Help and how-to


New phone?

Start here first to get your phone set up and working the way you want it to.

Basics

Find out how to update the phone software, use Speech on the phone, and other basic tasks.

People + email

Want to send email and text messages? Check Facebook? Find a contact? It's all here.

Pictures

Learn how to take pictures and share them immediately with your network.

Browsing + maps

Your phone gives you access to the world, and a way to navigate through it.

Music + videos

Keep your music collection in your pocket all the time.

Apps + games

You'll never be bored again, with a collection of apps and games to keep you (and your kids) busy.

Office Mobile

Microsoft Office Mobile on your phone allows you to view, edit, and share Office files anywhere, anytime.
Featured topics
Having trouble downloading apps? Make sure your phone is running Windows Phone 7.5.
Nokia has identified a data connectivity issue with Lumia 900 phones. See the Nokia website for details.
See what cool features we've included in our latest software release.
All you need to know to get started with your new Windows Phone.
Personalize your Start screen to suit your style.
You don't always have to tap. Try using voice commands instead.
Baffled by the hieroglyphics at the top of your screen? See our handy guide.
Check out our quick tip, overview, and step-by-step videos.
Try our support forums, tutorials, and troubleshooting tools.
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*Some features, applications, and services are not available in all areas. See your service provider for details. Application availability and pricing are subject to change. Except where noted, information on this site refers to functionality in Windows Phone 7.5.