How to Powerwash a Chromebook Factory reset your Chromebook Sign out of your Chromebook. Press and hold  Ctrl  +  Alt  +  Shift  +  r . Select  Restart . In the box that appears, select  Powerwash    Continue . Follow the steps that appear and sign in with your Google Account. Note : The account you sign in with after you reset your Chromebook will be the  owner account . Once you've reset your Chromebook: Follow the onscreen instructions to  set up your Chromebook Check if the problem is fixed