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How do I get started with my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
To get started with your ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN, follow these steps:
1. Turn on your Chromebook: The power button is located on the left hand side of the notebook. A “Welcome” screen will appear when the Chromebook first boots up.
2. Select your language settings: Use the “Language” drop-down list to choose your default language. If there is more than one way to type in your language, you may be prompted to select a keyboard input method as well.
3. Connect to a network: Select a network from the “Connect to network” list to connect to the Internet. If network access is protected, you will need an access password to connect to it.
4. Accept the Terms of Service: Once connected to a network, accept the Terms of Service. Your Chromebook will then download any available system updates, so you automatically get the latest Chrome OS features.
5. First-time sign-in: You have several options for signing in.
– Create a new Google™ Account: You can create a new Google Account if you don’t already have one. Select “Create a Google Account” to set up a new account. A Google Account gives you access to useful web services developed by Google, such as Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Calendar.
– Browse as a guest: You can also use the Chromebook without a Google Account by selecting “Browse as a Guest”.
– Sign in to your Google Account: If you already have a Google Account, enter your username and password in the sign-in box that appears and select the “Sign in” button. It is important to sign in with your primary Google Account, as this account will be set as the owner and is the only account that will be able to change certain Chrome settings.
What are the components on the front of my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
| # | Item | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Microphone | Internal microphone for sound recording. |
| 2 | Touchscreen | Displays computer output, supports multi-touch input. |
| 3 | Webcam | Web camera for video communication. A light next to the webcam indicates that the webcam is active. |
What are the main components of the keyboard area on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
| # | Item | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Webcam (select products only) | Web camera to take pictures and shoot videos. |
| 2 | Keyboard | For entering data into your computer. |
| 3 | Touchpad/click button | Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. Pressing down anywhere on the pad functions like the left button of a mouse. Pressing down anywhere with two fingers functions like the right button of a mouse. |
What do the function keys do on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
The dedicated function keys on your ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN each have a specific function to control hardware and software features.
| Icon | Function | Description |
|---|---|---|
| ← | Previous | Go to the previous page. |
| → | Next | Go to the next page. |
| C | Reload | Reload the current page. |
| [ ] | Full-screen | Open the page in full-screen mode. |
| [[]] | Next window | Switch to the next window. |
| ☀- | Brightness down | Decreases the screen brightness. |
| ☀+ | Brightness up | Increases the screen brightness. |
| 🔇 | Mute | Turns off audio output. |
| 🔉- | Volume down | Decreases the volume. |
| 🔊+ | Volume up | Increases the volume. |
| 🔒 | Lock screen | Locks the screen. |
| 🔍 | Search | Search from the Apps panel. |
How do I use the touchpad on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
The built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. Here are the gestures you can use:
| Action | Gesture |
|---|---|
| Click | Press down on any part of the touchpad. |
| Two-finger tap (or alt-click) | Tapping the touchpad with two fingers or pressing (and holding) Alt on the keyboard and tapping the touchpad with one finger both equal a “right-click” on a computer mouse. |
| Two-finger swipe | Place two fingers on the touchpad and move them up and down to scroll vertically, left and right to scroll horizontally. |
| Drag and drop | Select the item you want to move with one finger. With a second finger, move the item. Release both fingers to drop the item. (This gesture works for files, not windows or icons.) |
What are the ports and buttons on the left side of my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
| # | Item | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Power button | Turns the computer on and off. |
| 2 | Battery indicator | Indicates the computer’s battery status. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. |
| 3 | USB Type-C port with DC-in | Connects to the provided USB Type-C power adapter and to USB devices with a USB Type-C connector. Supports DisplayPort™ over USB-C™. |
| 4 | USB port | Connects to USB devices. |
| 5 | MicroSD card slot | Insert a microSD card into this slot. |
| 6 | Headset/speaker jack | Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones), or a headset with microphone. |
| 7 | Stylus pen (select products only) | Remove the pen from the slot and perform touch actions on the screen. To store the pen, push it back into the slot until you hear an audible click. |
What are the ports and controls on the right side of my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
| # | Item | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Volume control key | Adjusts the system volume. |
| 2 | USB port | Connects to USB devices. |
| 3 | USB Type-C port with DC-in | Connects to the provided USB Type-C power adapter and to USB devices with a USB Type-C connector. Supports DisplayPort™ over USB-C™. |
| 4 | Kensington lock slot | Connects to a Kensington-compatible security lock. |
What should I know about the USB ports on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
USB 3.1 Gen 1 information
• USB 3.1 Gen 1 compatible ports are blue.
