Chromebooks

Instructional Technology

Chromebooks are used by students in grades 1-12 districtwide. Included on this page are resources for common technology needs with using Chromebooks.

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Chromebook Simulator

Try out Google's Chromebook simulator to learn how to use a Chromebook through interactive tutorials. Topics include exploring the device, using apps like the camera, managing files, enabling accessibility features, keyboard shortcuts, updating the Chromebook, and more!

Chromebook Tech Tips

Chromebook Device Basics

Guardian's Guide to Chromebooks (PDF)

Update Your Chromebook

Your Chromebook automatically checks for and downloads updates when connected to Wi-Fi. Restart your Chromebook to apply the updates.

Reset Your Chromebook

If your Chromebook has all updates installed and is not performing properly, follow these instructions.

Locate an App on your Chromebook

Print from Your Chromebook

Accessibility Features

Accessing Internet with Chromebooks

Google Workspace on Chromebooks

Make a Copy of a Google File

Undo Changes in a Google File or Go Back to a Previous Version

Packing Up Google Files when Leaving DVUSD

DVUSD accounts in Google are disabled when leaving the district. To maintain access to work created and saved in your DVUSD Google account, use the Google Takeout service to download or transfer your data for access outside of the DVUSD Google account. You can export and download your data from the Google products you used in DVUSD, like files in Google Drive, your email, calendar, and more.

Pictures & Video with Chromebooks

Record a Video of Your Screen with Screen-Pal

Take a Picture of Your Chromebook Screen

A screen capture is a picture of your computer screen. To take a picture of your screen on a Chromebook, press and hold the Ctrl and Show Windows buttons on your keyboard. Open this tips sheet to learn how to take a picture of your screen on a Chromebook and how to troubleshoot if there is an error.

Take a Picture or Video with the Chromebook Camera

You can use the camera on your Chromebook to take photos or videos. Follow along with these steps for taking a picture with a Chromebook or watch this video to see the process in action. Check out these troubleshooting tips if you are encountering challenges with using the Chromebook camera.