#Remote desktop for mac and windows install#

When prompted, enter the username and password that you use on your Windows computer.

Double-click the newly created Remote Desktop.

This is particularly helpful for when you setup multiple remote connections. Then give this connection a “friendly name” – something that indicates which PC you’re connecting to. If you need help figuring that out, it’s super easy and can be done by following the instructions found in this guide. The first is the IP address your PC is using.

From here you’ll need to enter some info about your Windows computer.

Once you’ve reached the main MRD screen, click the Add PC button.

Then click OK when you’re prompted to allow Microsoft Remote Desktop access to your camera.

Now you’ll probably be prompted to allow access for a couple of things – the first is to allow Microsoft Remote Desktop to access your microphone.

Select either Yes or Not now depending on your preference.

Once the installation has completed, launch Microsoft Remote Desktop from your Applications folder.

#Remote desktop for mac and windows install#

Start by heading over to the Mac App Store and install Microsoft Remote Desktop, which is completely free.

Set Up and Configure Microsoft Remote Desktop on Your Mac

That’s it for the Windows settings – now switch over to your Mac.

Now there should be a check in the box labelled Keep my PC awake for connections when it is plugged in.

In the Power & sleep section make sure that Sleep is set to Never.

In order to make sure your PC is always available for remote connections, click the Show settings link.

When prompted, click the Confirm button.

From the menu on the left side of the window, select Remote Desktop.Open your Windows Settings and select the System option.This will allow you to view, control and use your Windows 10 PC remotely from your Mac. This guide will take you step by step through the process of configuring your Windows 10 computer for remote connections, and then setting up macOS to make those connections.