• Compatible with USB 3.1 Gen 1 and earlier devices.
• For optimal performance, use USB 3.1 Gen 1-certified devices.
• Defined by the USB 3.1 Gen 1 specification (SuperSpeed USB).
USB Type-C information
• USB 3.1 Gen 1 with transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.
• Supports DisplayPort™ audio/video output.
• Delivers up to 3 A at 5 V DC for USB charging.
• DC-in: requires power adapter or power source providing 45 W at 12/18~20 V. For optimal performance, please use a certified Acer power adapter or USB Power Delivery device.
What are the features on the bottom of my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
| # | Item | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Speakers | Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. |
| 2 | Stylus slot (select products only) | Holds the stylus pen. |
How do I use the window controls in the Chrome OS Desktop on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
| Number | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Goes Backward and Forward in the current web browsing sessions’s history (closing and reopening the Chrome browser begins a new session). Select to Reload the current webpage. |
| 2 | Closes a tab. |
| 3 | Opens a new tab. |
| 4 | Type a web address or perform an internet search in this search box (also known as the “omnibox”). |
| 5 | Minimizes the window into the desktop shelf. |
| 6 | Maximizes the window to take up the entire screen. Click again to return window to previous position. Also, select and hold to display a left and right arrow next to the icon. These neatly align the window to take up half the left side of the screen or the right side, respectively. |
| 7 | Closes the entire window (tabs and all). |
| 8 | Bookmark (save) webpage links to this quick-access area called the “bookmarks bar”. |
| 9 | Select to bookmark (save) a link to the current webpage. |
| 10 | Select to use any enabled extensions you have installed in Chrome from this extension list. |
| 11 | Select to customize and control Google Chrome. |
What is the Launcher and how do I use it on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
Select the Launcher icon to display the launcher page. This is the fastest way to search for something. Simply start typing to search the internet, your bookmarks, any files you have stored in your Google Drive, and items in the Web Store.
The Launcher page is also the place to access all your apps. Below the search box are your frequently-used apps. Simply select one to open it. To see all apps you have installed, select the up-arrow icon.
How do I manage pinned apps on the shelf of my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
To pin an app to the shelf:
1. Select the Launcher icon.
2. Click the up-arrow icon to select All Apps (or type the name of the desired app).
3. Locate and two-finger tap the desired app icon.
4. Select Pin to shelf.
To reorder the apps on the shelf, just drag them around.
To unpin an app from the shelf:
1. Locate and two-finger tap the desired app icon from the shelf.
2. Select Unpin.
How do I use the stylus and its tools on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
To remove the stylus pen, pull the pen from the slot and perform touch actions on the screen. To store the pen, push it back into the slot until you hear an audible click.
Tap the stylus pen on your screen to activate the pen. Then tap the Stylus icon located to the left of notification icon to open the Stylus tools. The dedicated stylus tools have a specific function.
| Icon | Function | Description |
|---|---|---|
| [ ] | Capture region | Takes a partial screenshot. |
| [ ] | Capture screen | Takes a full page screenshot. |
| + | Create note | Opens Google Keep and creates a new note. |
| / | Laser pointer | Use the pen as a laser pointing device. Touches the screen with red laser dot. |
| magnifying glass | Magnifying glass | Magnifies a selected area. |
What information is available in the Status area on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
The Status area enables you to see vital computer information at a glance, such as the time, Wi-Fi signal strength, and battery life. Tap the Status area to display a box with more options and icons.
