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Synchronizing your tablet
When you use your Microsoft account to sign in to Windows 8.1 devices, the settings
such as browser history, Windows and app settings, Start screen, and personal files
are automatically synchronized.
NOTE:
To synchronize, the devices must be connected to the internet. If you are
using a local account, switch to a Microsoft account to enable synchronization.
Tap Settings
account.
To customize the synchronizing settings:
1
Swipe-in from the right edge of the display to access the Charms menu.
2
Tap Settings
Restoring your operating system
CAUTION:
Restoring the operating system deletes all data on the hard drive
and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your tablet.
If possible, back up the data before using this option.
This option restores the operating system on your tablet to the operating state it
was in when you purchased the tablet. Use this option only if it is not responding,
behaving unexpectedly, or has other software-related issues.
Refreshing your tablet
CAUTION:
It is recommended that you back up your data before refreshing
your tablet.
Refreshing your tablet restores Windows to original factory settings without deleting
any of your personal files, apps installed from Windows Store, or personalization
settings. Tap Settings
Recovery.
1
Swipe in from the right edge of the display to access the Charms.
2
Under Refresh your PC without affecting your files, tap Get started .
3
Read the warning and tap Next.
→ Change PC settings → Accounts → Connect to a Microsoft
→ Change PC settings → OneDrive → Sync settings.
→ Change PC settings→ Update and recovery→
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