Applies to: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2012 R2
Download the Microsoft Remote Desktop Beta client directly from Microsoft, currently version 8.2.27 (you'll find it online, hosted on Hockeyapp, now a division of MS). Lots of improvements including much better UI. 4. is for the beta version, not this one. The following page details the steps necessary to create a Vista Remote Desktop Connection Remote Desktop allows you to take control of another computer on your local network or across the Internet Configuring the Vista Remote Client 1. Go to Start / All Programs / Accessories / Communications / Remote Desktop Connection or Start / mstsc.exe 2.
You can control a remote PC by using a Microsoft Remote Desktop client. The client can run on almost any device, including on your mobile smartphone. The client gives you the same powers you would have if you could reach the PC's keyboard. Through the client, you can:
- Operate the apps that are installed on the PC.
- Access the files and network resources of the PC.
- Leave the apps open when you end the client.
Before you start, see the supported configuration article. The article discusses the PC configurations that the Remote Desktop clients can connect to. Also see the client FAQ article.
The following client apps are available:
| Device | Get the app | Set-up instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Windows Desktop | Windows Desktop client | Get started with the Windows Desktop client |
| Windows Store | Windows 10 client in the Microsoft Store | Get started with the Microsoft Store Client |
| Android | Android client in Google Play | Get started with the Android client |
| iOS | iOS client in the iTunes store | Get started with the iOS client |
| macOS | macOS client in the iTunes store | Get started with the macOS client |
Configuring the remote PC
To configure your remote PC before accessing it remotely, see Allow access to your PC.
Download Rdp Client 8.1 64-bit
Microsoft Rdp Client 8.1 Download
Remote Desktop client URI scheme
You can integrate features of Remote Desktop clients across platforms by enabling a Uniform Resource Identifier (URI) scheme. Learn about the supported URI attributes that you can use with the iOS, Mac, and Android clients.