Surface 2 User Guide With Windows RT 8.1 Software Published: October 2013 Version 1.
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Meet Surface 2 Ultra-thin and light, Surface 2 is the on-the-go tablet. With Xbox Music and Video, games, and Internet Explorer, you’ll never run out of ways to play. And when it’s time to get work done, Surface 2 comes with Microsoft Office 2013 RT—Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and OneNote apps.1 1There are some differences between Office RT and other versions of Office. For more info, see Office.com/OfficeRT. About this guide We hope this guide helps you get the most out of your Surface 2.
Surface 2 features Touchscreen The 10.6” touchscreen, with its 16:9 aspect ratio and ClearType Full HD display (1080p resolution, 1920x1080 pixels), is great for watching HD movies, browsing the web, and using Office apps. Like a smartphone, you can browse the web or your email using your fingers. See Touchscreen for more info. Typing Covers Add a unique keyboard that doubles as a protective cover (Typing Covers sold separately). This way you’ll always have a keyboard with you.
Kickstand Flip out the dual-position kickstand when you want to be productive, or when you want to kick back and have some fun. One position is ideal for typing at a desk, and another for typing on your lap. Stereo speakers and headset Two stereo speakers and a headset jack for both audio output and jack microphone input. Listen to music, podcasts, and audio books using apps from the Windows Store or websites. See Sound features for more info.
Ports HD video out port Share videos, photos, or presentations by connecting Surface to an HDTV, monitor, or projector (adapters and cables sold separately). See Connect to a TV, monitor, or projector for more info. Full-size USB 3.0 port Connect USB accessories—like a mouse, phone, or an Ethernet adapter. See Connect devices for more info. microSDXC card reader Use the microSDXC card reader (behind the kickstand) for extra storage or transferring files.
Software Windows RT 8.1 Surface 2 comes pre-installed with Windows RT 8.1—a Windows-based operating system that's optimized for thin and light PCs. Windows RT runs built-in apps and apps from the Windows Store. To learn more, see Windows RT 8.1: FAQ on Windows.com. Office 2013 RT Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and OneNote apps are pre-installed. See Office 2013 RT for more info. Apps Surface 2 has many built-in apps—check out the tiles for them on your Start screen.
Set up your Surface Grab your Surface and let’s go! Before you start… Make sure a wireless network is available and you have the network password (if it’s secured). Plug in and turn on 1. If you have a Typing Cover, bring it close to the Cover port so that it clicks into place (see picture). 2. Flip out the built-in kickstand on the back of Surface (either position). 3. Plug the power cord into a wall outlet or power strip. 4.
Setup Setup runs the first time you turn on Surface. During setup you’ll choose a language, color scheme, and name for your Surface. (You can change these things later if you'd like.) Two key things happen during setup: Surface connects to your wireless network. If you don’t know your wireless password, see How to find your wireless network password on Surface.com. An account is created on Surface. For the best experience, we recommend using a Microsoft account.
The basics There are a few things you need to know to get around your Surface. Touch, keyboard, mouse, and pen With Surface, you can easily switch between using touch, a keyboard, mouse, or pen. Touch. Like a smartphone, you can use your fingers on the touchscreen. For example, drag your finger across the screen to scroll. Keyboard. Click in a Typing Cover or use a full-size USB or Bluetooth keyboard. Mouse. Use the Typing Cover touchpad, or connect a USB or Bluetooth mouse. Pen.
Switch between open apps You can switch between open apps by swiping in from the left edge of the screen. You can keep swiping, and each time you’ll switch to another app. More about this in the Use apps section. App commands: Where are they? Swipe up from the bottom edge of the screen, or down from the top edge. Touch: Swipe, tap, and beyond Tap? Swipe? Here’s a glossary of touch gestures that you can use with Surface. Gesture How to do it What it does Tap Tap once on something.
Gesture How to do it What it does Pinch or stretch Touch the screen or an item with two or Zooms in or out of a website, map, or more fingers, and then move the fingers picture. toward each other (pinch) or away from each other (stretch). Rotate Put two or more fingers on an item and Rotates things that can be rotated. then turn your hand. Slide to scroll Drag your finger on the screen. Scrolls through what’s on the screen (like scrolling with a mouse).
