At work, I have a Mac mini [2012], connected to a 21" monitor running at 1920x1080.
I also have at work a Windows 10 machine [WinBox], similarly running a 1920x1080 monitor.
At home, I have a 27" iMac running at 2560x1440, with which I connect to the work machines using Screen Sharing [to the mini] and Microsoft Remote Desktop [MRD, the WinBox].
When I log into the WinBox with MRD, it does some magic with the display subsystem to give me a remote Windows display with the full resolution of my 27" iMac, 2560x1440, even though the physical 21" monitor at work only runs at 1920x1080 when logged in locally there. This is generally very useful.
When I log into the mini with Screen Sharing, I only get a window with the resolution of the mini's account, 1920x1080, and there seems to be no way to increase it. I tried a second account on the mini to try and get a virtual display instead of sharing that of the logged-in account, with no better luck.
The 2012 mini should support up to 2560x1600 on the Thunderbolt/DisplayPort that the primary 21" monitor is connected to, but the 21" presumably doesn't support anything over 1920x1080, and apparently that monitor controls the resolutions offered to Screen Sharing, even with a separate account.
Short of attaching a different monitor to the mini's video port that does support 2560x1440, is there any good way to get that resolution over Screen Sharing onto my iMac? Or a not-too-hacky and not-horribly-expensive alternative to Screen Sharing?
You can use Horizon Client to customize the display resolution and display scaling for a remote desktop. The display resolution determines the clarity of the text and images. At higher resolutions, such as 1600 x 1200 pixels, items appear sharper. Display scaling, which is represented as a percentage, increases or decreases the size of text, icons, and navigation elements. Custom display resolution and display scaling settings are stored only on the local client system. If you log in to the remote desktop from a different system, the settings are not applied. This feature has the following limitations and considerations.
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RDP doesn't care about what monitor is attached to your server - it cares about the monitor you're looking at. This also isn't a resolution issue, it's a DPI scaling issue. Last I checked, macOS RDP didn't support high DPI scaling. That may or may not have changed, but I can't find anything that says it did. David_CSG might know otherwise, though.
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Big Green Man wrote:
RDP doesn't care about what monitor is attached to your server - it cares about the monitor you're looking at. This also isn't a resolution issue, it's a DPI scaling issue. Last I checked, macOS RDP didn't support high DPI scaling. That may or may not have changed, but I can't find anything that says it did. David_CSG might know otherwise, though.
Second this post.
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A quick look suggests you didn’t invest much time seeking an available solution.Enable “Fit session to window,” and try one of the many available resolutions for one that works for you & your preference[s].See a screenshot below from the app [v10 from Microsoft, for Mac OS].
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This is not correct as it will not scale anything properly, merely changing the resolution.
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Yeah using Royal TX solved it.
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agneev wrote:
Hi all,
I'm trying to access my server through the RDP protocol from my Mac.
The problem is that my server's monitor resolution is 1366x768 whereas my Mac's resolution is 2880x1800. Everything appears fuzzy in the RDP session.
If I change the resolution in the Microsoft Remote Desktop to 2880x1800, everything appears tiny.
So how do I make sure it appears clearly on my Mac??
Is what you wrote. So, “yeah” we’re not psychic. Glad you found something that meets your expectation.
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agneev wrote:
Yeah using Royal TX solved it.
That is because, as I said above, the macOS RDP client doesn't support high DPI scaling. Using an RDP client that does support scaling is the only way to make it work.
How to change screen resolution in Microsoft Remote Desktop app
- Open Remote Desktop App. Click Start, type “Remote”, click on Remote Desktop to open the application.
- Click the triple dot […] next to the connection you want to change.
- Click “Show more” in the right pane.
- Scroll down to Display Settings and select your desired screen resolution.
How do I find my remote desktop resolution?
Go find the file you just saved; right-click it and choose to open with Notepad [or the text editor of your choice]. After you open the file in Notepad, see the screen resolution settings near the top [which came from the Display tab].
How do I make my RDP resolution bigger?
How to Adjust the Screen Size in a Remote Desktop Connection
- Open the “Start” menu and type “mstsc,” and then press “Enter.”
- Click “Options.”
- Click the “Display” tab. Drag the slider bar left or right to reduce or enlarge the display resolution.
How do I change the resolution of Remote Desktop on a Mac?
- On RDC / Mac, select your remote server from the list.
- Select “Edit” from the main menu.
- Select the desired resolution from the “Resolution” list.
- OK / Confirm this screen.
How do I make Remote Desktop full screen on Mac?
