Microsoft Surface RT, 7XR-00001 manual Switch views, Add a calendar item, Be ready with reminders

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Switch views

You can switch between three calendar views: Day, Week, and Month. Here’s how:

1.Open the app commands (swipe down from the top edge of the screen or right-click).

2.Tap or click Day, Week, or Month.

Add a calendar item

You can remind yourself of a to-do item or an event, by adding items to your calendar. Here’s how:

1.Tap or click the day and time for the new appointment or event.

2.Add details about the appointment such as a title, a place, and the duration.

3.Choose a calendar for the appointment.

4.Tap or click Show more to add additional options such as a reminder and inviting people.

5.Tap or click the Save icon.

Be ready with reminders

To add calendar notifications to your lock screen:

1.Open the Settings charm, tap or click Change PC settings, then tap or click Personalize.

2.Under Lock screen apps, tap or click +, then tap or click Calendar.

3.Tap or click Notifications (on the left), then make sure notifications are on for the Calendar app.

To learn more, see Calendar app: Frequently asked questions on Windows.com. For info on how to get notified about upcoming events, see How to manage notifications for Mail, Calendar, People, and Messaging on Windows.com.

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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 KeyboardsVideo adapters Power supplyWedge Touch Mouse Surface Edition 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 appsTap Touch tap, slide, and beyondSlide to scroll Rotate What we say How to do itHow do I right-click using touch? Charms Search, Share, Start, Devices, and SettingsCopy, and paste using touch Mouse TouchKeyboard 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 WakeScreen rotation TouchscreenLock the screen orientation 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 settingsAdd sound accessories Battery and powerHow much battery charge is left? Charge Surface Watt power supply with USB charging portShare a link Share photos, links, and moreShare a photo PC Settings Change your settingsFrom the desktop Use SearchControl Panel From StartTouch Touch, keyboard, mouse, and penKeyboard Function keys Touch CoverTrackpad Type CoverTrackpad gestures Trackpad Settings app doesn’t work How do I change the trackpad settings?Mouse Change mouse settingsCapacitive pen What type of account do I have? What is a local account?What is a Microsoft account? AccountsChange your Microsoft account settings Benefits of using a Microsoft accountMultiple user accounts Manage accounts Family SafetyCreate a user account 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 appSwitch to a specific app Switch to the last app you were using∙ From the keyboard, press Alt+Tab Snap an app you used recently Snap the last app you were usingUse two apps side by side snap apps Close appsShow app commands App commands Where are they?Close desktop apps App help and troubleshooting App settingsWindows Store Find and install appsSign in with your Microsoft account Uninstall an app Add or change a payment option App updatesView your billing history 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 tileChoose which settings to sync Sync your settingsNotifications 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 deviceMake sure Bluetooth is on Make sure your Bluetooth device is on and discoverableAdd the Bluetooth device Connect Surface to a TV, monitor, or projector Device compatibilityWhich adapter do I need? Connect to a TV, monitor, or projector Set up your screensUse multiple monitors 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 HistoryDisconnect from a wireless network Connect to a wireless networkNetworking Join a homegroup Access files on other computersAirplane mode Office Home & Student 2013 RT Built-in appsOffice Home & Student apps Office Quick Start Guides Start an Office appYour Office files on any device File compatibility Update to the final Office releaseTouch, pen, and language support ∙ OneNote 2013 RT desktop app pre-installed on Surface Using the OneNote appOneNote OneNote on your phone Internet ExplorerTouch-friendly Internet Explorer Navigate with tabs Find the Address barYour web favorites 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? PeopleFind people Add peopleConnect with people Change which contacts you see Pin a contact to Start Post your own updatesWrite on someone’s Facebook wall Bring all your calendars together CalendarChange your options Add a calendar item Switch viewsBe ready with reminders Shoot a video CameraTake a picture Sign in with your Microsoft account Xbox MusicPlay music in your collection 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 VideoSkype Set up SkypeBrowse, buy, and rent movies and TV shows Call and chat SkyDriveSkype tips Upload files to SkyDrive from an app Access your files from anywhereShare photos or videos on SkyDrive 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 Additional info you should know Windows updatesKeep Surface up to date Having problems installing updates? Firmware updatesTethering Use your phone’s data connection Select your phone as a network Windows Defender and Windows FirewallKeyboard shortcuts Share your phone’s Internet connectionAccessibility Work with files and apps on another PC Speech recognitionTake a screen shot Refresh Surface Reset SurfaceCover and keyboard care Clean and care for SurfaceBitLocker recovery key Touchscreen careGet Help and Support Battery careThat’s it
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