This command also runs a five minute battery discharge test. Note that you can specify the test to run in seconds by typing that number after the command. Looks like my Pixelbook battery is still capable of a full charge. As time goes on, this figure will slowly degrade. Then type battery_test to see the health data: Essentially health of 100% indicates that the battery can accept the full charge of the battery capacity.
To do this, press ctrl + alt + t on your keyboard, which opens up crosh. And it’s actually quite easy to do if you know where to look for the information.įirst is the battery health indicator, which is a command you run in a crosh terminal. It’s also handy - a must, even, IMO - before buying a used Chromebook. Checking the battery health of a Chromebook isn’t just useful for a device you’ve had for a while.