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Windows App for Mac (previously named Microsoft Remote Desktop) is your gateway to securely connect to Windows including remote PCs and admin-provided virtual apps and desktops across Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, Dev Box and Remote…

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Jun 29, 2026Windows App version 11.3.7Mac App Store · macOS 14.0 or later
In this release we made the following updates:
- Added a new Personalization section (under Settings) to customize how the app looks and feels.
- Updated the Quick Launcher to make it detachable, resizable and independent from the Connection Center lifetime.
- Moved the Search control from the sidebar to the toolbar, and reordered the toolbar items.
- Updated the First Run Experience and permission request dialogs.
- Resolved an issue where tab navigation on the sidebar wasn't working after the app was launched.
- Corrected default device card thumbnail aspect ratios that could become distorted after resizing the Connection Center.
- Fixed a bug that caused the Settings dialog to not open in the current active space.
- Adjusted the default size of the Connection Center for macOS 26+.
- Optimized device card thumbnail rendering performance in the Connection Center.
- Improved app responsiveness by coalescing workspace update-triggered UI refreshes.
- Made updates to improve Continuous Access Evaluation (CAE) scenarios for AVD and Windows 365.
- Resolved app crashes and hangs.
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Embrace the simplicity of a unified client with Windows App and connect to Windows in the cloud with ease and security, from the device of your choice.

GET STARTED

• Learn more about the features of Windows App at https://aka.ms/WindowsApp. • Configure your PC for remote access using the information at https://aka.ms/rdsetup.

KEY FEATURES

• Access remote PCs running Windows Professional or Enterprise and Windows Server. • Access managed resources published by your admin. • Connect through a Remote Desktop Gateway. • Simplified management of your connections and credentials from the Connection Center, including a Favorites page to cater to your unique workflow needs. • Audio and video streaming. • Redirect folders, your clipboard, and local devices such as microphones and cameras. • Teams Media Optimization. • Support for multiple monitors.

By downloading Windows App, you agree to the license (see https://aka.ms/WindowsAppLicense) and privacy terms (see https://aka.ms/privacy).

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In this release we made the following updates:

• Added a new Personalization section (under Settings) to customize how the app looks and feels. • Updated the Quick Launcher to make it detachable, resizable and independent from the Connection Center lifetime. • Moved the Search control from the sidebar to the toolbar, and reordered the toolbar items. • Updated the First Run Experience and permission request dialogs. • Resolved an issue where tab navigation on the sidebar wasn't working after the app was launched. • Corrected default device card thumbnail aspect ratios that could become distorted after resizing the Connection Center. • Fixed a bug that caused the Settings dialog to not open in the current active space. • Adjusted the default size of the Connection Center for macOS 26+. • Optimized device card thumbnail rendering performance in the Connection Center. • Improved app responsiveness by coalescing workspace update-triggered UI refreshes. • Made updates to improve Continuous Access Evaluation (CAE) scenarios for AVD and Windows 365. • Resolved app crashes and hangs.

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