Learn how to get started using your new Chromebook with this guide. Along the way, you'll see links to resources where you can find more information.
On your old computer:
A Google Account gives you access to all Google services on the web, including Gmail, Google Calendar, and Google Drive.
If you use the Chrome browser on your old computer, sign in to Chrome to save your bookmarks, apps, and extensions to your Google Account.
These settings will then show up automatically when you sign in with the same account on your Chromebook.
Upload your files to Google Drive so you can see and open your files on the web using your new Chromebook or any other computer. Learn how to back up and sync files with Google Drive.
You can also upload your files to other cloud storage services, such as Box or SMB.
You can back up your files on a compatible storage device, such as a USB thumb drive or external hard drive. Learn which storage devices are compatible with Chromebooks.
On your new Chromebook:
Once you're set up, your Chromebook will automatically show your Google Account photo and all your settings, bookmarks, and extensions from Chrome.
Choose the same option you used to back up your files:
If you used a different cloud storage service, you can find your files using the Files app (for some services) or by opening the service's website in Chrome.
Learn how to set up your printer with your Chromebook.
Or, you can connect your printer to Google Cloud Print. If you don't have a cloud-ready printer, you'll need both your old computer and your new Chromebook to do this task.
Resources from Google's Chromebook Help Section: https://support.google.com/chromebook/answer/183061?hl=en&ref_topic=3403353