Gesture How to do it What it does Swipe from edge Starting on the edge, swipe in. Right edge: Opens the charms Left edge: Brings in open apps, snaps apps, shows your recently opened apps, or closes apps. See the Use apps section for more info. Top or bottom edge: Shows commands or closes an app. Charms No matter where you are, the charms help you do the things you do most often—like search, share, print, and change settings. Here’s how to open the charms: Touch.
Learn more about Windows To learn more about getting around Windows RT 8.1, check out these resources: Help and Tips: From the Start screen, tap or click Help+Tips. This app has info to help you get up to speed on Windows. Windows Basics and Tips: See the Getting started tutorials on Windows.com. Lock screen and signing in With a Microsoft account, personal settings like your lock screen and Start screen follow you to other devices.
Get started Now that you know the basics, let’s get online and add your accounts. Get online Here’s how to get online: 1. Open the Settings charm (swipe in from the right edge of the screen, and then tap Settings). 2. Tap or click the wireless network icon ( 3. Tap or click the network you want to connect to, and then tap or click Connect. ). Set up your email Now let’s set up your email. Outlook RT and Mail are both pre-installed, so you can add your email accounts to either or both of these apps.
1. Tap or click Mail from the Start screen. 2. Open the Settings charm, then tap or click Accounts > Add an account. 3. Choose the type of account you want to add, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Most accounts can be added with only your user name and password. In some cases, you’ll be asked for more details, which you can usually find on your email account provider’s website. (Repeat steps 1-3 for each of your email accounts.) After you add an email account… Your contacts from Outlook.
Included with your Surface 2 purchase: One year of free voice calling to landlines in over 60 countries, and free Skype WiFi at over 2 million hotspots worldwide. To activate your free Skype experience, use the code included in your Surface 2 packaging. Offer details. SkyDrive: Your personal cloud SkyDrive is free cloud storage that comes with your Microsoft account.
Get to know Surface 2 Now that you have added your accounts, let’s go a little deeper. Power states: On, off, standby, and restart Here’s a quick overview of the Surface power states: State What to do On Press and release the power button (you’ll feel a vibration). If nothing happens, Surface might need to be recharged. Connect the power supply and then press the power button again. Wake Do any of the following: Off (Shut down) Press and release the power button. Open the Cover.
Standby If you don’t use Surface for a few minutes the screen turns off and locks, just like a smartphone. When this happens, Surface goes into connected standby mode. Connected standby means that while Surface appears to be sleeping, Surface stays connected to your wireless network. This way you can get app notifications, such as an incoming Skype call. Choose when the screen turns off By default, the Surface screen turns off after a few minutes of inactivity. Here’s how to change this: 1.
Advanced power settings A power plan is a collection of settings that control how your Surface uses power. To find out how to customize or create a power plan, see Power Plans: Frequently asked questions on Windows.com (Surface 2 supports connected standby). Charging accessories There are a couple additional charging options that you can purchase separately (see Power Supply on Surface.com for purchase info).
Choose when the screen turns off If you don’t use Surface for five minutes, the screen turns off. If you want to change this setting, see Choose when the screen turns off in this guide. Landscape or portrait When you rotate Surface, the screen content changes to the new orientation. This way you can use landscape for webpages and Office apps, and portrait for reading a book. Lock the screen orientation If you don’t want the screen content to rotate, you can lock the screen orientation. Here’s how: 1.
Show the on-screen keyboard 1. Fold back the Cover or remove it. 2. Tap the screen in a place where text can be entered and the on-screen keyboard should appear. If you're in the desktop, tap the keyboard icon on the desktop taskbar (lower-right corner) to open the on-screen keyboard. To manually open the on-screen keyboard (without tapping an area where you can type): Open the Settings charm, tap or click Keyboard > Touch keyboard and handwriting panel.
