Access your files from anywhere | Microsoft 7XR-00001, Surface RT

Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to see the app commands.

Note The SkyDrive app doesn’t automatically sync your files across your computers. To do this, install the free SkyDrive desktop app on a computer running Windows 7, Windows 8, or Mac OS X Lion.

Tips

∙To select a file or folder swipe down or right-click it.

∙Pictures that you upload to SkyDrive also appear in the Photos app.

∙Need help with SkyDrive? From the SkyDrive app, open the Settings charm and then tap or click Help.

Access your files from anywhere

You can access your files from any computer or phone, and even your Xbox 360.

∙Download a free SkyDrive app for your phone, iPad, or any computer (Windows or Mac).

∙Or go to SkyDrive.com from any web-connected device to access your files.

Upload files to SkyDrive from an app

SkyDrive is available from the Share charm in some apps. This means you can easily add content to SkyDrive from the app that you’re using.

For example, you can upload pictures from the Photos app. Here’s how:

1.From the Start screen, tap or click Photos.

2.Navigate to a picture or folder that you want to upload.

3.Select what you want to upload to SkyDrive by swiping down on pictures or folders.

4.Open the Share charm, and then tap or click SkyDrive.

5.Tap or click the folder you want to upload your picture or pictures to.

6.Tap or click Upload.

Of course you can also use the SkyDrive app to upload files. Open the SkyDrive app, then swipe down from the top edge of the screen to see the app commands (including Upload and Download).

Share photos or videos on SkyDrive

With SkyDrive, it’s easy to share files securely and easily with your friends or coworkers. They won’t need to install any special programs or sign up for a new account, and they can use any web browser to get to the files you share with them. And you have control—your files will only be shared with the people you choose.

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Surface RT User Guide Published April 9 Version Microsoft Contents Microsoft Microsoft Microsoft Meet Surface RT About this guide Highlights Jack, and volume KickstandStereo speakers, headset Ports What is Windows RT? Surface accessoriesKeyboards ∙ Apps Video adapters Power supplyWedge Touch Mouse Surface Edition Setup Plug in and turn on Surface setup Lock screen and signing Basics Start screen Your favorite things Charms, commands, and switching apps Top or bottom edge App commandsLeft edge Switch apps Right edge Charms Tap Touch tap, slide, and beyondSlide to scroll What we say How to do it Rotate How 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 Power states On, off, standby, and restart Change when the screen dims and turns offGet to know Surface On, off, standby, and restart Wake Lock Screen rotation TouchscreenLock the screen orientation Other screen settings Add your accountsScreen brightness Connect Surface a second monitor Add your email accounts POP emailGoogle email Microsoft Exchange account Add a photo service to the Photos app On-screen keyboardAdd social network accounts to the People app Show the keyboard Sound features Adjust the volumeChange the on-screen keyboard settings Show the keyboard from the desktop Add sound accessories Battery and powerHow much battery charge is left? Watt power supply with USB charging port Charge Surface Share a link Share photos, links, and moreShare a photo Change your settings PC Settings Use Search Control PanelFrom Start From the desktop Touch Touch, keyboard, mouse, and penKeyboard Touch Cover Function keys Trackpad Type CoverTrackpad gestures How do I change the trackpad settings? Trackpad Settings app doesn’t work Mouse Change mouse settingsCapacitive pen What is a local account? What is a Microsoft account?Accounts What type of account do I have? Change your Microsoft account settings Benefits of using a Microsoft accountMultiple user accounts Manage accounts Family SafetyCreate a user account Account security Sign in and out SignSign out or lock Sign out or lock. What’s the difference? Switch to another account Create a picture passwordOther sign in options Create a PIN Account password Change your passwordForgot my password Choose when a password is required Microsoft All about apps Built-in apps Switch between apps Find an appStart an app View all apps Switch to a specific app Switch to the last app you were using∙ From the keyboard, press Alt+Tab Snap the last app you were using Use two apps side by side snap appsClose apps Snap an app you used recently Show app commands App commands Where are they?Close desktop apps App settings App help and troubleshooting Windows Store Find and install appsSign in with your Microsoft account Uninstall an app Add or change a payment option App updatesView your billing history Family Safety and the Windows Store Install apps that you installed on other PCs Personalize your Surface Change your lock screen picture, colors, and account picture Customize the Start screen Create tiles for your favorite people and placesRearrange, resize, unpin, and group tiles Rearrange tiles Pin or unpin apps Turn off Live tilesResize a tile Unpin a tile Choose which settings to sync Sync your settingsNotifications Add languages Customize the desktopIncrease the size of desktop items Themes and desktop backgrounds Set up a printer Connect devicesPrinting Pin or unpin a desktop app from the taskbar See if your printer is already installed Print something Add a device using PC Settings Add a device using Control PanelAdd a Bluetooth device Add, view, and manage your devices and printers Make 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 Storage, files, and backup How much local storage space do I have?Surface storage options Removable storage options Files and folders SkyDrive Cloud storageFile Explorer MicroSD memory card Libraries Move files to your SurfaceShare files with people who use your Surface Connect to a network computer Back up files using File History Use a USB flash drive or microSD memory card Disconnect from a wireless network Connect to a wireless networkNetworking Access files on other computers Join a homegroup Airplane 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 Add-ons, Flash, and other multimedia content Internet Explorer for the desktopFlip ahead through sites Adobe Flash Change email settings MailAdd an email account Remove an email account Using Mail Select one or more messages, then swipe down from the top People Other email apps? Find 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 Stream music Buy songs and albumsUse Smart DJ Create a playlist Install more music apps PhotosXbox Music Pass Need help? Import photos or videos Xbox Video Play videos from your library Skype 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 Maps Move around a mapGet directions Share any file-even big ones Using Maps Troubleshooting Xbox Games Scroll to one of the following stores Xbox SmartGlass Games in the Windows Store Set up SmartGlass on Xbox Connect Surface to your Xbox Play something More 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 Windows Defender and Windows Firewall Keyboard shortcutsShare your phone’s Internet connection Select your phone as a network Accessibility Work with files and apps on another PC Speech recognitionTake a screen shot Reset Surface Refresh Surface Clean and care for Surface BitLocker recovery keyTouchscreen care Cover and keyboard care Get Help and Support Battery careThat’s it