Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13K User Manual

4041Chapter 2 
Using the computer
Battery
Measuring the Remaining Battery Charge
To check the remaining capacity of the battery, click the battery 
icon on the bottom- right of the screen.
Battery Usage Time Information
A battery is an expendable supply, so when using it over a long 
time, the capacity/battery life is shortened. If the battery life is 
reduced to under half of its initial time, we recommend purchasing 
a new battery.
When not using the battery for a long time, store the battery after...

All about Chrome OS 43
Get on the web  45
Discover web apps  47
FAQ  48
Recovery (Optional)  49
Chapter 3.  
Chrome OS  

43Chapter 3 
Chrome OS
All about Chrome OS
Your Chromebook runs the Chrome operating system that’s built 
and optimized for the web. Using your Chromebook is as easy as 
surfing the web.  
Zero to web in 10 seconds. 
• 
Chromebooks start in 10 seconds and resume instantly 
from sleep mode. Your favorite websites load quickly and 
run smoothly, with full support for the latest web standards 
and Adobe Flash. The best part: Chromebooks not only stay 
fast, but are designed to get faster over time as...

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Chrome OS
All about Chrome OS
Usage Precautions
Some functions and screenshots are subject to change 
• 
depending on the Chrome version.
To sign-in, you need a Google account. If you do not have a 
• 
Google account, you can create one or connect with a guest 
account. Some functions may not be available when signed in 
as a guest.
You may experience limitations using the product under the 
• 
following circumstances. Please refer to the link.
-  When reading from or writing to external...

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Chrome OS
Get on the web
Logging in with your Google account
You can log into the Chromebook with your Google account. 
If you log in with your Google account, you can conveniently use 
Google services such as Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Docs 
and so on. In addition, since your saved bookmarks and browser 
settings are saved in the Google account, you can use the same 
settings even on another Chromebook.
1
  Enter the email address and the password that are used for 
your Google...

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Chrome OS
Get on the web
The browsing interface
Once you’re signed in, you’re instantly on the web. Here’s a quick 
overview of the interface you’ll see:
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3 4
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Menu Function
1 Resizing 
button Minimize the window or move it to the left or 
right.
2 New tab 
button Click to see your apps and most visited sites.
3 Navigation 
buttons Go back, forward, or reload your page.
4 Address bar Search or enter a web address.
5 Bookmark Bookmark the page.
6 Setting Click to adjust your browser...

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Chrome OS
Discover web apps
Want to edit a photo, listen to music, or play games in your 
browsers? The Chrome Web Store offers a wide range of apps, 
extensions, and themes that you can use to customize your 
browser.  
Apps
•   can offer powerful functionality that you’d expect from 
desktop programs. 
Extensions
•   are custom features and functionality that you can 
add to the browser. 
Themes
•   change the skin of the browser, to give it a bit more 
style and flair.  
Items you...

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Chrome OS
FAQ
Q1
How can I print on a Chromebook?
A Chromebook supports the Google Cloud Print service for 
printing.
  If the printer supports cloud printing, you can print without 
connecting the Chromebook and the printer. Also, you don’t 
need to install the printer driver on the Chromebook.
  For more information about the Google Cloud Printing 
service, please refer to http://www.google.com/cloudprint. 

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Recovery (Optional)
Using the Recovery function, you can restore your computer 
when a problem occurs with your computer. You can restore your 
computer after creating an update image and using a USB flash 
drive. For more information, refer to the Chrome OS Help.  
(www.google.com/support/chromeos)
If you restore the Chromebook using a restore image, all the 
data saved on the  Chromebook will be deleted.
Performing the Update from a USB Flash Drive
1
  Save the recovery image...

Chapter 4.  
Appendix
Important Safety Information 51
Replacement Parts and Accessories  53
Regulatory Compliance Statements  55
WEEE Symbol Information  70
Samsung Packaging Take-Back Program  71
Product Specifications  72