Anaconda on a Chromebook
Steps to Install Anaconda on a Chromebook
1. Enable Developer Mode
- This is required to access the Linux shell.
- Follow Google’s official guide to enable Developer Mode.
- Shut down your Chromebook completely.
- Press and hold the Esc and Refresh keys.
- While holding those keys, press the Power button.
- This should take you to the Chrome OS is missing or damaged screen (Recovery Mode).
- At the recovery screen, press Ctrl + D.
- You'll see a message warning you about enabling developer mode. Press Enter to confirm.
- Your Chromebook will reboot into Developer Mode.
2. Download Anaconda Installer
- Visit the official Anaconda download page and download the Linux (x86_64) version to your Downloads folder.
3. Open the Crosh Terminal
- Press Ctrl + Alt + T to open the Crosh terminal.
- Type shell and press Enter to access the Linux shell.
4. Navigate to Downloads Folder
5. Enable Executable Permissions
Chrome OS restricts execution in certain directories. Run:
If you get an error, try:
Repeat adding /.. if needed until it works.
6. Run the Installer
Replace the filename with the actual version you downloaded:
- Scroll through the license agreement and type yes to accept.
- Press Enter to install in the default location.
7. Activate Anaconda
After installation, activate it with:
8. Run Jupyter Notebook
You can now launch Jupyter Notebook:
Copy the localhost link from the terminal and paste it into your browser.
Notes
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Anaconda Navigator (GUI) won’t work on Chrome OS, so use terminal commands.
- You’ll need to re-run the sudo mount command after each reboot unless you automate it in .bashrc.