Quick Thoughts

Build ChromeOS Flex Installation Media


  1. Turn on your PC/Mac/Chromebook. Next, open any Chrome-based browser. Then, go to this Chrome extension page (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/chromebook-recovery-utili/pocpnlppkickgojjlmhdmidojbmbodfm) Then click on the “Add to Chrome” button.
  2. Click on the Chromebook Repair Utility extension. You will see the USB flash drive requirements and a button to start.
  3. Clicking on the Start button will take you to the next step. Select "Select a model from the list".
  4. Now, from the manufacturer list, select Google Chrome OS Flex. Then choose the only option (ChromeOS Flex) from the product list. Click on the Continue link.
  5. Next, select the USB drive. Insert the USB stick and choose it. Then click on the Continue link.
  6. To begin the Chrome OS Flex download process, click the Create button. It may take several minutes, depending on your internet speed.
  7. Once complete, safely eject the flash drive from your computer and boot to it on any device. WARNING: If you choose to install ChromeOS Flex it will completely wipe the hard drive of the computer you choose.