| Icon | Description | Icon | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell with slash | Notifications | Power symbol | Shut down |
| Lock | Lock screen | Gear | Settings |
| Speaker | Volume control | Wi-Fi signal | Wireless network connection |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth status | Battery | Battery status |
| Moon | Night light | Keyboard | Keyboard |
| Sun | Brightness control |
How can I install apps from the Chrome Web Store on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
1. Select the Launcher icon.
2. Click the up-arrow to select All Apps (or type “Web Store”).
3. Select Web Store.
4. You can then browse through the app categories in the left column or search for a specific type of app using the search box.
5. When you find an app that you would like to add, select it and then select Add to Chrome.
6. A verification window will pop up, select Add to download and install the app, or select Cancel.
To open your new app, select the Launcher, then All Apps (or type the name of your new app), and then select the app.
How do I install apps from the Google Play Store on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
1. Select the Launcher icon.
2. Click the up-arrow to select All Apps (or type “Play Store”).
3. Select Play Store.
4. You can browse apps by category or search for an app by keyword.
5. Select an app to view more information.
6. Select INSTALL to download apps.
Downloaded apps will be installed in the Launcher. If you cannot find the apps, select All Apps from the Launcher.
How do I remove apps from my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
1. Select the Launcher icon.
2. Click the up-arrow to select All Apps (or type the name of the desired app).
3. Two-finger tap on the app you want to remove. For more information see Touchpad gestures.
4. Select Uninstall.
Note: Some apps such as the Chrome web browser cannot be uninstalled.
How do I create a new document on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
You can create new documents using two methods:
Method 1: Using Google Drive
1. From the Apps list, select the Google Drive icon.
2. Select New and select the type of document you want to create.
Method 2: Using the Launcher
1. Press the Search key on your keyboard or select the Launcher icon.
2. Click the up-arrow to select All Apps (or type “Google Docs”, “Google Sheets”, or “Google Slides” depending on the type of document you want to create).
3. Select Google Docs, Google Sheets, or Google Slides.
You can then add text, insert images, and format your document.
How do I sync files from the Downloads folder to Google Drive on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
1. Select the Launcher icon.
2. Click the up-arrow to select All Apps (or type “Files”).
3. Select the Files icon.
4. Select the files that you want to upload from the Downloads section.
5. Drag-and-drop the files to My Drive.
How can I enable offline access to my Google Drive files on the ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
You can access files stored on your Google Drive while offline, but first you must enable offline access:
1. Select the Launcher icon.
2. Click the up-arrow to select All Apps (or type “Files”).
3. Select the Files icon and then select My Drive.
4. Select the file(s) you want to access offline.
5. Two-finger tap to bring up the context sensitive menu and select Available offline.
How do I compose and send an email using Gmail on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
1. Select the Launcher icon.
2. Click the up-arrow to select All Apps (or type “Gmail”).
3. Select the Gmail icon and then Compose.
4. Enter the recipient’s email address, the subject, and the message.
5. When you are finished composing your message, select Send.
What file types does my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN support for playback and viewing?
Your Chromebook supports a number of file formats. To play a media file, double-click on it in your Files app.
| Media type | Supported formats |
|---|---|
| Audio / Video | .3gp, .avi, .mov, .mp4, .m4v, .m4a, .mp3, .mkv, .ogv, .ogm, .ogg, .oga, .webm, .wav |
Other Supported File Types
| File type | Supported formats |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Office files | .doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt (read-only), .pptx (read-only) |
| Images | .bmp, .gif, .jpg, .jpeg, .png, .webp |
| Compressed | .zip, .rar |
| Other | .txt, .pdf (read-only) |
How do I find documents I’ve created on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
All documents you create are saved to your Google Drive. To find your documents, do the following:
1. Select the Launcher icon.
2. Click the up-arrow to select All Apps (or type “Google Drive”).
3. Select the Google Drive icon.
4. Select My Drive (or whatever sub-folder you’ve created to put your files in).
Since your files are saved in Google Drive, they are saved online and available anywhere you have internet access. To access your files from any internet-connected computer do the following:
1. Open the computer’s web browser.
2. Navigate to the Google Drive web address.
3. Login using your Google account username and password.
4. Select My Drive (or whatever folder you’ve created to put your files in).
How can I share documents with other users from my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
1. Select SHARE in the upper right corner of your document.
2. Add people by typing in their email address. The sharing option works with your Gmail contacts, so as you type your email contacts appear for you to quickly select.
