Guide: Copy and Paste on Chromebook – Guide
Switching to a Chromebook doesn’t have to be daunting. Google has made sure that everyday tasks like copy and paste are easy to do on Chrome OS, just like they were on other operating systems.
Copy and Paste on Chromebook devices using keyboard combos
Copying and pasting on a Chromebook is easy: just use the keyboard shortcut.
Users can select text to copy and paste by highlighting it.
Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy text.
Press and hold Ctrl, then press v to paste.
Chromebook users can copy and paste text with formatting intact by using the keyboard combinations above. To copy only text, without links or other formatting elements, follow the instructions below.
Users can copy and paste text by highlighting it.
Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy text.
Press Ctrl and Shift together, then hit v to paste.
Copy and Paste on Chromebook devices using the trackpad
Chromebook users no longer need to rely on button combinations to copy and paste - the trackpad offers an easier, more intuitive alternative.
Users can copy and paste text by highlighting it.
Position the cursor above the text that has been highlighted.
Double-tapping the trackpad with two fingers is a quick and easy way to perform an action.
Position the cursor where you want to paste the text and double-tap the trackpad.
You may have the option to “Paste without formatting” if it is available.
you can use the mouse too
Chromebooks now offer the ability to copy and paste using a mouse, thanks to full support for mice on Chrome OS.
Users can select text to copy and paste by highlighting it.
Hover your cursor over the highlighted text.
Click your mouse’s right button.
To paste text, right-click with your mouse and select the desired location.
You may have the option to “Paste without formatting” if it is available.
Final note
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