Change on-screen keyboard settings Open the Settings charm, tap or click Change PC settings > PC and devices > Typing > Touch Keyboard. Tips and tricks How do I? Type numbers What to do Tap the &123 key, or swipe up on a key in the first row. For example, swipe up on the Q key to type the number 1. Type diacritical marks Press and hold a key such as O, then slide your finger to the accented character that you want (for example Ӧ).
Typing Covers (keyboards) Choose from the following Typing Covers: Touch Cover and Touch Cover 2 Super-thin, pressure-sensitive keyboards with a touchpad. Type Cover and Type Cover 2 One of the thinnest mechanical keyboards available, with moving keys. Touch Cover 2 and Type Cover 2 are thinner and lighter, with keys that can illuminate when your hands are near. You can see all of the Typing Covers in the Accessories area of Surface.com.
To turn key sounds on or off: Open the Settings charm, tap or click Change PC settings > PC and devices > Typing > Play key sounds as I type (under Touch Keyboard). Suggestions and corrections As you type on Touch Cover 2 or the on-screen keyboard, text suggestions appear to help you enter words quickly or correct misspellings. To insert a suggestion, tap it or press Spacebar. To switch the highlighted word, swipe right or left on the Spacebar.
Turn backlighting on Press and hold the F2 key. (To resume automatic backlighting, press the F1 for 3 seconds.) Function keys If you want to use a function key (F1-F12), use the Fn key in combination with a key from the top row. For example, for F5, press Fn + . Function lock/unlock (Fn+Caps) If you frequently use function keys, you can lock the Fn key so that you don’t have to press it each time. Press Fn+Caps to switch the top row of keys to function keys (F1-F12).
Can I use my desktop keyboard with Surface? Yes. You can use a full-size USB or Bluetooth keyboard if you’d like. For more info, see Add a device in this guide. Wireless Adapter for Typing Covers The Wireless Adapter lets you type on a Typing Cover from anywhere in the room (up to 30 feet away). This way you can connect Surface to a TV or monitor, and type from another location like your couch. Note The Wireless Adapter doesn’t work with Surface Music Kit.
Note If you have problems, see Troubleshoot the Wireless Adapter for Typing Covers on Surface.com. Touchpad The Typing Covers have a touchpad that you can use like a mouse. Like a laptop, you can drag your finger across the touchpad to move the on-screen pointer. To click on something, tap once on the touchpad (left mouse click). If you’d rather use a mouse with Surface, see Use a mouse in this guide. Touchpad gestures Action Touchpad gesture Move the on-screen pointer Drag your finger on the touchpad.
Sound features Surface has two stereo speakers and a headset jack for listening to music or watching movies. The internal microphones—one in front and one in back—come in handy when making calls or recording videos. Adjust the volume You can control the volume in a few places: Volume rocker. Use the volume rocker (on the left edge). Start screen. Open the Settings charm, tap the sound icon and adjust the slider. Desktop.
Add auto accessories The headset jack works for both audio output and microphone input. You can plug headphones or a headset with a microphone into the headset jack or the USB port. For bigger sound, connect external speakers to the headset jack or USB port, or wirelessly connect speakers using Bluetooth technology. For more info, see the Add, view, and manage your devices section in this guide.
When will I go to the desktop? The pre-installed Office RT apps run in the desktop. You might also go to the desktop to use Control Panel, File Explorer, or a Windows desktop app such as Paint or Notepad.
Use apps Surface comes with a great set of apps such as People, Skype, and Camera. Learn more about these apps in the Built-in apps section of this guide. Find and open apps To find an app on your Surface: Apps view. Swipe up from the center of the Start screen (or click on the lower-left of Start). A list of apps appears. Type an app name or scroll to see all your apps. Use Search. Open the Search charm, and type an app name like Skype.
Switch back to a previous app Touch. Swipe in from the left edge of the screen. Mouse. Move the mouse pointer into the upper-left corner of the screen, and then click. Keyboard. Press Alt+Tab. Switch to a specific app Touch. Swipe in from the left edge, and with your finger still on the screen, move it back toward the left edge. Tap the app you want. Mouse. Move the mouse pointer into the upper-left corner, and then move it straight down. You’ll see the apps you recently used.
