Chromebook Recovery Utility
Create recovery media for your Chromebook.
What is Chromebook Recovery Utility?
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Summary
Use this tool on M38+ Chromebooks, Windows, and Mac devices to create recovery media. Instructions on how to use the tool can be found here: https://support.google.com/chromebook/answer/6002417
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Pros
- Recovery process is fast when it works
- Simple and easy to use for some users
- Can be used to create other types of bootable media if file extension is changed accordingly
Cons
- Doesn't work on all Chromebook models
- Frequent crashes and failure to recognize USB or SD media
- The extension can cause Chrome to crash or hang at various stages
- Potential to waste time and USB/SD media if not successful
- Poor compatibility with operating systems other than ChromeOS
Most mentioned
- Incompatibility issues with various devices
- Chrome crashes or hanging during recovery media creation
- Failure to launch or operate correctly
- Loss of USB/SD card functionality after a failed attempt
- Extension not working as expected
- The necessity to follow specific instructions or tutorials for success
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Safety
Risk impact
Chromebook Recovery Utility is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install Chromebook Recovery Utility if you trust the publisher.
Risk likelihood
Chromebook Recovery Utility has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.