Latest Update
March 2023
Connect Bluetooth headphones quickly with Fast Pair, express your creativity with character pickers, explore more accessibility voice command options, and easily search for images in Chrome browser.
September 2022
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/.
Try new light and dark themes
Light and dark themes are now on Chromebooks! Light theme keeps things bright and airy, while dark theme can be helpful in low light. You can choose to keep your laptop on one theme all the time, or choose “auto” to have your Chromebook automatically transition from light to dark when day turns to night.
Personalize your Chromebook
Introducing one place to customize the look and feel of your laptop. On the Wallpaper & style app you can choose from dozens of unique wallpapers and screensavers, or use your own favorite pictures from Google Photos. Plus, choose whether you want your desktop in the new light or dark theme.
Annotate and edit PDFs
Now you can edit PDFs in Chromebook’s built-in Gallery app. Just open your PDF file, and you’ll have the option to fill out forms, highlight text, and add text annotations. And with free hand annotation you can add your signature to a document, then easily share the PDF through the app.
Check your calendar in a tap
When you tap on the date on your Chromebook shelf, a full monthly calendar will pop up. No need to open a new tab or app just to check which day of the week the 25th falls on. You can scroll through a few months, or select a specific date to see your Google Calendar events.
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
December 2022
Explore more productivity features in virtual desks, make movies on Google Photos, connect Bluetooth headphones quickly with Fast Pair, recover files with a tap in the Trash Folder, and more
June 2022
Connect headphones with a tap, see recent photos from your phone, try new magnification features, and explore new Pride themed wallpapers.
March 2022
New commands for voice text dictation, make GIFs using your Chromebook Camera, and change where your screen captures automatically save.
November 2021
Easily scan documents using your Chromebook camera, try new natural sounding voices for Select-to-speak, and quickly organize your tabs into different desks.
September 2021
Enjoy better video calls with Google Meet performance and feature updates, use the new picker to easily add emojis, personalize your desktop with new wallpapers, and more.
June 2021
Share files fast with Nearby Share, see answers automatically in Launcher, get notified with app badges, and more.
March 2021
Control your Android phone from your Chromebook, take the perfect screenshot, save time copying and pasting, and more.
September 2020
Change your cursor color, enable new select-to-speak improvements, connect easier to Wi-Fi, and more.
July 2020
Say hello to the Explore app, multitask across windows masterfully, play your favorite games, and more.
April 2020
Navigate easier in tablet mode, keep watching with Picture-in-Picture, stay connected with Instant Tethering, and more.
December 2019
Multitask with Virtual Desks, control media without unlocking, place a call from your Chromebook, and more.