Why can't I run Adobe Desktop applications on Windows RT?

Question

Why can't I download any of the creative suites software to used on my surface pro tablet?  I called customer support and the answer was "well you just can't.  We don't support that particular device, or any device from Microsoft.  You need to buy an iPad or android device.". The surface pro is a mini computer.  It has an Intel processor.  It should work the same as a desktop.  Why doesn't adobe recognize it?  Or have I been lied to by somebody in customer support?

Chris Cox · Accepted Answer

Windows RT cannot run Windows applications (like the Adobe Creative Cloud apps).Windows RT can only run apps specifically designed for tablets.

kglad · Answer

do you have a surface pro 3 with win 8.1?

if yes, you can install full adobe programs on it. i have.

if you have surface 2 with win rt, no you can't install adobe programs on it because you have a crippled os.

as far as mobile apps go, the win rt os is not supported. i don't think anyone considers it a mobile device like an ipad.

win rt is more like chrome: a crippled os.

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