3. After you select Done, they’ll receive an email letting them know a document has been shared with them.
How do I start a video chat using Google Hangouts on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
To make a Hangouts video call, do the following:
1. Press the Search key on your keyboard or select the Launcher icon.
2. Click the up-arrow to select All Apps (or type “Hangouts”).
3. Select the Hangouts call icon.
4. Type in the name or email address of a person.
5. Select the Invite button to start your Hangouts.
How can I listen to music on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
You can listen to music using Google Play Music:
1. Press the Search key on your keyboard or select the Launcher icon.
2. Click the up-arrow to select All Apps (or type “Play Music”).
3. Select Play Music.
To listen to streaming music, you can also download streaming apps like Pandora, Spotify, Rdio, Deezer and more from the Chrome™ Web Store or Google Play Store.
How do I watch videos, TV, or movies on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
1. Press the Search key on your keyboard or select the Launcher icon.
2. Click the up-arrow to select All Apps and select one of the following options:
a. Select YouTube to view user-uploaded videos.
b. Select Play Movies to watch movies and TV shows you love.
c. To find more entertainment apps like Netflix, Flixster, and more, select Web Store or Play Store. Then, search for “Netflix” or other entertainment apps.
How can I work with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) documents on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
Open and edit Microsoft Office files using Google’s office compatibility mode:
1. Press the Search key or select the Launcher icon.
2. Click the up-arrow to select All Apps (or type “Files”).
3. Select the Files icon.
4. Double-click on any Microsoft Office file stored in Google Drive or on an external hard drive or USB flash drive. Google Chrome automatically opens and enables limited editing.
Convert Microsoft Office files to Google Drive formats:
1. Press the Search key or select the Launcher icon.
2. Click the up-arrow to select All Apps (or type “Files”).
3. Select the Files icon.
4. Double-click on any Microsoft Office file.
5. Select File > Save as Google Docs, Slides, or Sheets.
Export Google Drive documents as Microsoft Office files:
1. Press the Search key or select the Launcher icon.
2. Click the up-arrow to select All Apps (or type “Docs”).
3. Select Google Docs, Sheets, or Slides.
4. After creating the content, select File > Download as and select the type of format you want to save as.
5. The file is saved to the download section of the Files app.
How do I use my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN when there’s no internet?
The Chrome Web Store contains useful offline apps. You can filter your app search by selecting the “Runs Offline” checkbox. A few pre-installed options are described below:
Gmail Offline:
1. Press the Search key or select the Launcher icon.
2. Click the up-arrow to select All Apps (or type “Gmail Offline”).
3. Select the Gmail Offline icon.
4. Use the app like you normally would. It will update and send your emails the next time you log on to the internet. Note: The first time you use Gmail Offline you MUST be connected to the internet to enable offline viewing.
Google Drive (Offline):
1. Press the Search key or select the Launcher icon.
2. Click the up-arrow to select All Apps (or type “Google Drive”).
3. Select the Google Drive icon.
4. Open a Google document you have already created or create a new one. The offline icon will display next to the file name. Any changes you make are saved locally and will sync the next time you connect to the internet and access Google Drive.
To enable offline access to file types other than Google documents, you must first set them to be available offline while you have an internet connection.
