How to setup RDP from Mac to Windows

Looking to establish a remote desktop connection from your Mac to a Windows machine? You’re in the right place!

In this article, we will guide you through the process step-by-step, making it easy for you to access your Windows PC from your Mac and work seamlessly across different devices. Setting up a remote desktop connection allows you to control your Windows computer from anywhere, whether you’re in the next room or miles away. It’s a convenient solution for those who need access to their Windows applications or files while using a Mac.

With our detailed instructions, you’ll learn how to configure your Windows PC to allow remote connections, install the necessary software on your Mac, and establish a secure connection between the two.

Get ready to unlock the flexibility and freedom of remote desktop connection from your Mac to Windows.

RDP from MAC to Windows guide

Allow remote desktop users to your windows machine

1. Search for remote desktop on your windows PC

2. Open the remote desktop settings:

3. Turn Remote Desktop ON

4. Click Remote desktop Users

5. Click add to add local users

For adding an Azure AD user, use the below command

net localgroup “Remote Desktop Users” /add “AzureAD\email address of the user”

Setting on your Mac OS:

From App Store Download Microsoft Remote desktop.

Once installed on Mac

6. Click + sign and add PC

7. Once added double-click on the new pc

8. When prompted for login for AzureAD\email address and email password

We hope this guide helps show you how to setup Remote desktop from MAC OS to Windows, but if you need further advice, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

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