How to command your Android phone from your computer (set alarms, reminders, notes, directions)

Google is starting to make it stupendously easy to control your Android phone from your computer for the most used functions. After introducing the ability to just type in a query about your phone's location in Google's search box, it continued with the option to send directions directly to your phone, if you are in a hurry to get somewhere.

Now, Google is pumping further on that trend, letting you transfer quick notes, and even set alarms on your phone, all from the comfort (and full-size keyboard) of your computer. 

Here's what you need ...