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By default, Google Chrome is set to use [[Wikipedia:Hardware Acceleration|hardware acceleration]]. In some cases this will cause Chrome to run slower. This guide will explain how to turn off hardware acceleration for Chrome.
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This is a detailed guide for librarians when checking chromebooks in and out, along with procedures for any complications with the process.
  
==Steps to Turn Off Hardware Acceleration==
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==When Checking in a Chromebook for Repair==
 
===Step 1===
 
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After opening google chrome, click the three dots:
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Fill out the "Chromebook Repair Form" and tape it to the chromebook.
  
 
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Revision as of 09:36, 13 April 2022

This is a detailed guide for librarians when checking chromebooks in and out, along with procedures for any complications with the process.

When Checking in a Chromebook for Repair

Step 1

Fill out the "Chromebook Repair Form" and tape it to the chromebook.

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Step 2

Click Settings:

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Step 3

In the search bar where it says, “Search Settings”, type “hardware”:

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Step 4

Turn off the following:
Continue running background apps when Google Chrome is closed
Use hardware acceleration when available

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Step 5

Click “Relaunch” to restart Chrome:

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Chrome Should Now Be Running Smoothly