How to install HandBrake on a Chromebook

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In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of installing HandBrake on your Chromebook. HandBrake is a powerful, open-source video transcoder that allows you to convert video from nearly any format to a selection of modern, widely supported codecs. Whether you're looking to compress large video files, convert videos for different devices, or extract audio from video files, HandBrake is an excellent tool to have at your disposal.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, ensure that your Chromebook supports Linux apps (Crostini). If you're unsure, you can check our list of Chromebooks with Linux Apps (Crostini) support.

Step-by-Step Installation Guide

Follow these steps to install HandBrake on your Chromebook:

1. Enable Linux Apps

If you haven't already enabled Linux apps on your Chromebook, here's how to do it:

  1. Go to your Chromebook's Settings
  2. Click on the "About Chrome OS" section on the left panel
  3. Under the "Developer" section, choose "Set up Linux"
  4. Click "Turn on" to enable Linux apps

2. Open Terminal

Once Linux is set up, open the Terminal app from your app menu.

3. Update Repositories

Before installing HandBrake, it's important to update your system's package list. Enter the following command:

sudo apt update

4. Install HandBrake

Now, let's install HandBrake using the following command:

sudo apt install handbrake

When prompted, press Enter to confirm the installation.

5. Launch HandBrake

Once the installation is complete, you can launch HandBrake from your app menu.

Important Note

Remember that any content you want to use in HandBrake must be located in your Linux files section in the file manager. This is due to the way Linux apps are containerized on Chrome OS for security reasons.

Video Tutorial

For a visual guide of this process, please refer to the video tutorial below:

Additional Resources

For more detailed information about HandBrake and its features, visit the official HandBrake website.

If you need further assistance or have any questions, please feel free to leave a comment on our YouTube video. We're here to help!

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Happy transcoding with HandBrake on your Chromebook!

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