Here’s to arrange two apps side-by-side: 1. Open each of the apps you want to use. 2. Open the recently used app list (swipe in from the left edge, and with your finger still on the screen, move it back toward the left edge). 3. Drag an app from the app list until the current app changes size, then let go of the app. 4. To adjust the size of the apps, drag the bar between the apps. If you want to change one of the apps, go to Start or the Apps view and tap or click an app.
To completely stop all processing associated with an app, drag the app to the bottom of the screen, and hold it there until the app flips over. You can see all open apps and services in Task Manager (open the Search charm and type Task Manager to find this app). Close desktop apps It’s still a good idea to close desktop apps, such as Office apps, when you're done using them or before you shut down Surface. You can close an Office app by tapping or clicking the X in the upper-right corner of the app.
Search, share, and settings There are charms to help you find things, share stuff, and change your settings. How to Search The Search charm is the place to search your Surface, the web using Bing, and SkyDrive, plus some apps and the Windows Store. Here’s how: 1. Open the Search charm, and then type what you want to find. As you type, you’ll see search results and suggestions. 2. If you see what you’re looking for, tap or click it to open it. 3.
Tips Keyboard shortcuts. Press +S to open Search. To search for a file (on Surface or SkyDrive), press +F. And to search for a setting, press +W. You can just start typing while you’re on the Start screen (you don’t have to open the Search charm first). To find out how to search using File Explorer, see Search for files in File Explorer on Windows.com. Narrow the scope of search By default, the Search charm searches for apps, files, and settings, plus content on the web.
To save the link in OneNote, choose OneNote. To share a screenshot: Open the Share charm, tap the arrow and choose Screenshot. To change your share settings: Open the Settings charm, tap or click Change PC settings > Search and apps > Share. Share a photo 1. Open the Photos app and find a photo or photos that you want to share. 2. Swipe down or right click a photo to select it. 3. Open the Share charm.
Search for a setting You can use the Search charm to find a setting. Here’s how: 1. Open the Search charm, tap the arrow and choose Settings. 2. Tap the search box and type what you want to find. For example, type sound to find sound settings. 3. If you don’t see the setting you want, tap or click the Search button ( 4. Tap or click a setting to open it. ) to see more results.
Accounts and sign in A user account determines how you interact and personalize your Surface. When you want to use Surface, you sign in with your user account. What type of account do I have? You can sign in to Surface using a local account or a Microsoft account. We recommend using a Microsoft account. To see which type of account you're using: Open the Settings charm, tap or click Change PC settings > Accounts > Your account. o If you see your name and email address, you’re using a Microsoft account.
Manage accounts There are two places you can manage user accounts: PC Settings. Open the Settings charm, tap or click Change PC settings > Accounts > Other accounts. Control Panel. Open the Search charm, type user accounts, then choose User Accounts from the search results. Unlock and sign in Here’s how to unlock and sign in to Surface: 1. Press a key or press and release the power button. 2. Dismiss the lock screen by swiping up from the bottom edge of the screen or press a key. 3.
2. Under PIN, tap or click Add. 3. Type your current password and choose OK. 4. Type 4 numbers for your PIN. Now you can quickly sign in using your four-digit PIN. Create a picture password To find out how to create a picture password, see Personalize your PC on Windows.com. Sign out or lock Your account is automatically locked if you close the Cover or don’t use Surface for a while. Here’s how to manually lock or sign out: 1.
. If you think your Microsoft account has been blocked or hacked, see Get back into your Microsoft account if it's been blocked or hacked on Windows.com.
Apps and games from the Windows Store Discover a variety of great apps and games in the Windows Store. You can browse for apps in a category, or in groups like “Picks for you” and "Popular Now." And if you already know what you want, you can use search. Your account You need to sign in with a Microsoft account before you can install apps from the Windows Store. To see your account info or switch to another Microsoft account: From the Store app, open the Settings charm and then tap or click Your account.
Important You can only install apps from the Windows Store, not from other sources. You can’t install Windows 7 or Windows 8 apps on Surface 2. Notes Need help? Open the Settings charm from the Store app, and then tap or click Help. Can’t find or install an app? See Why can’t I find or install an app from the Windows Store? on Windows.com. Install the same apps as another PC.
