Apple Remote Desktop for iPad
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You can use the Remote Desktop client for iOS to work with Windows apps, resources, and desktops from your iOS device (iPhones and iPads). Use the following information to get started. Be sure to check out the FAQ if you have any questions. Note
Get the Remote Desktop client and start using itThis section will tell you how to download and set up the Remote Desktop client for iOS. Download the Remote Desktop client from the iOS storeFirst you'll need to download the client and configure your PC to connect to remote resources. To download the client:
Add a PCAfter you've downloaded the client and configured your PC to accept remote connections, it's time to actually add a PC. To add a PC:
Need to edit these settings? Press and hold the desktop you want to edit, then tap the settings icon. Add a workspaceTo get a list of managed resources you can access on your iOS, add a workspace by subscribing to the feed provided by your admin. To add a workspace:
After you've finished, the Connection Center should display the remote resources. Once subscribed to a feed, the feed content will update automatically on a regular basis. Resources may be added, changed, or removed based on changes made by your administrator. Manage your user accountsWhen you connect to a PC or workspace, you can save the user accounts to select from again. To create a new user account:
To delete a user account:
Connect to an RD Gateway to access internal assetsA Remote Desktop Gateway (RD Gateway) lets you connect to a remote computer on a corporate network from anywhere on the Internet. You can create and manage your gateways using the Remote Desktop client. To set up a new gateway:
Navigate the Remote Desktop sessionThis section describes tools you can use to help navigate your Remote Desktop session. Start a Remote Desktop connection
Connection barThe connection bar gives you access to additional navigation controls.
Session selectionYou can have multiple connections open to different PCs at the same time. Tap the connection bar to display the session selection bar on the left-hand side of the screen. The session selection bar enables you to view your open connections and switch between them. Here's what you can do with the session selection bar:
Command barThe command bar replaced the Utility bar starting in version 8.0.1. You can use the command bar to switch between mouse modes and return to the connection center. Use touch gestures and mouse modes in a remote sessionThe client uses standard touch gestures. You can also use touch gestures to replicate mouse actions on the remote desktop. The mouse modes available are defined in the table below. Note In Windows 8 or later, the native touch gestures are supported in Direct Touch mode. For more information on Windows 8 gestures, see Touch: Swipe, tap, and beyond.
Supported input devicesThe client has Bluetooth mouse support for iOS 13 and iPadOS as an accessibility feature. You can use Swiftpoint GT or ProPoint mice for deeper mouse integration. The client also supports external keyboards that are compatible with iOS and iPadOS. For more information about device support, see What's new in the iOS client and the iOS App Store. Tip Swiftpoint is offering an exclusive discount on the ProPoint mouse for iOS client users. Use a keyboard in a remote sessionYou can use either an on-screen keyboard or physical keyboard in your remote session. For on-screen keyboards, use the button on the right edge of the bar above the keyboard to switch between the standard and additional keyboard. If Bluetooth is enabled on your iOS device, the client automatically detects the Bluetooth keyboard. While certain key combinations might not work as expected in a remote session, many of the common Windows key combinations, such as CTRL+C, CTRL+V, and ALT+TAB will work. Tip Questions and comments are always welcome. However, if you post support requests or product feedback in this article's comments section, we won't be able to respond to your feedback. If you need help or want to troubleshoot your client, we highly recommend you go to the Remote Desktop client forum and start a new thread. If you have a feature suggestion, you can tell us using the client user voice forum. |