How to use a Chromebook offline
An offline Chromebook can still use many of its cloud-based apps
Almost everything we do on a computer relies on an internet connection. Without it, our computers lose functionality, but they can still complete many tasks. Contrary to popular belief, this is also true for Chromebooks. Even though they run the ChromeOS operating system, which is based on Google Chrome, they can still complete several tasks offline. All Chromebooks, including the best Chromebooks, can sync documents for offline use and use Android apps when offline. This guide discusses how to get your Chromebook set up for offline use.
How to disconnect a Chromebook from the internet
Since offline features are limited, Chromebooks are at their best when used with an internet connection. However, it may make sense to test the offline features before you end up in a situation where an internet connection isn't available. To test out the offline features, you can manually disconnect from the internet through the following steps:
- Click the time in the lower-right corner of your screen.
- Tap the toggle network connection button shaped like a quarter circle with a lock next to it. If you're connected to both Wi-Fi and mobile data, tap the button twice to turn off both.

Your Chromebook is disconnected from all internet connections. If you need to turn your connection back on to fix a setting, reverse the above steps. Read More…