


You use a connection to connect directly to a Windows PC and a remote resource to use a RemoteApp program, session-based desktop, or a virtual desktop published on-premises using RemoteApp and Desktop Connections.

Add a Remote Desktop connection or a remote resource.(If you skip this step, you can't connect to your PC.) Set up your PC to accept remote connections.Download the Microsoft Remote Desktop client from the Mac App Store.Test-drive new features by downloading our preview app here: beta client release notes.įollow these steps to get started with Remote Desktop on your Mac:

The information in this article applies primarily to the full version of the Mac client - the version available in the Mac AppStore.The Mac client runs on computers running macOS 10.10 and newer.Curious about the new releases for the macOS client? Check out What's new for Remote Desktop on Mac?.In the Finder window, click “Go,” “Connect to Server” and then “Browse.” Select the name of your PC from the list of connections, and click “Connect As.” Enter your Workgroup name, username and password when prompted.Ĭlick “Remember This Password in My Keychain” to make connecting your Mac and PC easier in the future. Make a note of your Workgroup name and computer name as you will need this information when connecting to your PC from your Mac.Ĭlick the “Finder” icon in the Dock of your Mac. Right-click the background of the Start screen to reveal the task bar, and click “All Apps.” Right-click “Computer” and select “Properties” from the drop-down menu. Right-click your Ethernet connection, and click “Turn Sharing On” followed by “Yes, Turn On Sharing and Connect to Devices.” Point the cursor to the upper-right corner of the Start screen in Windows, move the cursor down and click “Settings.” Click the “Network” icon, which looks like a cable attached to a computer.