Family Safety with the Windows Store You can use Family Safety to control which games and apps your child can see and install from the Windows Store. You can also allow or block specific apps and games. For info about this, see Use Family Safety with the Windows Store on Windows.com. Add or change payment option and see billing history Before you can buy an app, you'll need to add a payment method to your account. To add or change a payment method: 1.
2. Swipe down from the top of the screen, and then tap Your apps. 3. Tap or click the apps that you want to install, and then choose Install. For more info, see What happened to the apps on my PC? on Windows.com. App updates App publishers sometimes update their apps to add new features and fix problems. The Windows Store can automatically install app updates when they become available. To make sure your apps get updated automatically, do this: 1.
Personalize your Surface Add your accounts If you haven’t already added your email and social networking accounts, see the Get started section in this guide. Personalize the Start screen Start screen colors and background You can change the Start screen colors and background. Here’s how: From Start, open the Settings charm, and then tap or click Personalize. To watch a video about this, see Personalize your PC.
Change your lock screen Your lock screen can include a picture, a slide show of pictures, and app notifications such as your next calendar appointment. Here’s where you can change your lock screen settings: Open the Settings charm, tap or click Change PC settings > PC and devices > Lock screen. For more info, see Personalize your PC on Windows.com. Notifications There are many ways to see when you have new email, messages, calendar events, status updates, and Tweets.
Add a language By adding a language, you can change the language that you use to read and write in Windows, apps, and the web. To learn all about this, see Add a language or keyboard on Windows.com. If you want to use different languages in the Office apps, see Office 2013 language options on Office.com. Desktop background, colors, and sounds To change the desktop background, colors, and sounds: From the desktop, open the Settings charm, then tap or click Personalization.
Connect devices Connect a USB mouse, printer, and more Surface 2 has a full-size USB 3.0 port that you can use to connect accessories, such as a printer, camera, music player, phone, a mouse, or even an external hard drive. The first time you plug in a USB accessory, Windows installs the necessary software for you (if needed). Use a mouse You can use the touchpad on your Typing Cover, or add a USB or Bluetooth mouse. USB. Plug the mouse into the USB port on Surface. Bluetooth.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to finish pairing your device. If the accessory requires a passcode (sometimes called a pairing code), you’ll be prompted for it. If you don’t know the passcode, check the info that came with your device or the manufacturer’s website. Notes When pairing a phone, make sure your phone is unlocked and showing the Bluetooth settings screen. If Windows doesn’t find your device, see Troubleshoot Bluetooth on Surface.com.
How do I scan something? You can use the Scan app to scan pictures or documents to a variety of file formats (such as JPG and PNG). To open the Scan app: Swipe up from the center of the Start screen and tap Scan. Need help? In the Scan app, open the Settings charm and then choose Help. Connect to a TV, monitor, or projector You can connect your Surface 2 to a TV to watch movies on a big screen, a projector to share a presentation, or another monitor so you can work with multiple apps.
Which video adapter do I need? To figure out which adapter you need, look at the ports on your TV, monitor, or projector. HDMI port? Use the HD Digital AV Adapter. No HDMI port? Use the VGA Adapter (the VGA Adapter transfers video only, not audio). Surface video adapters are available online in the Microsoft Store. Connect Surface to a TV, monitor, or projector 1. Connect a VGA or HDMI cable to the HDMI or VGA port on your TV, monitor, or projector. 2.
Storage, files, and backup Here’s what you need to know about storage, files, and backup. How much disk space do I have? To see how much disk space you have on Surface: Open the Settings charm, then tap or click Change PC settings > Search and apps > App sizes. Here you can see how much disk space is available, as well as how much space each app is using. Notes Pre-installed software and apps use a significant amount of storage space. See Surface.com/storage for more details.
microSD memory card slot You can add up to 64 GB of storage to Surface by using a microSD, microSDHC, or microSDXC card. Flip out the Kickstand to access the memory card slot. Save files on another computer on your network You can open and save files to computers on your network. For more info, see Share files and folders on a network on Windows.com. (This way files don’t take up space on your Surface.
