slider in settings. Additionally, if you prefer to avoid flashing imagery, you can turn off the blinking text cursor. Adjust the blink rate of your cursor in the Accessibility section in Settings.

Looking to make a switch?

Switching from Mac or Windows is as easy as logging in. In just three simple steps, you’ll find your files and photos ready to go on your new Chromebook.

View previous updates

May 2024

Chat with Gemini, write like a pro with 'Help me write', and try more Google AI features -- all on your Chromebook Plus. On all Chromebooks, check out new Google Task checklist integrations, create and send GIFs of your screen recordings, and more.

March 2024

Quickly share files between Chromebook and Android phones, switch between desks with a tap, and transform PDFs into text.

November 2023

Easily find and add gifs with just a tap, multitask with new Clipboard features, slow your battery's decline with Adaptive Charging, and more.

September 2023

Personalize your device with a new set of accent colors that match your wallpaper, select a shared Google Photos album for your wallpaper to rotate through, multitask across different window screen configurations, and more.