Chromebooks have become increasingly popular due to their affordability and ease of use. However, for those who are used to a traditional keyboard layout, the on-screen keyboard on a Chromebook may take some getting used to. Luckily, Chromebooks allow you to change the on-screen keyboard layout to better suit your needs. In this article, we will discuss how to change the on-screen keyboard layout on a Chromebook.
Accessing the Keyboard Settings
To change the on-screen keyboard layout on a Chromebook, you will need to access the keyboard settings. To do this, click on the time in the bottom right corner of your screen. This will open the system menu. From there, click on the gear icon to access the settings.
Selecting the Keyboard Settings
In the settings menu, click on the “Device” tab on the left side of the screen. Then, click on the “Keyboard” option. This will bring up the keyboard settings.
Changing the Keyboard Layout
In the keyboard settings, you will see a section labeled “Input methods.” This is where you can change the keyboard layout. Click on the “Manage input methods” button to see the available options.
Adding a New Keyboard Layout
To add a new keyboard layout, click on the “Add” button in the top right corner of the screen. This will bring up a list of available keyboard layouts. Select the one you want to add and click “Add.”
Removing a Keyboard Layout
If you want to remove a keyboard layout, click on the “Remove” button next to the layout you want to remove. Keep in mind that you can only remove keyboard layouts that you have added yourself.
Changing the Default Keyboard Layout
To change the default keyboard layout, click on the “Set as default” button next to the layout you want to use as the default. This will make it the default layout for your Chromebook.
Switching Between Keyboard Layouts
Once you have multiple keyboard layouts added, you can easily switch between them by clicking on the keyboard icon in the bottom right corner of your screen. This will bring up a menu where you can select the layout you want to use.
Customizing Keyboard Shortcuts
In the keyboard settings, you can also customize keyboard shortcuts for various functions. This can be helpful for those who prefer to use keyboard shortcuts instead of the touchpad or mouse. Simply click on the “Customize shortcuts” button and select the function you want to assign a shortcut to.
By following these steps, you can easily change the on-screen keyboard layout on your Chromebook to better suit your needs. Whether you prefer a traditional layout or a different language, Chromebooks allow for easy customization of the on-screen keyboard. Have you tried changing your keyboard layout on a Chromebook? Let us know in the comments.
