Google Chrome is one of the most popular and powerful web browsers in the world. But did you know that it can do much more than just browsing the web? Here are 10 things you didn’t know Google Chrome could do:
Create QR codes for any webpage
If you want to share a webpage with someone who doesn’t have access to a computer or a smartphone, you can use Google Chrome to create a QR code that they can scan with their camera. Just right-click on the webpage and select “Create QR code for this page”. You can also access this feature from the address bar by clicking on the QR icon next to the URL.
Cast your screen to a TV or a projector
If you want to watch a video or a presentation on a bigger screen, you can use Google Chrome to cast your screen to a TV or a projector that supports Chromecast. Just click on the menu icon (three dots) in the top right corner and select “Cast”. You can choose to cast your entire screen, a specific tab, or a specific app.
Use Chrome as a calculator or a unit converter
If you need to do some quick calculations or conversions, you don’t need to open a separate app or website. You can use Google Chrome as a calculator or a unit converter by typing your query in the address bar and hitting enter. For example, you can type “5+7” or “10 km in miles” and get the answer instantly.
Access your tabs from other devices
If you have multiple devices that are signed in to the same Google account, you can access your tabs from other devices using Google Chrome. Just click on the menu icon (three dots) in the top right corner and select “History”. You will see a list of tabs that are open on your other devices, such as your phone or your laptop. You can click on any tab to open it on your current device.
Pin tabs for easy access
If you have some tabs that you use frequently, such as your email or your calendar, you can pin them for easy access using Google Chrome. Just right-click on the tab and select “Pin”. The tab will shrink to show only the icon and will stay on the left side of the tab bar. You can also unpin a tab by right-clicking on it and selecting “Unpin”.
Use keyboard shortcuts for faster browsing
If you want to speed up your browsing experience, you can use keyboard shortcuts for various actions using Google Chrome. For example, you can press Ctrl+T to open a new tab, Ctrl+W to close the current tab, Ctrl+L to highlight the address bar, Ctrl+F to find text on a webpage, and Ctrl+H to open your history. You can see a full list of keyboard shortcuts by pressing Ctrl+Shift+/.
Use incognito mode for private browsing
If you want to browse the web without leaving any traces of your activity, such as cookies or history, you can use incognito mode using Google Chrome. Just click on the menu icon (three dots) in the top right corner and select “New incognito window”. You can also press Ctrl+Shift+N to open an incognito window. Incognito mode will not save any of your data or preferences, and will delete any temporary files when you close it.
Use extensions for extra functionality
If you want to add some extra functionality to your browser, such as blocking ads, saving passwords, or taking screenshots, you can use extensions using Google Chrome. Extensions are small programs that run in your browser and enhance your browsing experience. You can find and install extensions from the Chrome Web Store by clicking on the menu icon (three dots) in the top right corner and selecting “More tools” > “Extensions”.
Use dark mode for eye comfort
If you want to reduce eye strain and save battery life, you can use dark mode using Google Chrome. Dark mode will invert the colors of your browser and make it easier to read in low-light conditions. You can enable dark mode by clicking on the menu icon (three dots) in the top right corner and selecting “Settings” > “Appearance” > “Themes” > “Dark”.
Use voice search for hands-free browsing
If you want to search the web without typing, you can use voice search using Google Chrome. Voice search will let you speak your query and get results instantly. You can access voice search by clicking on the microphone icon in the address bar or by pressing Ctrl+Shift+. (period). You can also say “OK Google” if you have enabled voice activation in your settings.
Use Chrome flags for experimental features
If you want to try some experimental features that are not yet available in the stable version of Chrome, you can use Chrome flags. Chrome flags are hidden settings that let you enable or disable various features and options. You can access Chrome flags by typing “chrome://flags” in the address bar and hitting enter. You can browse through the list of flags and toggle them on or off as you wish. Be careful though, as some flags may cause instability or errors in your browser.
Use Chrome DevTools for web development
If you are a web developer or a web designer, you can use Chrome DevTools to inspect and modify the elements, styles, scripts, and network activity of any webpage. You can access Chrome DevTools by right-clicking on any element on a webpage and selecting “Inspect”. You can also press Ctrl+Shift+I to open DevTools. You can use DevTools to edit the HTML, CSS, and JavaScript code of a webpage, test different screen sizes and resolutions, debug errors and performance issues, and much more.
Use Chrome Remote Desktop for remote access
If you want to access your computer or another computer remotely, you can use Chrome Remote Desktop. Chrome Remote Desktop is an extension that lets you securely connect to another computer over the internet and control it as if you were sitting in front of it. You can install Chrome Remote Desktop from the Chrome Web Store and follow the instructions to set up your remote connection. You can also use Chrome Remote Desktop to access your computer from your phone or tablet using the app.
Use Chrome Task Manager for resource management
If you want to see how much memory, CPU, network, and battery each tab and extension is using, you can use Chrome Task Manager. Chrome Task Manager is a built-in tool that shows you the performance and resource consumption of each process running in your browser. You can access Chrome Task Manager by clicking on the menu icon (three dots) in the top right corner and selecting “More tools” > “Task manager”. You can also press Shift+Esc to open Task Manager. You can use Task Manager to monitor and end any process that is slowing down your browser or consuming too much resources.
Use Chrome keyboard shortcuts for faster browsing
If you want to speed up your browsing experience, you can use keyboard shortcuts for various actions using Google Chrome. For example, you can press Ctrl+T to open a new tab, Ctrl+W to close the current tab, Ctrl+L to highlight the address bar, Ctrl+F to find text on a webpage, and Ctrl+H to open your history. You can see a full list of keyboard shortcuts by pressing Ctrl+Shift+/.
