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Your browser favorites and history can by synced across Windows RT and Windows 8 PCs if you use a Microsoft account. For more info, see Sync your settings in this guide.

Flip ahead through sites

Turning on flip ahead makes going from page to page and article to article more fluid. If you're reading an article on a news site that supports flip ahead, you can swipe across the page (or click the Forward button ) to go to the next page of content.

To turn on flip ahead, open the Settings charm from Internet Explorer, then tap or click Internet Options.

Internet Explorer for the desktop

You can also surf the web from the desktop using Internet Explorer for the desktop. To start the Internet Explorer desktop app:

1.From the Start screen, tap or click Desktop (or press Windows logo key + D).

2.Tap or click the Internet Explorer icon on the taskbar.

To change browser settings, such as turning off the Pop-up Blocker, tap the Settings icon in the upper-right corner of Internet Explorer (desktop version), then tap or click Internet options. The Pop-up Blocker option is on the Privacy tab. Both Internet Explorer apps use the same settings,

To see your browsing history:

1.Open Internet Explorer for the desktop.

2.Tap or click the Favorites button (upper-right corner), and then tap or click the History tab.

Add-ons, Flash, and other multimedia content

Internet Explorer can play Adobe Flash Player and HTML5 content with audio, video, and other rich content embedded.

Browser add-ons are not supported by Internet Explorer on Surface RT.

Adobe Flash

The majority of websites with Flash content are compatible with Surface RT. A small number of websites that are not compatible with the Windows experience for touch, performance, and battery life are blocked.

