Google’s Chromebook Simulator is an animated and interactive simulation inside of your browser that you can use to learn more about how to navigate Chrome OS. It offers numerous step-by-step tutorials to help you get acquainted with the operating system.
Why Use Google’s Chromebook Simulator?
Google’s simulator is intended for people who have recently bought a new Chromebook—or are looking to buy one—and want to get accustomed to Chrome OS. It provides tutorials that explain basic features and functionality through an interactive interface with a step-by-step walkthrough.
The guides in the simulator are easy to follow along with and only proceed when you’re ready to go forward. Some of the guides have you click the simulated desktop to get to the next step while others require you to click the “Next” button to proceed.
Some of the topics covered in the simulator include browse as a guest, add an account, use the touchpad, install Android apps, and update your Chromebook.
How to Use the Chromebook Simulator
To get started using the Chromebook simulator, fire up your browser, and head to the simulator’s homepage.
From here, you can use the panel on the left to browse through the categories for a guide or click on one of the “Popular Topics” at the bottom of the page. You can even use the search bar to find what you want from the topics covered.
When you find the topic you were looking for, click on it to start the tutorial.
