Chrome OS is somewhat limited in the types of programs it can run, but it is possible to install Windows on your Chromebook to expand its functionality. All you need are a few tools and software that you can find for free online.
How to Install Windows 11 (or Another Operating System) on a Chromebook (2023)
Neither Google nor Microsoft officially support Windows for Chromebooks. Development of Google’s Project Campfire, which allowed Chromebooks to run both Windows and Chrome OS, was suspended in 2019. As a result, the only way to run Windows on a Chromebook is to hack your device.
A developer called CoolStar has created a Windows for Chromebook Installation Helper , where you can enter your device model and find the drivers you need to install Windows. Before you get started, use this tool to determine if your Chromebook can run Windows. There’s also a list of all the Windows components that are compatible with Chromebooks. The site is updated regularly, so check back if something ever stops working.
In addition to new drivers and other software components, you will need the following items to complete the process:
