Microsoft 7XR-00001, V900, 9HR-00001, 9SR-00001 manual Change Windows settings, Tips

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To search for messages in the Mail app:

1.Open the Mail app from the Start screen.

2.Open the Search charm and type what you want to find in the search box. To search for something on the Internet from anywhere:

Open the Search charm, type what you want to find then choose Internet Explorer from the list of apps.

Tips

To change search settings: Open the Settings charm, then tap or click Change PC settings. Then tap or click Search.

You can also search for files using File Explorer if you'd like. For more info, see the Files and folders section in this guide.

Change Windows settings

There are a few ways you can find and change your Windows settings: Control Panel, PC settings, and by using search. Many of the common settings were moved into PC settings, so try checking there first.

Here's how to get to PC settings:

1.Swipe in from the right edge to open the Charms, and then tap or click Settings.

In the lower-right corner you can change the following things: network connection, volume, brightness, notifications, power, and keyboard.

2.For more settings, choose Change PC settings.

Here's how to open Control Panel:

From the Start screen, type control panel, then tap or click Control Panel in the search results.

From the desktop, open the Settings charm and then tap or click Control Panel.

Here’s how to search for a setting:

Open the Search charm, type a word or phrase into the search box, and then tap or click Settings. Items that match your search are shown.

For example, type sound in the search box to find settings related to sound. If the item has a settings icon (a gear), the setting is available in PC settings. Other settings open in Control Panel from the desktop.

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Contents Getting Started Guide Published February 9 VersionMicrosoft Contents Microsoft Microsoft Meet Surface Surface RT Surface ProKeyboards Surface accessoriesHow does Windows RT differ from Windows 8 Pro? Video adaptersPower supply Get Help and SupportSetup Plug in and turn onLock screen and signing Windows setupAdd accounts Add your email accounts How to sync Google servicesPOP email? Add social network accounts to the People app Add a photo service to the Photos appOutlook Express, Windows Mail, or Windows Live Mail Touch, keyboard, mouse, and pen Introducing SurfaceNew look of Windows Familiar desktop App commandsSwitch apps CharmsCloud connected Connect devices or a second screen Multiple accounts and parental controlsGet to know the new Windows Start screen Your favorite thingsTap Touch swipe, tap, and beyondSlide to scroll What we say How to do it RotateCharms Search, Share, Start, Devices, and Settings Copy and paste using touchHow to search Change Windows settings TipsShare a link Share photos, links, and moreShare a photo Get to know Surface Battery and powerHow much battery charge is left? Charge SurfaceOn, sleep, off, and restart Power states On, off, sleep, and restartSleep, wake, and lock Lock Choose when the screen dims and turns offTouchscreen Wake and unlockTo change when the screen dims or turns off Lock the screen orientationConnect Surface to a second monitor Adjust screen brightnessChange other screen settings Use the on-screen keyboardChange the on-screen keyboard settings Sound featuresAdjust the volume Hide the keyboardAdd sound accessories Touch Cover Keyboard, mouse, and penKeyboard covers Fold back or closeType Cover TrackpadTrackpad gestures If the Trackpad Settings app isn’t working How do I change the trackpad settings?How do I change the mouse pointer speed? Mouse PenMail All about appsBuilt-in apps SkyDriveVideo PeoplePhotos MusicCalendar App commands-where are they?Internet Explorer GamesShow app commands Change app settingsSwitch between apps Switch to the last app you were usingSwitch to an app you were using recently Close appsUse two apps side by side snap apps Install and uninstall appsSnap the last app you were using Snap an app you used recentlyApp updates Install appsUninstall apps Surface Pro Install a desktop program Surface Pro Uninstall a desktop programAccounts What is a local account?What type of account do I have? Benefits of using a Microsoft account What is a Microsoft account?Create a user account Family Safety Sign Set up a picture passwordSet up a PIN Unlock Surface and signForgot my password How do I change my password?Themes and desktop backgrounds Personalizing SurfaceChange your background, colors, and account picture Customize the Start screenPin or unpin apps NotificationsRearrange and resize tiles Microsoft Connect devices To set up a printerTo see if the printer is already installed and working PrintingCan’t print? How do I print something?Printer compatibility Add a Bluetooth device Add a device using PC SettingsAdd a device using Control Panel Add, view, and manage your devices and printersConnect Surface to a TV, monitor, or projector Manage your devicesDevice compatibility How much local storage space do I have? Storage, files, and backupSurface storage options Removable storage optionsMicroSD memory card SkyDrive Cloud storageUSB flash drive or hard drive Tap or click Open folder to view filesLibraries Files and foldersFile Explorer Move files to your SurfaceUse a USB flash drive or microSD memory card Back up files using File HistoryConnect to a network computer Use SkyDriveMicrosoft Disconnect from a wireless network Connect to a wireless networkNetworking Join a homegroup Surface Pro Join a domainAccessing files on other computers Connect your Microsoft account to your domain accountAirplane mode Manually check for Windows updates Surface and Windows UpdatesWindows Updates See your Windows Update historySurface firmware updates Surface Pro Change Windows Update settingsTouchscreen care Clean and care for SurfaceCover and keyboard care Battery care That’s it
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