Open: Tap or click a file. Download: Swipe down on a file (or right-click), and then tap Make offline. Files that are available offline are stored locally on your Surface and can be opened without an Internet connection. For more info, see Get to files when you’re offline on Windows.com. Use removable media to add files Music, pictures, and videos on removable media automatically appear in the Photos, Music, and Video apps. This way you don’t have to add files to your Surface.
Networking Surface has built-in Wi-Fi that you can use to get online. Once you’re online, you can browse the Internet, get apps, send email, and access other computers and devices on your network. Connect to a wireless network 1. Open the Settings charm, then tap or click the wireless network icon . 2. Tap or click a wireless network to connect to it. 3. Tap or click Connect. If prompted, type your network security key (network password), and then tap or click Next.
5. If prompted, type your username and password, and then tap Next. If you don't know this info, check with your network admin. 6. To see if you’re online, go to the Start screen and start Internet Explorer. If Surface doesn’t connect to the Internet using your wired connection, see Connect Surface to a wired network on Surface.com. Join a homegroup When you have several PCs on a network, homegroups make sharing printers and files a lot easier.
Important Surface 2 with Windows RT 8.1 has built-in support for VPN. Third-party VPN software can also be installed, if it's available in the Windows Store. For help with third-party VPN software, contact the third-party VPN provider. Set up a new VPN connection 4. Ask your network admin for your company’s virtual private network (VPN) server name. Example: Contoso.com or 157.54.0.1 or 3ffe:1234::1111. 5. Make sure you’re connected to a network. 6.
Tethering uses data from your cellular data plan. You should be aware of any data limits you have on your plan, so you don't get charged extra. By default, tethered connections on Windows RT 8.1 are metered. Apps and updates may not download over a metered connection. To change this setting or to learn more about this, see Metered Internet connections: Frequently asked questions on Windows.com. Step 1: Share your phone’s Internet connection Windows Phone.
Built-in apps This section highlights some of the apps included with your Surface. Note Some features may not be available in all markets. Office 2013 RT Surface 2 comes pre-installed with Microsoft Office 2013 RT: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Outlook, built especially for tablets. Office 2013 RT has almost the same features as Office 2013 on Windows 7 or Windows 8. To learn about the differences, go to Office.com/OfficeRT.
Pen. To find out how to use a capacitive pen (sold separately) in Office apps (called inking), see Use a pen to draw, write, or highlight text on a Windows tablet on Office.com. Languages. If you want to work with different languages, see Office 2013 Language Options on Office.com. OneNote OneNote is a digital notebook for all of your notes and information. You can create to-do lists with check boxes, add pictures, and format notes with things like tables, bullets, and colors.
To open Internet Explorer, go to Start and tap or click Internet Explorer. For help getting started, check out the Browsing the web on Windows.com. Address bar, tabs, and favorites To show the Address bar, swipe down from the top edge of the screen (or right-click). Tap or click the Address bar and then type what you want to find. To always show address bar: Open the Settings charm, tap or click Options > Always show address bar and tabs. Change settings. Open the Settings charm, tap Options.
Sync your settings. If you’re using a Microsoft account, your favorites, open tabs, home page, history and settings can by synced across your Windows RT and Windows 8 PCs. For more info, see Sync your settings in this guide. Internet Explorer for the desktop You can also surf the web from the desktop using Internet Explorer for the desktop. To open the Internet Explorer desktop app: From the desktop, tap or click the Internet Explorer icon on the taskbar. Change settings.
Using Mail Task What to do Change Mail app settings Open the Settings charm, tap or click Options. Change email account settings Open the Settings charm, tap or click Accounts, then choose one of your accounts. Switch accounts or folders Tap a folder or account to switch to it (lower-left corner). See commands Swipe down from the top edge of the screen or right-click. Send or receive email To manually sync your email, swipe down from the top edge of the screen and then tap Sync (or press F5).
