Acer Chromebook USER’S MANUAL - GfK Etilize

Acer Chromebook 11USER’S MANUAL

2- 2017. All Rights Reserved.Acer Chromebook 11Covers: CB3-132This revision: December 2017Sign up for an Acer ID and enjoy great benefits1. Ensure you are connected to the Internet.2. Open www.acer.com and select your country.3. Select Support REGISTER A PRODUCT.4. Sign up for an Acer ID or sign in if you already have an Acer ID.Register your Acer productAfter we receive your product registration, you will be sent a confirmationemail with important data. Keep this email in a safe place.Manage your registered productsOnce you have completed the registration process, you can log ontoaccount.acer.com using your Acer ID and password to see and manageall your registered products.NoteIt may take a few days for your information to be updated to the database.ImportantThis manual contains proprietary information that is protected bycopyright laws. The information contained in this manual is subject tochange without notice. Images provided herein are for reference onlyand may contain information or features that do not apply to yourcomputer. Acer Group shall not be liable for technical or editorial errorsor omissions contained in this manual.Model number:Serial number:Date of purchase:Place of purchase:Google, Android, Google Play, YouTube and other marks are trademarks of Google LLC.

Table of contents - 3TABLEOF CONTENTSRegister your Acer product . 2Manage your registered products . 2Getting startedTurn on your Chromebook.Select your language settings .Connect to a network.4444Accept the Terms of Service. 4First-time sign-in . 4Create a new Google Account . 4Browse as a guest . 5Sign in to your Google Account . 5Your Acer Chromebook tour6Front view . 6Keyboard view . 7Function keys. 7Touchpad . 8Left side view. 9Right side view . 10Bottom view . 11The Chrome OS Desktop12Window controls . 12Shelf . 13Launcher . 13Pinned apps . 13Status area. 14Apps & extensions15Managing apps . 15Installing apps from the Chrome WebStore . 15Installing apps from the Google Play Store .16Removing apps from Chrome OS. 16Pin an app to the shelf . 16Unpin an app from the shelf. 16Google Drive . 17Difference between Drive and Files apps . 17Creating a new document . 17Sync files from Downloads to GoogleDrive. 17Enable offline access to Google Drive files 18Gmail . 19Composing an email . 19YouTube . 19Playing video or audio files . 19Other Supported File Types. 19Chrome OS tips and tricks21Documents. 21How to create documents . 21Finding your documents. 22How to share documents with other users 22How to start a video chat .How to listen to music.How to watch videos, TV, or movies.Working with Microsoft Office (Word,Excel, and Powerpoint) documents .23232324Open and edit Microsoft Office files usingGoogle’s office compatibility mode . 24Convert Microsoft Office files to GoogleDrive formats. 24Export Google Drive documents asMicrosoft Office files. 25Opening Microsoft Office files usingMicrosoft’s Office Online apps from theChrome Web Store or Google Play Store. 25How to use your Chromebook whenthere’s no internet . 26Gmail Offline . 26Google Drive . 26SettingsChanging the language settings .Changing the clock settings.Customizing appearance .28282829Customizing the wallpaper. 29Customizing the theme . 29Setting up a printer . 30Updating Chrome OS . 30Automatic update . 30Manual update . 30Resetting your Chromebook . 31Help32Online and offline help . 32

4 - Getting startedGETTINGSTARTEDTurn on your ChromebookOn the Chromebook, the power button is located at the top-rightcorner of the keyboard. A "welcome" screen will appear when theChromebook first boots up.Select your language settingsUse the "Select your language" drop-down list to choose your defaultlanguage setting. If there is more than one way to type in yourlanguage, you may be prompted to select a keyboard input method aswell.Connect to a networkSelect a network from the "Select a network" list to connect to theInternet. If network access is protected, you will need an accesspassword to connect to it.Accept the Terms of ServiceOnce connected to a network, accept the Terms of Service. YourChromebook will then download any available system updates, so youautomatically get the latest Chrome OS features.First-time sign-inCreate a new Google AccountYou 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 GoogleAccount gives you access to useful web services developed byGoogle, such as Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Calendar.

Getting started - 5Browse as a guestYou can also use the Chromebook without a Google Account byselecting Browse as a Guest.Sign in to your Google AccountIf you already have a Google Account, enter your username andpassword in the sign-in box that appears and select the Sign inbutton.Sign in to your ChromebookEnter your emailForgot email?More optionsNEXTBackImportantSign in with your primary Google Account. This account will be set asthe owner and is the only account that will be able to change certainChrome settings.

6 - Your Acer Chromebook tourYOUR ACER CHROMEBOOKTOURNow that you are done setting it up, let us show you around your newAcer Chromebook.Front icator4BatteryindicatorDescriptionInternal microphone for soundrecording.Web camera for videocommunication.A light next to the webcam indicatesthat the webcam is active.Displays computer outputIndicates the computer’s powerstatus.Indicates the computer’s batterystatus.Charging: The light shows amberwhen the battery is charging.Fully charged: The light shows bluewhen in AC mode.

Your Acer Chromebook tour - 7Keyboard view312#1Icon2ItemKeyboardDescriptionFor entering data into your computer.Touch-sensitive pointing devicewhich functions like a computermouse.Pressing down anywhere on the padTouchpad / clickfunctions like the left button of abuttonmouse.Pressing down anywhere with twofingers functions like the right buttonof a mouse.Power key3Turns the computer on and off.Function keysThe computer uses function keys or key combinations to access somehardware and software controls, such as screen brightness andvolume. The dedicated function keys each have a specific function.IconFunctionDescriptionPreviousGo to the previous page.NextGo to the next page.

