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Download drivers and firmware for Surface. Updates keep your Surface performing its best. Along with software updates for Windows 10 or Windows 11, it's important to make hardware updates, also known as updates for drivers and firmware. You can quickly check the health of your Surface drivers and firmware using the Surface app.

Learn how to redeem a gift card, code, or Office product key and spend your balance at Microsoft Store online, on Windows, or Xbox.

Cloud gaming on third-party services. Learn about cloud gaming on Xbox using your Android, iOS, or Windows device.

Turn on your TV, projector, or other display. If you're using a Miracast dongle or adapter, make sure it's plugged in to the display. Press the Windows logo key + K , then select the display you'd like to cast to from the list of available devices.

Get to know Game Bar on Windows. Open Game Bar to take control of all your favorite gaming activities while playing on your Windows 10/11 device. Note To use many of the Xbox features within Game Bar, you must have the Xbox app for Windows installed and be signed in. Get the Xbox app for Windows.

Troubleshooting cloud gaming issues. There are many networking factors that can affect your cloud gaming experience. For more info about known issues and fixes, plus additional help troubleshooting other cloud gaming issues on a Windows device, go to: Troubleshoot Windows cloud gaming issues.

Update drivers manually in Windows. Windows 11 Windows 10. Note: The best and safest way to get driver updates in Windows is always through Windows Update. If you are having problems with Windows Update, you might see if any of the links at Update Windows can help you out first.

How to use the PC Health Check app. Windows 11 Windows 10. PC Health Check app brings you up to date info on your Windows device health, helping you take action to improve your device performance and troubleshoot performance problems. It is periodically updated based on customer feedback to help you make the most of your Windows PC.

Find out how to set up and use the Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows, including how to connect the adapter to your Windows device and pair your controller to the adapter.