Chrome OS has several keyboard shortcuts to help you navigate and perform various tasks more efficiently. Here are some common Chromebook keyboard shortcuts:
General Shortcuts:
- Ctrl + Alt + / (or Search key): Display keyboard shortcut reference.
- Ctrl + Shift + Q (twice): Sign out of your Google Account.
- Ctrl + Alt + T: Open the terminal (if Linux (Beta) is enabled).
- Ctrl + Shift + Esc: Open Task Manager.
Browser Shortcuts:
- Ctrl + T: Open a new browser tab.
- Ctrl + W: Close the current tab.
- Ctrl + Shift + T: Reopen the last closed tab.
- Ctrl + 1-8: Switch between open tabs.
- Ctrl + 9: Switch to the last tab.
Window Management:
- Alt + [: Dock a window on the left side.
- Alt + ]: Dock a window on the right side.
- Alt + /: Maximize or restore a window.
- Alt + -: Minimize a window.
- Alt + Shift + M: Toggle magnifier (if enabled in accessibility settings).
Virtual Desks:
- Search + ]: Create a new virtual desk.
- Search + [: Switch between virtual desks.
- Search + [1-9]: Go to the corresponding virtual desk.
Screen Capture:
- Ctrl + Switcher Key (or Ctrl + F5): Capture a screenshot.
- Ctrl + Shift + Switcher Key (or Ctrl + Shift + F5): Capture a partial screenshot.
Accessibility Shortcuts:
- Ctrl + Alt + Z: Enable or disable ChromeVox (screen reader).
- Ctrl + Alt + N: Enable or disable high contrast mode.
- Ctrl + Search + H: Enable or disable spoken feedback.
- Ctrl + Search + B: Enable or disable the screen magnifier.
Miscellaneous Shortcuts:
- Ctrl + Alt + L: Lock your Chromebook.
- Ctrl + Alt + M: Open the Files app.
- Ctrl + Alt + N: Open the Notifications Center.
These are just a selection of the many shortcuts available on Chrome OS. Feel free to explore and find the ones that best suit your needs!