To select continuous messages, hold the Shift key and press the Up arrow or Down arrow key. Mark messages as unread, junk, or Select one or more messages, then swipe down from the top of the flagged screen and choose Flag, Junk or Mark unread. Format text Select text in a new email message to see basic formatting options like the font, emoticons, or a bulleted list. Copy and paste Tap a word then drag a circle to extend the selection.
For info on editing contacts and creating groups, see Contact list management on Windows.com. Connect with people Once you've added some people, you can… Send them a message or email. Call, chat, video call them using Skype. Map their address so that you have directions ready to go. Write on their Facebook wall. Pin a contact to Start: Tap a contact, then swipe down from the top of the screen, and tap Pin to Start.
For info on how to get notified about upcoming events, see How to manage notifications for Mail, Calendar, and People on Windows.com. Camera Surface has two cameras. You can use the front-facing camera to have a video chat with a friend, and the rearfacing camera to record meetings and events. When Surface is positioned on a desk using the first Kickstand position (the more upright position), the rear-facing camera points straight ahead.
Tip When you’re recording video, you can tap anywhere on the screen to take a picture without stopping the recording. Camera options Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to see camera options such as timer, exposure, and the option to switch cameras. A few more camera options are available in Settings (open the Settings charm, and then choose Options). How to get the best shot The Camera app automatically captures several images right before and after you take a photo.
To turn the lock screen camera on or off: Open the Settings charm, tap Change PC settings > PC and devices > Lock screen > Swipe down on the lock screen to use the camera (under Camera). Take a panorama You can capture unique immersive panoramas using the Camera app. Here’s how: 1. Open the Camera app and point the camera at your starting point for the panorama. 2. Tap the Panorama button 3. Slowly tilt or rotate or the camera in any direction.
Share and print photos For info about sharing and printing your photos, see Share and print photos on Windows.com. Edit videos To delete or trim videos: 1. Open the video using the Camera, Photos, or the SkyDrive app. 2. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen. 3. Do one of the following: Tap or click Delete to delete the video. Tap or click Trim to make the video shorter. Move the handles at the left and right ends of the time line to the new start and stop points you want.
No music? If your Collection is empty, add songs to your Music folder and they'll appear in the Music app. If your music is on another computer that’s part of your home network (homegroup), you can join the homegroup and listen to music without copying files to your Surface. For help copying music to your Music folder, see Move files to your Surface in this guide. Playlists. For help creating playlists, see The Music app on Windows.com.
Photos You can use this app to view photos on Surface and on your SkyDrive. If you have photos on your camera or phone, you can import them using this app. To see your photos, go to the Start screen and open the Photos app. Photos from your Pictures folder appear in the Photos app. To see commands like Slide show and Select all, swipe down from the top edge of the screen. Notes For help with the Photos app, see Photos app for Windows: FAQ on Windows.com.
Video You can use the Video app to watch home videos on your Surface, and rent or buy TV shows and movies from the Xbox Video Store. The Video app uses the Xbox Video* service for movies and TV shows. And, it features Instant-on streaming in HD, so you don't have to wait for anything to download—just start watching. *The Xbox Video service isn't available everywhere. Read this info to see where it’s available. Play videos 1. From the Start screen, tap or click Video. 2.
Skype Skype is the always-on app that makes staying in touch easier than ever. Connect with friends, family, and colleagues by using Skype calls, videos calls, and chat. Included with your Surface 2 purchase: One year of free voice calling to landlines in over 60 countries, and free Skype WiFi at over 2 million hotspots worldwide. To activate your free Skype experience, use the code included in your Surface 2 packaging. Offer details.
SkyDrive With SkyDrive, you'll never be without the documents, photos, and videos that matter to you. Your free cloud storage is accessible from any PC, Mac, iPad, or phone. To see what’s on your SkyDrive, go to Start and tap or click SkyDrive. All of the files that you’ve saved on SkyDrive appear. Tap or click a folder name to see the contents. Tap or click a file to open it. Office files open in Office apps and music files open in Xbox Music. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen to see commands.