How do I access and change settings on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
1. Select the Status area of the shelf in the lower-right corner of the screen.
2. Select the Settings (gear) icon.
3. To show the advanced settings, scroll to the bottom and select Advanced.
How can I change the language settings on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
1. Select the Status area of the shelf in the lower-right corner of the screen.
2. Select the Settings (gear) icon.
3. Select Advanced.
4. Scroll down and select Language in the Languages and input section.
5. Select Add languages to add additional languages.
6. To enable a language for keyboard input, under Input Method select the checkbox next to your desired input method.
7. Select Add when finished.
How do I change the clock settings on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
You can change the time format and time zone. If the date or time is incorrect, try adjusting the time zone.
1. Select the Status area of the shelf in the lower-right corner of the screen.
2. Select the Settings (gear) icon.
3. Select Advanced.
4. In the Date and time section, select the desired time zone from the drop down box.
How do I customize the appearance (wallpaper and theme) of my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
Customizing the wallpaper:
1. Select the Status area of the shelf in the lower-right corner of the screen.
2. Select the Settings (gear) icon.
3. In the Appearance section, select Wallpaper.
4. To pick your own wallpaper, select My Images. To pick a Chrome wallpaper, you can browse through the categories in the left column and click an image. You can also choose Daily Refresh to set your wallpaper to cycle through random order daily.
Customizing the theme:
1. Select the Status area of the shelf in the lower-right corner of the screen.
2. Select the Settings (gear) icon.
3. In the Appearance section, select Browser themes.
4. You’ll be taken to the Chrome Web Store, where you can find extra resources for the Chrome browser.
5. Once you find a theme that you’d like to try out, select it and then select Add to Chrome.
How do I set up a printer with my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
You can use the Google Cloud Print service to send print requests to many types of traditional cabled printer and wireless “cloud ready” printers; however, not all printers are supported.
To learn more about Google Cloud Print and how to set up your printer, reference Chromebook Help. To access Chromebook Help, do the following:
1. Press the Search key on your keyboard or select the Launcher icon.
2. Click the up-arrow to select All Apps (or type “Get Help”).
3. Select the Get Help (?) icon.
4. Select Printing.
How do I update Chrome OS on my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
Automatic update:
Each time you turn on your Chromebook, it automatically checks for updates. When an update is available, an update icon will appear as a notification in the status area. To apply the update:
1. Select the Status area of the shelf in the lower-right corner of the screen.
2. Select RESTART TO UPDATE.
3. Your Chromebook will shutdown and automatically restart, with the update applied.
Manual update:
To manually check for an update or check what version of Chrome OS you are using:
1. Select the Status area of the shelf in the lower-right corner of the screen.
2. Select the Settings (gear) icon.
3. Select About Chrome OS from settings at the top left corner.
4. In the dialog that opens, select Check for updates. If any updates are available, they will be displayed on the page.
How do I reset (Powerwash) my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
Completely resetting your Chromebook is known as “Powerwashing”, which is a factory reset. Powerwashing your Chromebook will remove all local settings, data, and programs from your hard drive. It is important to back up any data on your hard drive that is not saved online by moving it to Google Drive and waiting for it to sync.
To powerwash your Chromebook, do the following:
1. Select the Status area of the shelf in the lower-right corner of the screen.
2. Select the Settings (gear) icon.
3. Select Advanced.
4. In the Reset settings section, select Powerwash.
5. Select Restart.
How can I get help for my ACER CHROMEBOOK SPIN 511 R752TN?
Additional help is available both online and offline. Chromebook Help is installed on your Chromebook and doesn’t require internet access. It covers basic troubleshooting as well as more detailed information about Chrome OS.
To access Chromebook Help, do the following:
1. Press the Search key on your keyboard or select the Launcher icon.
2. Click the up-arrow to select All Apps (or type “Get Help”).
3. Select the Get Help (?) icon.
How to use the PDF below:
* Touchscreen: Swipe up/down with-in the PDF to scroll and pinch or spread with two fingers to zoom.
* Mouse: While your mouse is hovering over the PDF, use the mouse wheel to scroll and click on the – / + buttons at the bottom of the PDF to zoom.
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