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Storage, files, and backup

Surface RT comes in two storage configurations: 32 GB and 64 GB. Surface Pro comes in 64 GB and 128 GB.

How much local storage space do I have?

To see how much storage space you have available:

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

2.Tap or click General.

Scroll down to Available storage, to see how much storage space you have. You can tap or click View app sizes to see how much space each app is taking.

Pre-installed software and apps use a significant amount of storage space. To learn how much, see the topic Surface disk space FAQ on Surface.com.

Surface storage options

In addition to the internal storage included with your Surface, there are a few additional storage options:

∙Removable storage options such as a USB flash drive or microSD memory card.

∙Cloud storage (SkyDrive).

∙Another computer on your network. You can open and save files on other computers on your network. For more info, see the Accessing files on other computers section in this guide.

Removable storage options

You can add USB storage or a microSD memory card to your Surface and use this storage for your documents, music, videos, and pictures.

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Getting Started Guide Published February 9 Version Microsoft Contents Microsoft Microsoft Meet Surface Surface RT Surface Pro Surface accessories How does Windows RT differ from Windows 8 Pro?Keyboards Video adapters Power supply Get Help and Support Setup Plug in and turn on Add accounts Windows setupLock screen and signing POP email? How to sync Google servicesAdd your email accounts Outlook Express, Windows Mail, or Windows Live Mail Add a photo service to the Photos appAdd social network accounts to the People app New look of Windows Introducing SurfaceTouch, keyboard, mouse, and pen App commands Switch appsFamiliar desktop Charms Cloud connected Connect devices or a second screen Multiple accounts and parental controls Get to know the new Windows Start screen Your favorite things Slide to scroll Touch swipe, tap, and beyondTap What we say How to do it Rotate Charms Search, Share, Start, Devices, and Settings Copy and paste using touch How to search Change Windows settings Tips Share a photo Share photos, links, and moreShare a link Battery and power How much battery charge is left?Get to know Surface Charge Surface Sleep, wake, and lock Power states On, off, sleep, and restartOn, sleep, off, and restart Choose when the screen dims and turns off TouchscreenLock Wake and unlock To change when the screen dims or turns off Lock the screen orientation Adjust screen brightness Change other screen settingsConnect Surface to a second monitor Use the on-screen keyboard Sound features Adjust the volumeChange the on-screen keyboard settings Hide the keyboard Add sound accessories Keyboard, mouse, and pen Keyboard coversTouch Cover Fold back or close Trackpad gestures TrackpadType Cover How do I change the mouse pointer speed? How do I change the trackpad settings?If the Trackpad Settings app isn’t working Mouse Pen All about apps Built-in appsMail SkyDrive People PhotosVideo Music App commands-where are they? Internet ExplorerCalendar Games Change app settings Switch between appsShow app commands Switch to the last app you were using Switch to an app you were using recently Close apps Install and uninstall apps Snap the last app you were usingUse two apps side by side snap apps Snap an app you used recently Uninstall apps Install appsApp updates Surface Pro Install a desktop program Surface Pro Uninstall a desktop program What type of account do I have? What is a local account?Accounts Create a user account What is a Microsoft account?Benefits of using a Microsoft account Family Safety Set up a picture password Set up a PINSign Unlock Surface and sign Forgot my password How do I change my password? Personalizing Surface Change your background, colors, and account pictureThemes and desktop backgrounds Customize the Start screen Rearrange and resize tiles NotificationsPin or unpin apps Microsoft To set up a printer To see if the printer is already installed and workingConnect devices Printing Printer compatibility How do I print something?Can’t print? Add a device using PC Settings Add a device using Control PanelAdd a Bluetooth device Add, view, and manage your devices and printers Connect Surface to a TV, monitor, or projector Manage your devices Device compatibility Storage, files, and backup Surface storage optionsHow much local storage space do I have? Removable storage options SkyDrive Cloud storage USB flash drive or hard driveMicroSD memory card Tap or click Open folder to view files Files and folders File ExplorerLibraries Move files to your Surface Back up files using File History Connect to a network computerUse a USB flash drive or microSD memory card Use SkyDrive Microsoft Networking Connect to a wireless networkDisconnect from a wireless network Join a homegroup Surface Pro Join a domain Accessing files on other computers Connect your Microsoft account to your domain account Airplane mode Surface and Windows Updates Windows UpdatesManually check for Windows updates See your Windows Update history Surface firmware updates Surface Pro Change Windows Update settings Cover and keyboard care Clean and care for SurfaceTouchscreen care Battery care That’s it