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- Can I run Linux on ChromeOS Flex?
- How to install Linux on ChromeOS Flex?
- How do I install terminal on ChromeOS Flex?
- Can ChromeOS Flex install software?
Can I run Linux on ChromeOS Flex?
You can install Linux command line tools, code editors, and IDEs (integrated development environments) on your Chromebook.
How to install Linux on ChromeOS Flex?
To install Linux apps on a Chromebook, make sure your Chromebook is running Chrome OS 69 or newer. Open Settings -> Advanced -> Developers and click Turn on next to the Linux developer environment tab. Follow the instructions, and enter the relevant commands in the Linux terminal that pops up.
How do I install terminal on ChromeOS Flex?
Go to the ChromeOS settings and in the “Linux” section, “Turn on” Linux. This will bring up a window with a series of prompts. Choose your preferred username and disk size and click “Install”. When the installation is complete, a Terminal window will open.
Can ChromeOS Flex install software?
Does ChromeOS Flex support Google Play and Android apps? While Google supports Android apps on many Chromebooks, they're not supported on ChromeOS Flex devices. For information about installing Android apps on Chromebooks, go to the Google Play Help Center.