8 - Your Acer Chromebook tourIconFunctionDescriptionReloadReload the current page.Full-screenOpen the page in full-screen mode.Next windowSwitch to the next window.Brightness downDecreases the screen brightness.Brightness upIncreases the screen brightness.MuteTurns off audio output.Volume downDecreases the volume.Volume upIncreases the volume.SearchSearch from the Apps panel.TouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement onits surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your fingersacross the surface of the touchpad.ActionClickGesturePress down on any part of the touchpad.Tapping the touchpad with two fingers or pressingTwo-finger tap (or (and holding) Alt on the keyboard and tapping thealt-click)touchpad with one finger both equal a "right-click"on a computer mouse.Place two fingers on the touchpad and moveTwo-finger swipe them up and down to scroll vertically, left and rightto scroll horizontally.Select the item you want to move with one finger.With a second finger, move the item. ReleaseDrag and dropboth fingers to drop the item. (This gesture worksfor files, not windows or icons.)

Your Acer Chromebook tour - 9Left side view1 2 3 45# IconItemDescription1DC-in jackConnects to an AC adapter.2HDMI port3USB port4SD card reader5SpeakerSupports high-definition digital videoconnections.Connects to USB devices.If a port is black it is USB 2.0compatible, if it is blue it is also USB3.0 compatible.Accepts Secure Digital (SD ) cards.Note: Push to remove/install thecard. The card reader uses one cardat a time.Delivers stereo audio output.

10 - Your Acer Chromebook tourRight side view1# Icon1ItemSpeaker2Headset/speakerjack3USB port4Kensington lockslot2 3 45DescriptionDelivers stereo audio output.Connects to audio devices(e.g., speakers, headphones), or aheadset with microphone.Connects to USB devices.If a port is black it is USB 2.0compatible, if it is blue it is also USB3.0 compatible.Connects to a Kensingtoncompatible security lock.

Your Acer Chromebook tour - 11Bottom view1# IconItem1SpeakersDescriptionLeft and right speakers deliver stereoaudio output.

12 - The Chrome OS DesktopTHE CHROME OS DESKTOPWindow controlsShelfWindow controls123845 6 79 10 11Number Description12345and Forwardin the current webGoes Backwardbrowsing sessions’s history (closing and reopening theChrome browser begins a new session). Select to Reloadthe current webpage.Closes a tab.Opens a new tab.Type a web address or perform an internet search in thissearch box (also known as the "omnibox").Minimizes the window into the desktop shelf.

The Chrome OS Desktop - 13Number DescriptionMaximizes the window to take up the entire screen. Clickagain to return window to previous position. Also, select6and rightarrow next to theand hold to display a lefticon. These neatly align the window to take up half the leftside of the screen or the right side, respectively.7Closes the entire window (tabs and all).Bookmark (save) webpage links to this quick-access area8called the "bookmarks bar".9Select to bookmark (save) a link to the currrent webpage.Select to use any enabled extensions you have installed in10Chrome from this extension list.11Select to customize and control Google Chrome.ShelfLauncherStatus areaApps pinned to shelfNoteSpecifications vary. Some icons may not be applicable to your Chromebook.LauncherSelect the Launcher icon to display the launcher page. This is thefastest way to search for something. Simply start typing to search theinternet, your bookmarks, any files you have stored in your GoogleDrive, and items in the Chrome Web Store.The Launcher page is also the place to access all your apps. Belowthe search box are your frequently-used apps. Simply select one toopen it. To see all apps you have installed, select All Apps.Pinned appsSee Pin an app to the shelf on page 16 and Unpin an app from theshelf on page 16 for more information.

14 - The Chrome OS DesktopStatus areaThe Status area enables you to see vital computer information at aglance, such as the time, Wi-Fi signal strength, and battery life. Tapthe Status area to display a box with more options.IconDescriptionIconDescriptionChrome OS helpShut downLock screenSettingsVolume controlWireless networkconnectionBluetooth statusBattery status

Apps & extensions - 15APPS &EXTENSIONSYou can enhance your Chromebook with extra web applications(Chrome apps, for short), features for the browser (also known asextensions) and apps designed for Android (Play Store apps).Chrome apps work like regular software programs for desktopcomputers, except they run entirely on the web. Extensions providecustom features and functionality for the Chrome browser. Androidapps, designed for Android mobile devices are supported onChromebooks. You can find Chrome apps and extensions through theChrome Web Store, and Android apps using the Google Play Store.Managing appsNoteCertain apps and browser extensions may not be available in all countriesand regions. The contents and design of the Chrome Web Store may vary byregion. Updates may add new categories or change how to navigate theChrome Web Store at any time.Installing apps from the Chrome Web Store1. Select the Launcher icon.2. Clickto select All Apps (or type "Web Store").3. Select Web Store.4. You can then browse through the app categories in the left columnor 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 thenselect ADD TO CHROME.6. A verification window will pop up, select Add to download and installthe app, or select Cancel.To open your new app, select the Launcher, then All Apps (or typethe name of your new app), and then select the app.