- Not all Chromebooks have Bluetooth capabilities, but most do for accessories like keyboards, speakers, and headphones.
- As long as you have Bluetooth capabilities on your Chromebook, you should be able to quickly and easily pair your devices with your computer.
- Here's how to see if your Chromebook has Bluetooth and, if it does, how to sync your accessories to your computer using a Bluetooth connection.
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Your Chromebook may have Bluetooth, and if it does, you should see the option to turn it on or off by clicking into your clock in the bottom-right corner of the screen.
If your Chromebook features Bluetooth, you should be able to connect to devices like speakers, headphones, mice, and keyboards that use Bluetooth technology to wirelessly connect to computers.
If you find that you have Bluetooth capabilities on your Chromebook, here's what you'll need to do to make the connection between your accessory and your computer:
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Most Chromebooks have Bluetooth — here's how to connect your device
Syncing devices with Bluetooth is a simple process, just make sure that your Bluetooth device is turned on so that your Chromebook will be able to locate and connect with it:
1. Select the time in the bottom-right corner of the screen.
2. Tap "Bluetooth."
3. If necessary, toggle it on — once on, it should automatically begin scanning for Bluetooth devices to pair with your Chromebook.
4. Select whichever accessory you want to sync with.
If you aren't sure if you successfully paired the device with your Chromebook, select "Paired Devices" from the menu depicted above and look for that device.
If you're having issues with your Bluetooth, try turning the feature — or your computer — off and back on, or check if your Chromebook needs to be updated.
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