Frequently asked questions - 13
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Chromebooks use apps from the Google Play
Store and on the web, instead of traditional
software applications. There are apps to be
productive, get creative, enjoy movies and
shows, play games and more.
What software works
on a Chromebook?
Download Chromebook apps from the Google
How do I get more
apps?
Play Store app
Launcher icon
. Find the app by clicking the
and searching “Play Store”.
Chromebooks work with Microsoft® Word,
Excel® and PowerPoint®. You can download
the apps from the Google Play Store or use
them on the web.
*Additional functionality available with a
Microsoft 365 subscription. Microsoft, Excel
and PowerPoint are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
Can I use Microsoft
Office software?
All your files are stored in the Files app
.
Where can I find my
files?
Find the app by clicking the Launcher icon
and searching “Files”.
Transfer your local files using a compatible
How do I transfer my storage device. Your Chromebook works with
local files?
most external storage devices (e.g.: USB
thumb drives, removable hard drives).
You’ll use your Google Account to sign in to
your Chromebook. It is the same account you
Why does my
Chromebook need use for Google services such as Gmail and
my Google Account Drive. Your Chromebook uses your account
information?
information to automatically sign you into apps
and services.