How to change your background on a Chromebook, using its default photos or one of your own

You can either use one of the computer's preset images, or download your own image to use as a desktop background.
Here's how to change your background on a Chromebook , using either a preset image or a custom one.
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Customizing your computer is part of the fun of getting a new device.

If you're new to Chromebook , however, getting used to the various quirks of the operating system can require a bit of effort, even for something as simple as changing your background.

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But once you familiarize yourself with the device, it's an easy enough task and should only take a few minutes to complete.

To get you started, here's what you need to know to change your background on a Chromebook :

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How to change your background on a Chromebook using the Wallpaper Picker

There are two primary ways to select a new desktop background on a Chromebook using one of the images preloaded on your computer in the Wallpaper Picker or uploading one of your own images.

Here's how to use a photo from the Wallpaper Picker:

1. Right-click anywhere on your current desktop.

2. Select "Set wallpaper" this will prompt a window to pop-up on your screen.