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Chrome Omnibox

Did you know that you can search directly from the chrome address bar also known as the omnibox?

You can search directly by typing text into the omnibox and click enter.

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Omnibox Tips and Tricks

Here are some tips and trips you can apply using the omnibox. Some of our favorites are listed below that’s suited for teachers and students.

Timer

Start a countdown timer by typing: timer (or tm) and a time in the omnibox.

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Conversions

Convert just about any units of measure by typing: convert a unit to a unit.

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Math

Solve math problems in your omnibox by typing in an equation.

Or if you click the search button (enter on keyboard) after typing the equation, a basic calculator will open up.

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Weather

Get weather for any zip code or location by typing: weather and a zip code or name of a city.

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Define

Type define and then the word in the omnibox for a quick definition.

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Chrome Keyboard Shortcuts

  • Ctrl+9 = Switch to the last tab.
  • Ctrl+Tab = Scroll through tabs.
  • Ctrl+H = Show history.
  • Ctrl+J = Open Downloads window .
  • Ctrl+K = Move the cursor to the Omnibox (address bar).
  • Ctrl+T = Open a new tab.
  • Ctrl+Shift+T = Reopen recently closed tab.
  • Ctrl+W = Close the current tab.
  • Ctrl+L = Highlight url in omnibox.
  • Ctrl+Shift+N = Open new incognito window.
  • More Chrome Keyboard Shortcuts