Nearby Share feature with many interesting things is available on Chromebooks

In August 2020, Google introduced the Nearby Share feature, based on Apple's AirDrop protocol. At the time, you could only use the feature on certain Android devices, but Google has committed to bringing it to Chromebooks. Now, after almost a year, the company is starting to roll out the Nearby Share feature to Chrome OS.

Just like on the Android version, the Nearby Share feature on Chrome OS can send files over Bluetooth, Bluetooth LE, WebRTC, or peer-to-peer Wifi, allowing you to use the protocol even when you're not. Internet connection.

Besides, you're not limited to sending files only to Chrome OS devices. In the "Connected devices" of the Settings menu, you can adjust who can see your Chromebook when you're nearby.

With Chrome OS 91, Google will add two other new features. Grid apps will display a circular badge so you know when a notification is available. These apps don't show notification numbers and you can turn them off by going to the Quick Settings menu's Notifications (Quick Settings menu).

Meanwhile, in the Files app, you'll find a new toggle that lets you save Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides documents for offline access. After using this feature, you will see a checkmark icon next to the file, which you can view and edit offline. The company said it will begin rolling out the offline conversion feature to be available starting later this month.

Finally, you can use a new set of Imaginary wallpapers created by artist Leo Natsume to personalize Chrome OS. They are well worth a try!

Lesley Montoya

Update 02 June 2021