Browse topics for Surface RT

Getting Started

• Get to know your Surface RT

  Learn about the hardware and software features of your Surface RT.

• Get to know Windows

  From the new Start screen to charms to apps from the Windows Store, there’s a lot to explore on Windows.

• Troubleshoot Surface activation

  Learn what to do if you see a message that Windows can’t be activated.

• Install and uninstall apps on your Surface RT

  Learn how to find, install, and update apps from the Windows Store on your Surface RT. Find out how to remove apps you no longer use.

• Touch: Tap, swipe, and beyond

  Take a look at the touch interactions you can use on your Surface, from tapping to sliding to swiping.

• Charms: Search, share, start, devices, and settings

  Learn how to use the charms to search, share, play to printers and devices, and change settings on Microsoft Surface.

• Mail

  Get all your email in one place using the Mail app that’s included with Surface. Find out how to add accounts, manage mail, and use the print, search and share features from Mail.

• How to register your Surface

  Learn the benefits of registering your new Surface - it's quick and easy.

• Browse the web with Internet Explorer

  Learn about browsing the web using your Surface. Find out about the latest features in Internet Explorer and troubleshoot issues.

• Watch TV shows, movies and videos on your Surface

  With the Video app that comes with Surface, you can buy and rent the latest movies and TV shows and watch them while you’re on the go or on the couch.

• Listen to music on Surface

  Read about how to create playlists and purchase songs from the Xbox Music Store, using the built-in Music app.

• View and import photos

  You can see all your photos in one place using the built-in Photos app on Surface. Find out how to import, view, and organize your photos all in one place.

• Share photos, links and more

  Use the Share charm to quickly share files, photos, links, and info with people and apps.

• Add a Bluetooth device

  Learn how to get Bluetooth devices, such as wireless mice, keyboards, and headsets, working with your Surface.