User guide

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Clean and care for Surface

To keep Surface looking and working great, clean the touchscreen and keyboard frequently. Also keep the

touchscreen covered when you’re not using it.

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 The touchscreen has been coated to make it easier to clean. You don’t need to rub

hard to remove fingerprints or oily spots. To avoid scratches, use a soft, lint-free cloth to gently wipe the

screen. You can dampen the cloth with water or an eyeglass cleaner, but don’t apply liquids directly to

Surface. Don’t use window cleaner or other chemical cleaners.

 Keep it covered Close the keyboard cover while you’re in transit or not using Surface. If you don’t have

Touch Cover or Type Cover, you can use a sleeve to protect the touchscreen (sleeves are available at

Surface.com/Accessories).

 Keep it out of the sun Do not leave Surface in direct sunlight for an extended period of time.

Ultraviolet light and excessive heat can damage the touchscreen.

Cover and keyboard care

Wipe Touch Cover or Type Cover with a lint-free cloth, dampened in mild soap and water. Don’t apply liquids

directly to the keyboards. Clean often to keep your keyboard cover looking like new. If the spine or the

magnetic connections on your cover get dirty or stained, apply a small amount of isopropyl alcohol (also called

rubbing alcohol) to a soft, lint-free cloth to clean.