Summary
This article provides steps for installing and using Microsoft Remote Desktop for Mac users.
In this article
Gotchas and Pitfalls
- Not reviewing steps for Saving Files on Your Computer.
Download & Install the Microsoft Remote Desktop Client
This is a one-time step.
Once the application is installed, you will access and use it as you do other applications installed on your computer.
Source: Azure Virtual Desktop Documentation for Users
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(1) From the App store, download and install Microsoft Remote Desktop.
(2) When installation is complete, open the app.
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(3) From the Options menu, open Preferences > General tab.
- At the bottom of the window, set a default location for saving files.
- All files you created when using the Virtual Desktop will automatically be saved here.
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| (4) From the Workspaces tab, click the Add Workspace button.
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(5) Enter the FSU workspace URL: https://rdweb.wvd.microsoft.com.
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(6) Sign in with your FSU credentials.
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| (7) Launch the application you need to use. |
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Saving Files to Your Computer Using Virtual Desktop
To save files when using the Virtual Desktop, there are two steps to remember.
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(1) From the applications File menu, choose Save or Save As.
Note: In this example, we are using the SPSS application.
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(2) From the Look in drop down, confirm that the default location you set for saving files is automatically selected.
Example: Downloads on ComputerName
To change where a file is saved, expand the Look in drop down to select a different location with the word βonβ in its name.
On indicates locations on your computer.
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