The code generated on the Chromebook is the key to the kingdom here. And the Chromebook user wants to click the “Share this screen” option, which generates a one-time access code on their Chromebook, as shown in the below image. That’s what you want on your non-Chromebook. See the “Connect to another computer” section? Note that the remote Chromebook should also take this step. Instead, choose Remote Support to see this screen. You’re greeted with two menu options and you’d think you want Remote Access. The person with a Chromebook wants to replicate your steps here and view the same URL.
Just head to using the Chrome browser from a computer and you’ll see a web version of the extension.
Technically, I believe the extension is a Progressive Web App using this URL. But so too is a special URL if you don’t have or want to install the extension. But a common question I get, mainly for troubleshooting reasons is: How can I remotely control a Chromebook from another computer?Ĭhrome Remote Desktop is still part of the equation here. You just install the Chrome Remote Desktop extension, follow the directions and you’re off. Chromebooks have long supported remote desktop access to other computers.