How To Powerwash (Factory Reset) a Chromebook
Chromebooks are cheap, convenient, and free from the trappings of many other laptops. Chrome OS is loved by authors and developers alike for its long battery life and compatibility with Android and Linux apps. Unlike most other laptops, you don't have to completely reinstall the operating system to perform a factory reset (sometime called a powerwash). If you're buying a second-hand Chromebook or something goes wrong with yours, you can quickly and easily clean a Chromebook with a Powerwash. Powerwashing a Chromebook: Things to Check First If you get a second-hand Chromebook, it's always a good idea to perform a full reset to make sure nothing is left of the previous owner. If you already own the Chromebook and are trying to troubleshoot crashes or strange behavior with it, there are a few steps you can take before powerwashing a Chromebook: Perform a hardware reset: Turn off the Chromebook Shut Update (🔃) and turn it on Release the r...