Most people nowadays swap between their computer and their smartphone for their productivity needs — from work to passion projects to simply running their daily lives. It’s simpler than ever to do so, thanks to Google Chrome’s sync
Set reminders via Google Assistant or Google Keep
You can use voice commands on your Android phone to set reminders. Say “OK Google” or press the mic icon to activate Google Assistant, then say “Remind me to buy milk at the grocery store” or whatever it is you want to be reminded of. Once the “Add a reminder” screen appears, you can edit reminder details, such as when you want to be alerted. For instance, you may want your device to remind you of your grocery list when you enter a grocery store.
Alternatively, you can install the Google Keep extension app in Chrome or the Google Keep app on your Android. Simply open the app, click the Take a note field, type in your reminder, click the Remind me icon, then click on either Pick date & time to set when you want to be reminded, or Pick place to set where you want to be notified.
As long as you have syncing turned on for your Google account, you can use Google Calendar, Google Assistant, or Google Keep on one device to unleash reminders across all your devices. Syncing lets you make the most of your
How to Enable, Disable, and Manage Google Sync
Google Chrome allows you to sync the extensions and bookmarks that you have onto other computers. This is useful because there is no need to add everything all over again to the computer you are using at that moment.
This is a feature you definitely want to be enabled, especially if you have various computers at home. It can be very annoying and time-consuming to have to add everything to every single computer you want to use. Discover how you can enable the feature and save some valuable time.
Enable Google Sync [Desktop]
Turning on Google Sync is quick and easy. Select the 
at the top right of the browser and select the “Sign into Chrome” button. Sign into your account and choose the settings you want to sync. You can also select the “Sync everything” option if that’s what you need. You will also need to add a passphrase to encrypt your data.
Enable Google Sync for Android
To check if Google Sync is on your Android device swipe down from the top of your display and tap on the cog wheel. Once you’re in Settings, swipe down and select “Accounts“. You will see a list of all of your accounts, but to check if sync is on tap on the “More” button at the top right. If it’s on it should say “Turn off auto sync“, .
Keep your info private
With a passphrase, you can use Google's cloud to store and sync your Chrome data without letting Google read it. Your payment methods and addresses from Google Pay aren't encrypted by a passphrase.
Passphrases are optional. Your synced data is always protected by encryption when it's in transit.
If you’re having trouble syncing with your passphrase, you may have to update Google Chrome to the latest ve!
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