If you're a geek, you need to be aware of the fact that if you really want to get the most out of a piece of software, you need to tinker with it. Android's hidden potential can be unlocked by rooting a device and Windows offers a plethora of options through various registry hacks, so it's only fitting that Chrome OS also has some cool hidden options under the hood. So, if you've been using a Chromebook and want to unlock its full potential, you should enable developer mode on the device.

Developer mode on Chrome OS gives you root access, which allows you to install other operating systems such as Linux or other Chromium-based platforms. Additionally, it provides a host of more options through Crosh commands and also allows you to install Android apps through APK files. So, without further ado, here's how to enable developer mode on Chrome OS:

Before enabling developer mode on Chrome OS, here are some consequences you should be ready to face:

Enabling developer mode on your Chromebook "powerwashes" the device, which means the process resets the device to factory settings. So everything on the device will be erased along with your account details and settings. However, if you've stored your files online through Google Drive, you can restore them along with all your settings when you enter your Google Account.