Chromebook & Chrome OS Keyboard Shortcuts Guide (2026)

Q: How do I take a screenshot on a Chromebook?

Press Ctrl + Show Windows (F5) for full screen capture or Ctrl + Shift + Show Windows for partial selection.

Q: How do I open Task Manager on Chrome OS?

Press Search + Esc to open Task Manager.

Navigating Chromebooks with Built-in Hotkeys

Chromebooks use a unique keyboard layout featuring a dedicated Everything Key / Search Key (🔍) and top-row system control keys. Instead of standard F-keys, Chromebooks have dedicated buttons for Back, Refresh, Fullscreen, and Show Windows (F5 key equivalent).

Chromebook Screen Capture Shortcuts

Full Screen Capture:
Ctrl + Show Windows (F5)
Partial Selected Region Capture:
Ctrl + Shift + Show Windows
Active Window Screenshot:
Ctrl + Alt + Show Windows

General Navigation & System Shortcuts

Lock Chromebook Screen:
Search + L
Open Chrome OS Task Manager:
Search + Esc
Open Clipboard History:
Search + V
Open On-screen Keyboard Shortcut Map:
Ctrl + Alt + /

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do I take a screenshot on a Chromebook?

Press Ctrl + Show Windows (F5) to take a full-screen capture, or Ctrl + Shift + Show Windows to select a specific screen area.

How do I open Task Manager on Chrome OS?

Press Search + Esc (or Launcher + Esc) to launch Chrome OS Task Manager to inspect memory usage and force close apps.

Navigating Chromebooks with Built-in Hotkeys

Chromebook Screen Capture Shortcuts

General Navigation & System Shortcuts

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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