How to Add Custom Shortcuts to Your Chromebook App Launcher

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Shortcuts for apps and plugins on your Chromebook are automatically installed in the app launcher (also called the Shelf) when they are first downloaded, giving users a very convenient way to access their favorite downloads. Unfortunately, your favorite websites don't show up there automatically.

Fortunately, you can add your favorites to this window, as long as you know how.

1. Open the webpage in Chrome, such as ESPN.com, the example I'm using here.

2. Click the Menu icon.

3. Select More Tools.

4. Click Add to shelf.

You've added a shortcut to the shelf (also known as the app launcher!)

Also use Windows 10? Check out our walkthrough for how to create website shortcuts on your desktop with Chrome.

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Henry T. Casey

Henry was a contributing writer at Laptop Mag. He penned hundreds of articles, including helpful how-tos for Windows, Mac, and Gmail. Henry has also written about some of the best Chromebooks, and he has reviewed many Apple devices, including various MacBook Air laptops. He is now a managing editor at our sister site Tom's Guide, covering streaming media, laptops, and all things Apple.