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Chromebooks/ Desktop and Chrome Browser
How do I use voice typing in Google Docs?
In Google Docs, click Tools > Voice typing.
Enable your microphone if it is not already on using the pop up or click the lock in the address bar
When you're ready, click the microphone box that appears and speak.
Add punctuation to your text by saying the following:
Period
Comma
Exclamation point
Question mark
New line
New paragraph
Correct mistake by moving your cursor or using Select Text commands
Use Format commands like:
Bold
Italics
Underline
Title case
Decrease font size
Decrease indent
Increase indent
Align center
...and many more!
Learn more here
How do I print to the copy machine?
From your desktop or chromebook, select Print
Select the destination SecurePrint on 92-UNIFLOW
Use your badge to scan into the copy machine. If your badge has not been set up yet, after you scan, click AD Login and sign in using your desktop credentials.
Check out this document for more info!
How do I scan a QR code on my chromebook?
lick the launcher
Search for camera
Switch to Scan, then QR
Hold the QR code in front of the camera
Select the floating link when it appears
See a sample here
How do I clear my cache?
You may want to clear your cache and cookies if you are having trouble loading or refreshing a page, or a site is not performing the way it should.
1. Click 3 dots in browser
2. Choose Settings
3. Click the Privacy and security tab on the left.
4. Click Delete data
How do I create a qr code for my Google Slide?
In Chrome, click the 3 dots in the top right corner.
From the menu, select Save & Share
Click Create QR Code
How do I embed a Youtube video without advertisements?
Open the link you want to share
Click the 3 dots in the top right corner of the Chrome Browser
Click Save and Share
Click Create QR Code
Download or copy and paste the qr code into a document
How do teachers and students sign into a Chromebook?
Teachers: In the bottom right corner of the opening screen, click "Enter Google Account Info." Then enter your email address and Google password.
Grades K-3 Students: Click on the QR Code icon and scan your provided QR Code.
Grades 4-12 Students: On the blue Classlink window, click "Sign in with Google." Type in their email address and Google password following the format below.
How do I reopen a closed tab?
Options:
Use Ctrl + Shift + T. Each time you hit it, it will bring back previously closed tabs.
Right click on the tab menu bar. Select Reopen closed tabs.
Use the dropdown arrow in the top right of the browser. Scroll down to Recently Closed
How do I remove or disable an extension?
Steps:
In the top right corner of your browser, click on the puzzle piece.
Click Manage Extensions at the bottom of the drop down.
Use the toggle to turn off the extension, but keep it on your Chrome.
Click Remove to remove the extension from your Chrome.
I have so many bookmarks, I have trouble finding the one I’m looking for. How can I organize them?
Open the bookmark manager (ctrl + shift + O) to try out some of these suggestions:
Delete the text from your bookmark name and use the site icon.
Organize your bookmarks in alphabetical order
Organize your bookmarks by usage
Group your bookmarks in folders
Or, use the side panel icon next to the extensions puzzle piece to view all bookmarks at the same time.
Can I bookmark multiple tabs at the same time?
Yes, this is great to use when you have to close out of your browser and need to come back to the same tabs another time.
To bookmark all bookmarks in one window, press Ctrl + Shift + D to create a bookmark folder. Then, type the name of the folder and select a location for the folder.
How do I reset my PC login?
From the Classlink login screen, click "Help, I forgot my password" and enter your username (first initial last name)
I’m missing my bookmarks. How do I access them?
Check that you are signed into the Chrome Browser, not just Google Drive. Look in the top right corner of your browser, underneath the X. Is your initial or Google icon there? Click on it. Click Turn on Sync.
How do I update my Chrome browser?
On your computer, open Chrome.
At the top right, click More More.
Click Help and then About Google Chrome.
Click Update Google Chrome.
Important: If you can't find this button, you're on the latest version.
Click Relaunch.
Learn more here.
How do I take a screenshot on my desktop?
Use the keyboard shortcut Windows + Shift + S to click and drag a specific area to take screenshot. This can be pasted into a document using Ctrl + V.
Search for Snipping Tool in the search bar in the bottom left of your screen. Once open, you can pin this to your taskbar by right-clicking on the icon. When you're ready, click Mode and New. Check out the Delay feature to give yourself extra time to set up your screen before the snip is take.
BenQ Board
BenQ Board
My BenQ and desktop are not displaying the same screen. How do I fix this?
If you are seeing your windows on one screen and a blue background on the other, you'll need to change the display. Open display options in desktop settings and select Duplicate these displays. You can also use the keyboard shortcut Windows logo + Shift + P and select Duplicate screen.
Can I display different screens on my desktop and my BenQ?
Yes. Open display options in desktop settings and select Extend this displays. Determine if you'd like your desktop or your BenQ to be your main display. You can also use the keyboard shortcut Windows logo + Shift + P and select Extended screen.
How do I wirelessly cast my Chromebook onto my BenQ board?
Option 1: While in a chrome browser, click on the 3 dots in the top right corner. Then, select Cast and choose the board's name. Use the Source drop down menu to choose if you'd like to display the entire screen, a tab, or a window. If Confirm Before Mirroring is turned on on the board, you'll need to accept it before you can display your screen.
Option 2: Download the InstaShare app from the Chrome Web store. Open the app, name your device, and select which board you'd like to cast to. There will be 2 option - Screen Mirror and Start Casting. Mirror Screen will display the board on your chromebook. Start Casting will display your chromebook's screen on the board. If Confirm Before Mirroring is turned on on the board, you'll need to accept it before you can display your screen. Watch this video to learn more.
Somebody’s screen appeared on my BenQ board! How do I prevent that from happening again?
On your board, open the input menu and select InstaShare. Then, open the settings in the bottom corner on the next window. Toggle on Confirm before mirroring. Once on, you will have the choice to accept or deny devices that try to cast to your board. Use these instructions for more guidance.
How do I take a screenshot on my chromebook?
Use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Alt + Show windows
Learn more here.
Tools
Tools
How can I monitor what my students are viewing on their Chromebooks?
Lightspeed, which is found in your Launchpad, allows you to monitor your students' browsing apply web browsing rules. Students are pulled in by your Google Classrooms.
Learn more here.
How to quickly scan for plagiarism (originality check)?
Teachers: When creating an assignment in Google Classroom, check the "Check Plagiarism (originality)". After an assignment is turned in, you can view the assignment to see the Originality Report.
Students: If Originality reports were turned on, click Run underneath your assignment. You are limited to 3 reports per assignment. Once it is ready, you can view the report to see if there are any flags. Flagged text will be highlighted and web matches will be listed on the right.
How can I view Google Slides in edit mode without seeing the thumbnails?
If you'd like to continue to edit your slide or move objects during a lesson, it is helpful to display to slide in Fullscreen for the best view. In order to do so, uncheck filmstrip and speaker notes. Then, choose Full screen in the View drop down menu.
How can I quickly search a page for a specific word or phrase?
On your keyboard hit Ctrl + F. Use the up and down arrows to navigate to each occurrence.
In a Google Doc, use Ctrl + H to find and replace words or phrases.
How do I archive my Google Classroom?
Open all Classes
While viewing all classes, click on the 3 dots in the top right corner or the desired class.
Click Archive
What happens when I archive a class?
Archiving a class causes it to be archived for all participants. It will no longer show up for students or co-teachers to open.
Archived classes can't be modified by teachers or students unless they are restored.
This class will move to your Archived classes. Class files will remain in Google Drive.
How can I restore my Google Classroom?
Click on the 3 lines in the left corner
Scroll to the bottom and click on Archived classes
Click the 3 dots and choose Restore
Restoring your archived Google Classrooms makes it active again and returns it to the “Classes” menu. All students and co-teachers that were in the class will be able to access it again.
All posts will be available to view and edit in the restored class.
I don’t want to restart my Google Classroom all over for my new class. What can I do?
Option 1 (Recommended)
Refer to your old Google Classroom as your "planbook" and reuse posts from it in your new Classroom as they are needed.
In your new/current Google Classroom, go to the Classwork tab and click + Create.
Select Reuse post
Choose the desired Classroom for your list of classes.
Select the needed assignment, question, or material.
Option 2
Copy your old Google Classroom. Copying an archived class allows you to reuse all posts and topics from that old classroom in your new classrooms. Students will not be added to the copied classroom. All posts are created as drafts and can be edited, posted, or removed as you choose.
Click on the 3 lines
Scroll to the bottom and click on Archived classes
Find the desired class and click on the 3 dots
Choose Copy
Fill in the necessary information for your new Google Classroom
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