In the bar at the top of the Mac screen, click RDC, then preferences. The second tab is “display.” There, in the dropdown menu for “remote desktop size,” choose full screen.
How do I remote desktop from a Mac?
Use Remote Management in Sharing preferences to allow others to access your computer using Apple Remote Desktop. On your Mac, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, click Sharing, then select the Remote Management checkbox. If prompted, select the tasks remote users are permitted to perform.
Does Microsoft Remote Desktop work with Catalina?
Steps are valid for all mac OS versions from the oldest Kodiak up to the newest mac OS Catalina. Probably they will work with future mac OS versions too. Mac OS software which we’re using for connection is “Microsoft Remote Desktop”. This is official way for remote desktop access to server over network connection.
Is there a Remote Desktop for Mac?
For Mac users, the stalwart tool has been the Microsoft Remote Desktop connection. Available now through the Mac App store, it allows users to remotely connect to a Windows desktop to access local files, applications, and network resources.
What is the best remote desktop app?
Top 10 Remote Desktop Software
- TeamViewer.
- Splashtop Business Access.
- ConnectWise Control.
- AnyDesk.
- Zoho Assist.
- VNC Connect.
- BeyondTrust Remote Support.
- LogMeIn Pro.
How can I get free remote desktop?
10 Best Free Remote Desktop Tools You Should Know
- TeamViewer.
- Splashtop.
- Chrome Remote Desktop.
- Microsoft Remote Desktop.
- TightVNC.
- Mikogo.
- LogMeIn.
- pcAnywhere.
How long does Google Remote Desktop last?
The access code will only work one time. If you are sharing your computer, you will be asked to confirm that you want to continue to share your computer every 30 minutes.
Is Google Remote Desktop good?
Chrome Remote Desktop is very good for seeking remote assistance among colleagues. Make sure you don’t leave your device unattended while sharing access. You can also use it to control your devices from one another. I love to be able to control my computer from the comfort of my phone.
Why is Google Remote Desktop so slow?
Believe it or not, your CPU might be the cause of slow Chrome Remote Desktop connection. Namely, it takes some computing to compress video before it’s sent over the network. If your CPU is busy doing something else [like running a simulation of some sort], it will postpone the processing for… quite a while.
How do I improve Chrome Remote Desktop quality?
If you go to the upper left of the Chrome Remote Desktop app and click on the three lines, make sure “Shrink to fit” is unchecked. You can also check “Resize desktop to fit” to make it fit your screen.
How much data is used in remote desktop use?
Hourly bandwidth consumption at rates like these can vary from ~12M to 3.4G+. Unless you are watching video over RDP, the higher end of the ladder is highly unlikely. For normal activity at 1024×768 resolution with standard settings I’d estimate about ~25M per hour.
How do I fix Google Remote Desktop?
Go to Programs and Features. Select Chrome Remote Desktop Host from the list of installed apps. Click the Repair button. Click Yes when prompted by UAC. Wait for the repair tool to fix any issues with the app.
How do I reset my Google Remote Desktop pin?
Go to this link Chrome Remote Desktop and select the edit button where it would give you the option to change your PIN. Alternatively, you could also try to delete the system and add it again. Yes!
How do I setup Google Remote Desktop?
You can set up remote access to your Mac, Windows, or Linux computer.
- On your computer, open Chrome.
- In the address bar, enter remotedesktop.google.com/access .
- Under “Set up Remote Access,” click Download .
- Follow the onscreen directions to download and install Chrome Remote Desktop.
How does Google Remote Desktop work?
Provided your phone is signed into the same Google account you used on your computer, the app will automatically show the computer and allow you to connect to it with one quick tap and a typing of your PIN. You’ll then be able to mouse around on your desktop using your fingers.
Can you give remote access on Google meet?
Unfortunately Google Meet does not have a built-in option to give remote control over to another person. Thankfully Google has provided an incredibly simple tool that can be used right along with Google Meet to accomplish this. That tool is called Chrome Remote Desktop.
Can Chrome Remote Desktop wake from sleep?
You cannot wake a sleeping computer with Chrome Remote Desktop, so you need to ensure that the computer is awake. If that is satisfied, you might try removing and reinstalling remote access on that computer.
Can I use multiple monitors with remote desktop?
Open the Remote Desktop and click the “Options” button on the bottom left-hand corner of the window. Click on the “Display” tab and tick the checkbox that reads “Use all my monitors for the remote session” Once this is selected, you can then click “Connect” and proceed with connecting to the server as normal.
How do I display multiple monitors using Remote Desktop?
Setting up two screens on Remote Desktop
- