In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of installing Google Earth Pro on your Chromebook. Google Earth Pro is a powerful tool that allows you to explore the world from the comfort of your device, offering 3D views of the planet, historical imagery, and much more.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, it's important to note that this tutorial is specifically for Chromebooks with an Intel or AMD CPU that support Linux Apps. Unfortunately, this method won't work on Chromebooks with an ARM64 architecture CPU.

Step-by-step Guide

1. Enable Linux Apps

First, we need to enable Linux apps on your Chromebook. Here's how:

1. Go to your system settings
2. Click on the "About Chrome OS" section on the left panel
3. Under the developer section, choose to set up Linux
4. Turn on Linux

This process may take a few minutes, so be patient while your Chromebook sets up the Linux environment.

2. Update Linux Repositories

Once Linux is enabled, we need to update the repositories. Open a terminal from your app menu and run the following command:

sudo apt update

This command ensures that your system has the most up-to-date information about available packages.

3. Download Google Earth Pro

Visit the official Google Earth Pro download page:

https://www.google.com/earth/about/versions/#earth-pro

Download the appropriate .deb file for your system.

4. Install Google Earth Pro

Once the download is complete:

1. Open your file manager
2. Locate the downloaded .deb file
3. Right-click on the file
4. Choose "Install with Linux apps"

The installation process will begin automatically. This may take a few moments depending on your system's performance.

5. Launch Google Earth Pro

After the installation is complete, you can launch Google Earth Pro from your app menu. Enjoy exploring the world in stunning detail!

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues during the installation process, here are a few tips:

• Ensure your Chromebook is up to date
• Restart your Chromebook and try the process again
• Check that you have sufficient storage space for the installation

If you still face problems, feel free to ask for help in the comments section of our YouTube video.

Additional Resources

For more detailed instructions, please refer to our Google Doc used in the tutorial.

If you're in the market for a new Chromebook, check out our Chromebook comparison and Buyers Guide.

For a comprehensive list of Chromebooks that support Linux Apps, visit our guide on All Currently Supported Chromebooks with Linux Apps (Crostini) support.

We hope this guide has been helpful in getting Google Earth Pro up and running on your Chromebook. Happy exploring!