Key takeaways:
- Right-click desktop, go to Wallpaper & Style, pick Screen saver
- Choose your style, source, and weather display
- Turn off by moving mouse or pressing a key
So you got a Chromebook and want to set up a screen saver? Maybe you’re worried about screen burn-in, or you just want your device to look less boring when you’re away. Either way, I’ll walk you through how to set a screen saver on your Chromebook, step by step. It’s pretty easy, and you can even use your own Google Photos or stick with Google’s Art Gallery picks. I’ll also show you how to tweak the settings and turn it off when you want.
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Table of Contents
- Why bother with a screen saver on Chromebook and what it actually does
- Step-by-step: How to set up your Chromebook screen saver
- How to turn off or disable the screen saver
- Customizing your Chromebook experience even more
- Troubleshooting: Screen saver not working?
- Table: Quick settings reference
- How to keep your Chromebook display looking fresh
- FAQs
- How do I open the screen saver settings on my Chromebook?
- Can I use my own photos for the screen saver?
- How do I turn off the screen saver?
- Does the screen saver save battery?
- What if my Chromebook doesn’t have the screen saver option?
Why bother with a screen saver on Chromebook and what it actually does
Screen savers might sound old school, but they’re still useful, especially if your Chromebook has an OLED panel. Screen burn-in is real, and a moving screen saver helps prevent that. Plus, it just looks better than a static wallpaper. If you want to know more about keeping your Chromebook display in good shape, check out tips to save battery on Chromebook and how to keep Chromebook from entering automatic sleeping.
The screen saver can also show off your favorite memories from Google Photos, or just cycle through cool art. And if you like knowing the weather at a glance, you can set it to display that too.
Step-by-step: How to set up your Chromebook screen saver
1. Open your Chromebook desktop and right-click
Start by going to your desktop. Right-click anywhere there’s no icon. If you’re not sure how to right-click, here’s a quick guide: how to right-click on Chromebook.
2. Select Wallpaper & Style
A menu pops up. Click Wallpaper & Style. This is where you can change your background, but also where the Screen saver settings live.
3. Find and turn on Screen saver
You’ll see two main sections: Wallpaper and Screen saver. Click on Screen saver and flip the switch to turn it on.
4. Pick your screen saver style
Now you get to choose how your screen saver looks. You’ve got options like Slideshow, Feel the Breeze, or Float On By. Each has a different vibe. Try them out and see what fits your mood.
5. Choose your photo source
Want to see your own pics? Connect your Google Photos account. Or just use Art Gallery for curated artwork from Google. If you’re into customizing your Chromebook, here’s how to change Chromebook wallpaper as well.
6. Set the weather display
You can show the weather in Fahrenheit or Celsius. Just pick whichever format you like. It’ll show up on your screen saver.
7. Preview your screen saver
Hit the Preview button to see what your choices look like. Sometimes it’ll take a second to download images, especially if you picked a big album.
8. Done! Your Chromebook will now use the screen saver
When you step away from your Chromebook, the screen saver will kick in after a bit. It’ll show your chosen images, style, and weather.
How to turn off or disable the screen saver
If you want to stop the screen saver, just move your mouse or press any key. The screen saver will disappear and you’re back to your desktop. If you want to disable it completely, just go back to Wallpaper & Style, click Screen saver, and turn it off.
Customizing your Chromebook experience even more
Screen savers are just one way to make your Chromebook feel more personal. Here are a few other tweaks you might want to try:
- How to change the color of your mouse on Chromebook
- How to enable dark mode Chromebook
- How to take a screenshot on a Chromebook laptop tablet
- How to change language Chromebook
- How to delete apps on Chromebook
Troubleshooting: Screen saver not working?
If your screen saver won’t activate, make sure your Chromebook is up to date. Sometimes, a restart helps. If you’re still stuck, check out how to restart Chromebook.
Also, if you’re running low on storage, the screen saver might not be able to download new images. Here’s how to check storage Chromebook.
Table: Quick settings reference
| Setting | Where to find it | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| Wallpaper & Style | Right-click desktop | Change wallpaper, screen saver |
| Screen saver | In Wallpaper & Style | Turn on/off, pick style, source |
| Weather | Screen saver options | Show temp in °F or °C |
| Photo source | Screen saver options | Google Photos or Art Gallery |
How to keep your Chromebook display looking fresh
Screen savers aren’t just about looks. They help protect your display, especially on OLED screens. If you want to dig deeper into Chromebook care, check out tips for speeding up Chromebook and how to check Chromebook hardware specs.
FAQs
How do I open the screen saver settings on my Chromebook?
Right-click on the desktop, choose Wallpaper & Style, then go to Screen saver.
Can I use my own photos for the screen saver?
Yep! Just pick Google Photos as the source when setting up your screen saver.
How do I turn off the screen saver?
Move your mouse, tap a key, or go back to Wallpaper & Style and switch it off.
Does the screen saver save battery?
It can help, especially if you pick darker images or use an OLED display.
What if my Chromebook doesn’t have the screen saver option?
Make sure your system is updated. Some older models might not have this feature yet. If you’re still missing it, check out how to update Google Chrome browser on Chromebook.
