How To Control Remote Computer Using Anydesk

AnyDesk can be installed on a stationary PC or on a laptop through a version adapted for Windows available on its website. Very light, it is limited to 3.2 MB which allows an immediate download and a quick installation. With a weight of 4.9 MB, a version for Linux computers is also available.

AnyDesk is also rejecting its remote desktop offer to allow remote access to Apple Macs. For these terminals, AnyDesk offers AnyDesk OS X. It is also a light version, the installation package is limited to 5.1 MB.

How to Remote Control a Windows PC with AnyDesk on iPhone

First, you need to download and install AnyDesk on the computer you want to establish a remote connection with. You will also need to install the AnyDesk app for iPhone and iPad from the App Store before beginning the procedure.

1. Open AnyDesk on your Windows PC and make a note of your computer’s AnyDesk address located in the left pane. Now, click on the lines icon located in the upper right corner of the window and go to «Settings».
2. Next, go to the «Security» section and check the «Enable unattended access» box as shown in the screenshot below. You will be prompted to set a preferred password.
3. Now open the AnyDesk app on your iPhone or iPad.
4. Enter the AnyDesk address of your computer and tap «Connect».
5. Now, type the password you set on the desktop client and tap «Apply». Enable the option to sign in automatically from now on, to avoid having to enter the password every time you connect to your PC.
6. This will establish the remote desktop connection. You can swipe from the left or right side of your screen when your device is in landscape mode to access the on-screen keyword for typing. To end the remote desktop session at any time, simply drag your finger to the «X» icon at the bottom after swiping left or right.

Top AnyDesk Alternatives

1. SolarWinds Dameware Remote Everywhere (DRE)

What is remote desktop?

A coworker asks to see something on your screen, but you’re in another room.

A friend in another country has a problem with his device and you need a quick and easy way to help him.

Anydesk audio not working.

Make sure «Stream audio output from this desktop» is enabled in the audio settings. Also, go to the «Security» > «Unattended Access» tab and «Remote User Permissions» sections and allow other users to listen to your computer’s sound output.

Make sure «Control my computer’s keyboard and mouse» is checked. In some cases, starting AnyDesk as an administrator on the remote side can resolve this issue.