Remote Desktop
Business
Microsoft Remote Desktop provides remote access to Windows desktops and apps.
- Rating
- 4.1
- 109K ratings
- Downloads
- 10M+
- on Google Play
- Price
- Free
- No in-app purchases
- Updated
- Mar 24
- 2020 · v8.1.79.421
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About Remote Desktop
Use the Microsoft Remote Desktop app to connect to a remote PC or virtual apps and desktops made available by your admin. With Microsoft Remote Desktop, you can be productive no matter where you are.
Getting Started
+ Learn how to use Microsoft Remote Desktop at https://aka.ms/rdanddocs.
+ Learn about our other Remote Desktop clients at https://aka.ms/rdclients.
+ Submit feedback at https://aka.ms/rdandfbk.
Features
+ Access remote PCs running Windows Professional or Enterprise and Windows Server
+ Access remote resources published by your IT admin
+ Connect remotely through a Remote Desktop Gateway
+ Rich multi-touch experience supporting Windows gestures
+ Secure connection to your data and applications
+ Simple management of your connections from the Connection Center
+ High-quality video and audio streaming
Permissions
This app requires certain permissions to use features in the app. These are enumerated below.
Optional access
[Storage]: access authority is required to access local drives and documents from the Remote Desktop session when the Redirect local storage feature is enabled.
Getting Started
+ Learn how to use Microsoft Remote Desktop at https://aka.ms/rdanddocs.
+ Learn about our other Remote Desktop clients at https://aka.ms/rdclients.
+ Submit feedback at https://aka.ms/rdandfbk.
Features
+ Access remote PCs running Windows Professional or Enterprise and Windows Server
+ Access remote resources published by your IT admin
+ Connect remotely through a Remote Desktop Gateway
+ Rich multi-touch experience supporting Windows gestures
+ Secure connection to your data and applications
+ Simple management of your connections from the Connection Center
+ High-quality video and audio streaming
Permissions
This app requires certain permissions to use features in the app. These are enumerated below.
Optional access
[Storage]: access authority is required to access local drives and documents from the Remote Desktop session when the Redirect local storage feature is enabled.
What’s new
Version 8.1.79.421 · Updated March 24, 2020
Fixed an issue where barcode scanners didn't work.
User reviews
it is very nice bacause it cantroal any lapto/pc
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Like it.:-)
Fabulas its working very fine on my Samsung A8 lte tab, i can do my work from home like i am working on laptop or pc perfect screen resolution and also its supports my logitech wireless key board, just only thing alt tab not working on my remote pc els very fine good work developers keep it up.
Very very impressed with local network access and Windows10 tablet mode integration.
Good
Frequently asked questions
What can I do with Microsoft Remote Desktop?
You can connect to a remote PC or access virtual apps and desktops made available by your admin.
Where can I learn how to use Microsoft Remote Desktop?
You can learn how to use Microsoft Remote Desktop at https://aka.ms/rdanddocs.
Are there other Remote Desktop clients available?
Yes, you can learn about other Remote Desktop clients at https://aka.ms/rdclients.
How can I provide feedback on Microsoft Remote Desktop?
You can submit feedback at https://aka.ms/rdandfbk.
What resources can I access remotely with Microsoft Remote Desktop?
You can access remote PCs running Windows Professional or Enterprise and Windows Server, as well as remote resources published by your IT admin.
Can I connect remotely through a Remote Desktop Gateway?
Yes, you can connect remotely through a Remote Desktop Gateway.
What features are supported by Microsoft Remote Desktop?
Microsoft Remote Desktop supports a rich multi-touch experience, secure connection to your data and applications, simple management of connections from the Connection Center, and high-quality video and audio streaming.
What permissions does the Microsoft Remote Desktop app require?
The app requires access to certain permissions, including optional access to storage authority to access local drives and documents during a Remote Desktop session.
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