Contributing / May 14, 2019

How do I install apps on Windows RT?

To add new apps to your Surface, follow these steps:

Open the Store app.
Browse for apps, tapping interesting apps to read their description, details, and reviews left by others.
Search for an app.
Tap an app’s name to read more about it.
Install or buy the app.
Wait for the app to download.

Does Microsoft have a PDF app?

Microsoft Edge comes with a built-in PDF reader that lets you open your local pdf files, online pdf files, or pdf files embedded in web pages. The Microsoft Edge PDF reader is a secure and reliable application that works across the Windows and macOS desktop platforms.

Can you still use Windows RT?

Released alongside Windows 8 in 2012, Windows RT was only available on select devices. Although Microsoft discontinued the operating system, you may still have a Windows RT device, as extended support runs until 2023.

What is a Windows RT app?

Windows RT is a special version of Microsoft Windows designed for lightweight PCs and tablets that are based on the ARM architecture, including Microsoft’s Surface tablet. These applications are designed only for the Metro interface and don’t have access to the regular Windows desktop.

Can I upgrade Windows 8.1 RT to Windows 10?

There is no upgrade to Windows 10 from Windows RT 8.1, free or otherwise.

How do I get Microsoft PDF?

Choose File > Export > Create PDF/XPS.
If the properties of your Word document contains information that you do not want included in the PDF, in the Publish as PDF or XPS window, choose Options.
In Publish as PDF or XPS, navigate to where you want to save the file.
Click Publish.

Does Microsoft have a free PDF editor?

And while there are several new features, the main addition is a free PDF editor. The extension lets users rotate, delete, or reorder PDF pages to optimize viewing and printing, transform a PDF into a Microsoft Word document, convert web pages into PDFs, and more.

Can I update Windows RT 8.1 to Windows 10?

Microsoft Surface devices running Windows RT and Windows RT 8.1 will not receive the company’s Windows 10 update, but will instead be treated to an update with only some of its functionality.

Can Windows RT 8.1 be updated?

Windows 8.1 Update If you’re running Windows RT 8.1, you don’t need to do anything to get this update. It’s free, and you’ll get it automatically from Windows Update over the next few weeks. If you aren’t running Windows RT 8.1 yet, get that update first.

Can you update Windows RT 8.1 to Windows 10?

Can you upgrade Windows RT?

The short answer is “NO”. ARM-based machines like the Surface RT and Surface 2 (including the 4G version) will NOT get the full Windows 10 upgrade.

How to read EPUB and PDF books on Surface RT / Pro (Windows 8)?

How to read EPUB and PDF books on Surface RT / Pro (Windows 8) 1. Use Metro Reader to read non-DRM EPUB / TXT books on Surface tablets 2. Use Epubor Ultimate to remove DRM from purchased EPUB / PDF books and read on Surface RT tablets with general reading apps 3.

Is there any Adobe Digital Editions for Windows 8 / RT?

There has been no Adobe Digital Editions for Win 8 / RT by far. You may then think of Kobo reading app for Win 8 / RT or Nook for Win 8 / RT. Well, there is no problem to use Kobo app for reading Kobo books and Nook app for Nook books on Surface RT / Pro.

How to read DRM-free ebooks on Microsoft Surface tablet?

To get decrypted DRM-free eBooks, click to select the book and click the title link under the book cover on the right hand side. The decrypted EPUB / PDF books will be in front of you at once. Then you can transfer the converted DRM-free EPUB / PDF books to Surface tablets and read.

Can I get a replacement reader for my RT8 tablet?

No this is the Microsoft way of saying “So long Suckers” to those that purchased a Windows RT 8.1 tablet. The reader was automatically removed from my device with no prior notification. The Windows store does not provide a replacement. Even though the Reader app is still listed there it does not install.