Get to your files from anywhere When your files are on SkyDrive, you can get to them from any device. You can go to SkyDrive.com using a web browser, you can use one of the SkyDrive mobile apps. Save and open files on SkyDrive You can work with SkyDrive files from the apps you use. When you choose to open or save files from an app, you can choose SkyDrive as the location (if it isn’t already selected). If you don’t want to save to SkyDrive, tap the arrow to switch to This PC.
Xbox Games With the Xbox Games app, you can discover all of the latest Xbox games made for Windows 8.1 and get extras for the game you last played. You can also view all the games you've played across your Xbox 360, Windows PC, and Windows Phone. With the Xbox Games app, you can see which friends are online and what they’re playing. See who’s on top in the leaderboard of your favorite game. You can also view all the achievements you've earned over time. For more info, see Windows 8.
Alarms Reading List Manage and keep track of time by using alarms, timers, Keep track of content that you want to read later. For or a stopwatch. For more info, Alarms app for Windows: more info, Reading List app for Windows: FAQ on FAQ on Windows.com. Windows.com. Travel Sports Plan your trip via travel guides, booking tools, real-time Keep up with all the sports and teams you care about currency conversion, and weather forecasts. with Live Tile updates on your favorite teams.
Weather Movie Moments Prepare for the latest conditions with hourly, daily, and Turn your videos into short movies (60 seconds or less). 10-day forecasts. Compare weather from multiple You can add captions, trim scenes, and add music. For providers, check radar maps, and view historical more info see Movie Moments app for Windows: FAQ weather. on Windows.com.
Additional info you should know This section includes a few more things that would be helpful for you to know. Windows Updates Two types of updates keep Surface performing its best: Windows software updates and Surface hardware updates (also known as firmware). Both types install automatically as they become available. If a restart is needed, you’ll see a message like this: Windows Update Your PC will restart in 2 days to finish installing important updates.
How can I help protect my Surface from viruses? Windows RT includes up-to-date virus and malware protection called Windows Defender. This software helps identify and remove viruses, spyware, and other malicious software. Windows Defender is always on and can't be turned off. To manually scan Surface by using Windows Defender, see How do I find and remove a virus? on Windows.com.
If a security event or hardware failure locks your Surface, you’ll need a BitLocker recovery key to sign in. If you sign in to your Surface with a Microsoft account, a copy of your BitLocker recovery key is automatically backed up to that account. To get your recovery key, go online to BitLocker Recovery Keys. For more info, see BitLocker recovery keys: Frequently asked questions on Windows.com. Refresh Surface If your Surface isn't performing as well as it once did, you can refresh it.
Accessories Accessories add to your Surface experience. Typing Covers Click in a unique keyboard that doubles as a cover. Choose from the following Typing Covers: Touch Cover is a super-thin, pressure sensitive keyboard and touchpad. Type Cover is a slim version of a traditional laptop keyboard with moving keys and a touchpad. Some Typing Covers are available in different colors or designs2. To see what’s available, go to Covers on Surface.com. All Typing Covers can be used with Surface 2.
48-Watt Power Supply with USB Charging Port Use this charger to charge your Surface and a USB accessory, such as your phone, at the same time. For more info, see 48-watt power supply with USB charging port in this guide. Car Charger Use the Car Charger to charge your Surface and a USB accessory (such as your phone) while you’re traveling in your car. For more info, see Car Charger in this guide.
Care and cleaning Here’s how to keep your Surface looking and working great. Touchscreen care Scratches, finger grease, dust, chemicals, and ultraviolet light can affect the performance of the touchscreen. Here are a few things you can do to help protect the screen: Clean frequently. Wipe the touchscreen with a soft, lint-free cloth to clean it. You can dampen the cloth with water or an eyeglass cleaner, but don’t apply liquids directly to the touchscreen.
Help, Service, and Support Surface help Support. For help and support info, go to Surface.com/Support. Find answers and share ideas with other Surface enthusiasts online in the Surface Community forum (Answers.Microsoft.com). Registration. If you haven't registered your Surface, go to Surface.com/Support/Register. Warranty and service. For warranty info, see Surface warranty on Surface.com. If your Surface needs service, see How to get service for Surface on Surface.com.
