Last week, Google rolled out the ChromeOS M130 update to users on the stable channel, bringing a host of exciting new features and enhancements to the operating system. This update introduces tools such as Quick Insert, Focus, and Welcome Recap, designed to enhance productivity and streamline user experience.
The Quick Insert feature provides a convenient menu for effortlessly inputting emojis, symbols, GIFs, links, calculations, and even accessing AI functionalities. Depending on the specific Chromebook model, users can activate Quick Insert with a dedicated keyboard key or by using the Launcher key combined with F.
Another significant addition is the Focus feature, which simplifies the activation of Do Not Disturb (DND) mode on ChromeOS. Users can now set focus times, manage Google Tasks, and enjoy curated playlists from YouTube Music Premium to enhance concentration while minimizing distractions.
The Welcome Recap feature serves as a helpful tool for resuming work after starting up the Chromebook. With this feature enabled, users can easily restore previously open apps and tabs while receiving useful information such as weather updates, upcoming calendar events, and Google Drive suggestions.
In addition to these primary features, the M130 update enhances user experience with quick access to starred Google Drive files, an AI-powered Recorder app for transcriptions, improved privacy settings, support for multi-calendar events, and greater flexibility for Picture-in-Picture (PIP) windows for multitasking while watching videos.
The ChromeOS M130 version is being gradually rolled out to users, so keep an eye out for these new features in the coming days.