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Contents Published April 9 Version Surface RT User GuideMicrosoft Contents Microsoft Microsoft Microsoft About this guide Meet Surface RTHighlights Ports Jack, and volumeKickstand Stereo speakers, headset∙ Apps What is Windows RT?Surface accessories KeyboardsWedge Touch Mouse Surface Edition Power supplyVideo adapters Plug in and turn on SetupLock screen and signing Surface setupStart screen Your favorite things BasicsRight edge Charms Charms, commands, and switching appsTop or bottom edge App commands Left edge Switch appsSlide to scroll Touch tap, slide, and beyondTap Rotate What we say How to do itCopy, and paste using touch Charms Search, Share, Start, Devices, and SettingsHow do I right-click using touch? Keyboard TouchMouse Familiar desktop How to search Tips On, off, standby, and restart Power states On, off, standby, and restartChange when the screen dims and turns off Get to know SurfaceLock WakeLock the screen orientation TouchscreenScreen rotation Connect Surface a second monitor Other screen settingsAdd your accounts Screen brightnessMicrosoft Exchange account Add your email accountsPOP email Google emailShow the keyboard Add a photo service to the Photos appOn-screen keyboard Add social network accounts to the People appShow the keyboard from the desktop Sound featuresAdjust the volume Change the on-screen keyboard settingsHow much battery charge is left? Battery and powerAdd sound accessories Charge Surface Watt power supply with USB charging portShare a photo Share photos, links, and moreShare a link PC Settings Change your settingsFrom the desktop Use SearchControl Panel From StartKeyboard Touch, keyboard, mouse, and penTouch Function keys Touch CoverTrackpad gestures Type CoverTrackpad Trackpad Settings app doesn’t work How do I change the trackpad settings?Capacitive pen Change mouse settingsMouse What type of account do I have? What is a local account?What is a Microsoft account? AccountsMultiple user accounts Benefits of using a Microsoft accountChange your Microsoft account settings Create a user account Family SafetyManage accounts Account security Sign out or lock. What’s the difference? Sign in and outSign Sign out or lockCreate a PIN Switch to another accountCreate a picture password Other sign in optionsChoose when a password is required Account passwordChange your password Forgot my passwordMicrosoft Built-in apps All about appsView all apps Switch between appsFind an app Start an app∙ From the keyboard, press Alt+Tab Switch to the last app you were usingSwitch to a specific app Snap an app you used recently Snap the last app you were usingUse two apps side by side snap apps Close appsClose desktop apps App commands Where are they?Show app commands App help and troubleshooting App settingsSign in with your Microsoft account Find and install appsWindows Store Uninstall an app View your billing history App updatesAdd or change a payment option Install apps that you installed on other PCs Family Safety and the Windows StoreChange your lock screen picture, colors, and account picture Personalize your SurfaceRearrange tiles Customize the Start screenCreate tiles for your favorite people and places Rearrange, resize, unpin, and group tilesUnpin a tile Pin or unpin appsTurn off Live tiles Resize a tileNotifications Sync your settingsChoose which settings to sync Themes and desktop backgrounds Add languagesCustomize the desktop Increase the size of desktop itemsPin or unpin a desktop app from the taskbar Set up a printerConnect devices PrintingPrint something See if your printer is already installedAdd, view, and manage your devices and printers Add a device using PC SettingsAdd a device using Control Panel Add a Bluetooth deviceAdd the Bluetooth device Make sure your Bluetooth device is on and discoverableMake sure Bluetooth is on Which adapter do I need? Device compatibilityConnect Surface to a TV, monitor, or projector Use multiple monitors Set up your screensConnect to a TV, monitor, or projector Microsoft Removable storage options Storage, files, and backupHow much local storage space do I have? Surface storage optionsMicroSD memory card Files and foldersSkyDrive Cloud storage File ExplorerConnect to a network computer LibrariesMove files to your Surface Share files with people who use your SurfaceUse a USB flash drive or microSD memory card Back up files using File HistoryNetworking Connect to a wireless networkDisconnect from a wireless network Join a homegroup Access files on other computersAirplane mode Office Home & Student apps Built-in appsOffice Home & Student 2013 RT Your Office files on any device Start an Office appOffice Quick Start Guides Touch, pen, and language support Update to the final Office releaseFile compatibility OneNote Using the OneNote app∙ OneNote 2013 RT desktop app pre-installed on Surface Touch-friendly Internet Explorer Internet ExplorerOneNote on your phone Your web favorites Find the Address barNavigate with tabs Adobe Flash Add-ons, Flash, and other multimedia contentInternet Explorer for the desktop Flip ahead through sitesRemove an email account Change email settingsMail Add an email accountUsing Mail Select one or more messages, then swipe down from the top Other email apps? PeopleConnect with people Add peopleFind people Write on someone’s Facebook wall Post your own updatesChange which contacts you see Pin a contact to Start Change your options CalendarBring all your calendars together Be ready with reminders Switch viewsAdd a calendar item Take a picture CameraShoot a video Play music in your collection Xbox MusicSign in with your Microsoft account Create a playlist Stream musicBuy songs and albums Use Smart DJNeed help? Install more music appsPhotos Xbox Music PassImport photos or videos Play videos from your library Xbox VideoBrowse, buy, and rent movies and TV shows Set up SkypeSkype Skype tips SkyDriveCall and chat Share photos or videos on SkyDrive Access your files from anywhereUpload files to SkyDrive from an app Share any file-even big ones MapsMove around a map Get directionsTroubleshooting Using MapsScroll to one of the following stores Xbox GamesGames in the Windows Store Xbox SmartGlassPlay something Set up SmartGlass on Xbox Connect Surface to your XboxMore built-in apps Reader Keep Surface up to date Windows updatesAdditional info you should know Tethering Use your phone’s data connection Firmware updatesHaving problems installing updates? Select your phone as a network Windows Defender and Windows FirewallKeyboard shortcuts Share your phone’s Internet connectionAccessibility Take a screen shot Speech recognitionWork with files and apps on another PC Refresh Surface Reset SurfaceCover and keyboard care Clean and care for SurfaceBitLocker recovery key Touchscreen careThat’s it Battery careGet Help and Support

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