Writing a novel on your Chromebook, laptop, or tablet

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Software programs can be very complicated to develop. Software doesn’t work the same on a Mac as it does on a PC. This is why software developers usually have to build 2 or more different programs to accommodate different types of computers. And most software programs aren’t available at all for Linux users. And if you own a Chromebook, then you don’t even have the ability to download software.

Online software is web-based. And while there can be a difference in how your browser displays websites, all browsers follow similar rules. Therefore, building an online program doesn’t require different building blocks and different ways to code.

If the writing program you want to use is web-based like Novelize, then you don’t have to worry about compatibility issues as long as you have Internet access. It doesn’t matter what operating software you use because you’re just using your Internet browser to access the program.

Do you have more than one computer in your home? Do you use a computer at work and one at home? Do they use different types of operating software? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then an online writing program may be the best solution for you.

Most online writing programs like Novelize work on multiple devices. You don’t have to sit at the same desk in order to write your novel. You don’t even have to use your computer every time. You could use your laptop, your phone, or your tablet. You can do this easily without having to transfer files around because it’s all saved in the Cloud.

How to get your novel written on your chromebook

Whether you currently own a Chromebook or are thinking about purchasing one, your main goal is to get your novel written. There are lots of reasons to buy a Chromebook. We’ll list some of its advantages in a minute. And you still have options for novel writing software when you’re writing on your Chromebook, too. Novelize was created to work on any device, so you can access your novel on your PC, Mac, tablet, phone, or Chromebook.

The advantages of using a Chromebook

Chromebooks aren’t new anymore, but they’re still gaining popularity. If you’re deciding between buying a PC, a laptop, or a Chromebook, then you’ll have your research work cut out for you. We’ll say this much: Chromebooks offer numerous advantages, especially for novel writers. Here are some of the ones that intrigued us the most:

  • They’re lightweight

  • They have a fast wake-up time

  • Most of them have about 8 hours of battery life

  • They’re ideal for writing on the go

Generally, laptops come with full operating software, whereas a Chromebook with its Chrome OS really only offers a browser and online apps. However, the bigger the computer, the longer it usually takes to start it up. And if you only have 10 minutes to write, then a laptop that takes 5 minutes to start up is useless to you. Enter the Chromebook. 

Having an easily portable Chromebook may increase your productivity. And if you can get some writing done while you’re waiting in the doctor’s office or attending a soccer match for your kids, you’re that much closer to finishing your novel.

Novel writing software for your Chromebook

An advantage can sometimes be a drawback. This is definitely the case for the Chromebook. You simply can’t download software onto the Chromebook, which means you’ll need online novel writing software to get your novel written. Fortunately, you still have options. And Novelize is one of them.

When we first created Novelize, we didn’t really think about how it would appeal to Chromebook users. Obviously, you don’t have to have a Chromebook in order to get a Novelize account, either. But Novelize may just be the best novel writing tool for your Chromebook (okay, we may be a bit biased here). Novelize can be accessed via your browser, you don’t have to download any software, and your data is saved instantly. That means if you have to quit writing or the battery on your Chromebook dies, you won’t lose your work. Next time you log in to Novelize, that half-finished sentence will still be there, exactly as you left off.