Connect to Bluetooth devices

Connect to Bluetooth devices

If your Chromebook works with Bluetooth, it can connect to accessories like:

  • Keyboards
  • Mice
  • Speakers
  • Headphones
  • Headsets (audio only)

Step 1: Check if your Chromebook works with Bluetooth

  1. Click your account photo.
  2. Look for "Bluetooth enabled" or "Bluetooth disabled." If you see one of these options, your Chromebook works with Bluetooth.

Step 2: Pair a Bluetooth accessory

  1. Click your account photo.
  2. Click Bluetooth Bluetooth.
  3. If Bluetooth is off, turn on Bluetooth.
  4. Select the accessory you want to connect to.
  5. Follow the onscreen instructions to finish connecting.
  6. To check if your accessory is connected, look under "Paired devices."

Note: Your phone doesn’t pair to your Chromebook with Bluetooth, but you can unlock your Chromebook with an Android phone.

Turn off Bluetooth

  1. Click your account photo.
  2. Click Bluetooth Bluetooth.
  3. Turn off Bluetooth.

Fix Bluetooth problems

If you have trouble using a Bluetooth device with your Chromebook, try these steps:

  • Check for system updates. If any updates are available, install them.
  • Turn Bluetooth off, then back on.
  • Turn your Chromebook off, then back on.

If you still have problems, contact your Chromebook manufacturer or your Bluetooth device's manufacturer.


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