- You can either use one of the computer's preset images, or download your own image to use as a desktop background.
- Here's how to change your background on a Chromebook , using either a preset image or a custom one.
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How to change your background on a Chromebook, using its default photos or one of your own
You can change the background on your Chromebook relatively easily, once you've familiarized yourself with the product a bit.
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Customizing your computer is part of the fun of getting a new device.
If you're new to Chromebook , however, getting used to the various quirks of the operating system can require a bit of effort, even for something as simple as changing your background.
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But once you familiarize yourself with the device, it's an easy enough task and should only take a few minutes to complete.
To get you started, here's what you need to know to change your background on a Chromebook :
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How to change your background on a Chromebook using the Wallpaper Picker
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There are two primary ways to select a new desktop background on a Chromebook using one of the images preloaded on your computer in the Wallpaper Picker or uploading one of your own images.
Here's how to use a photo from the Wallpaper Picker:
1. Right-click anywhere on your current desktop.
2. Select "Set wallpaper" this will prompt a window to pop-up on your screen.
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3. Click the image you want to use. You can use the left sidebar to select from different backgrounds like art, landscapes, or colors.
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And here's how to select your own image to use as a desktop background, provided you've already downloaded it onto your Chromebook :
How to change your desktop background on your Chromebook using your own image in the Files app
1. Click the button in the far-left bottom corner of the screen.
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2. Tap the up arrow to open it fully.
3. Select "Files."
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4. Under "Downloads" located in the left sidebar right-click on your custom image.
5. Click "Set as wallpaper."
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How to change background on Chromebook
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