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USB flash drive or hard drive

You can insert a USB flash drive or external storage device into the full-size USB port on Surface.

To open files from a USB flash drive or external hard drive:

1.Insert a USB flash drive or hard drive into the USB port on your Surface. Surface RT: On the right edge of the touchscreen.

Surface Pro: On the left edge of the touchscreen.

2.Tap or click the notification that appears in the upper-right corner of the screen.

3.Tap or click Open folder to view files.

File Explorer opens showing you the files on your USB flash drive or hard drive.

File Explorer (previously called Windows Explorer) is the app you use to browse, copy, or move files and folders on your Surface. For more info, see the Files and folders section in this guide.

microSD memory card

The microSD card slot is another removable storage option for Surface, allowing you to add up to 64 GB of storage by using a microSD, microSDHC, or microSDXC card.

Surface RT

Surface Pro

Flip out the kickstand to access the card reader.

The card reader is on the right edge, above the power connection.

SkyDrive: Cloud storage

Store your documents, music, videos, and pictures in the cloud by using SkyDrive. Surface comes pre-installed with a SkyDrive app that you can use to upload and open your files on SkyDrive. Your Microsoft account includes 7 GB of free storage on SkyDrive—that’s enough for over 20,000 Office documents or 7,000 photos.

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Contents Published February 9 Version Getting Started GuideMicrosoft Contents Microsoft Microsoft Surface RT Surface Pro Meet SurfaceHow does Windows RT differ from Windows 8 Pro? Surface accessoriesKeyboards Video adaptersGet Help and Support Power supplyPlug in and turn on SetupWindows setup Lock screen and signingAdd accounts How to sync Google services Add your email accountsPOP email? Add a photo service to the Photos app Add social network accounts to the People appOutlook Express, Windows Mail, or Windows Live Mail Introducing Surface Touch, keyboard, mouse, and penNew look of Windows Switch apps App commandsFamiliar desktop CharmsCloud connected Multiple accounts and parental controls Connect devices or a second screenStart screen Your favorite things Get to know the new WindowsTouch swipe, tap, and beyond TapSlide to scroll Rotate What we say How to do itCopy and paste using touch Charms Search, Share, Start, Devices, and SettingsHow to search Tips Change Windows settingsShare photos, links, and more Share a linkShare a photo How much battery charge is left? Battery and powerGet to know Surface Charge SurfacePower states On, off, sleep, and restart On, sleep, off, and restartSleep, wake, and lock Touchscreen Choose when the screen dims and turns offLock Wake and unlockLock the screen orientation To change when the screen dims or turns offChange other screen settings Adjust screen brightnessConnect Surface to a second monitor Use the on-screen keyboardAdjust the volume Sound featuresChange the on-screen keyboard settings Hide the keyboardAdd sound accessories Keyboard covers Keyboard, mouse, and penTouch Cover Fold back or closeTrackpad Type CoverTrackpad gestures How do I change the trackpad settings? If the Trackpad Settings app isn’t workingHow do I change the mouse pointer speed? Pen MouseBuilt-in apps All about appsMail SkyDrivePhotos PeopleVideo MusicInternet Explorer App commands-where are they?Calendar GamesSwitch between apps Change app settingsShow app commands Switch to the last app you were usingClose apps Switch to an app you were using recentlySnap the last app you were using Install and uninstall appsUse two apps side by side snap apps Snap an app you used recentlyInstall apps App updatesUninstall apps Surface Pro Uninstall a desktop program Surface Pro Install a desktop programWhat is a local account? AccountsWhat type of account do I have? What is a Microsoft account? Benefits of using a Microsoft accountCreate a user account Family Safety Set up a PIN Set up a picture passwordSign Unlock Surface and signHow do I change my password? Forgot my passwordChange your background, colors, and account picture Personalizing SurfaceThemes and desktop backgrounds Customize the Start screenNotifications Pin or unpin appsRearrange and resize tiles Microsoft To see if the printer is already installed and working To set up a printerConnect devices PrintingHow do I print something? Can’t print?Printer compatibility Add a device using Control Panel Add a device using PC SettingsAdd a Bluetooth device Add, view, and manage your devices and printersManage your devices Connect Surface to a TV, monitor, or projectorDevice compatibility Surface storage options Storage, files, and backupHow much local storage space do I have? Removable storage optionsUSB flash drive or hard drive SkyDrive Cloud storageMicroSD memory card Tap or click Open folder to view filesFile Explorer Files and foldersLibraries Move files to your SurfaceConnect to a network computer Back up files using File HistoryUse a USB flash drive or microSD memory card Use SkyDriveMicrosoft Connect to a wireless network Disconnect from a wireless networkNetworking Surface Pro Join a domain Join a homegroupConnect your Microsoft account to your domain account Accessing files on other computersAirplane mode Windows Updates Surface and Windows UpdatesManually check for Windows updates See your Windows Update historySurface Pro Change Windows Update settings Surface firmware updatesClean and care for Surface Touchscreen careCover and keyboard care That’s it Battery care

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