Resetting a Chromebook

Issue/Question

How do I factory reset a Chromebook?

Environment

  • Chromebook

Resolution

  1. Sign out of your Chromebook.
  2. Press and hold Ctrl + Alt + Shift + R.
  3. Select Restart.
  4. In the box that appears, select Powerwash and then Continue.
  5. Follow the steps that appears and sign in with your Google Account.
  6. After resetting, follow the onscreen instructions to set up your Chromebook.

Details

Article ID: 2535
Created
Mon 1/30/17 11:05 AM
Modified
Thu 6/8/23 7:56 AM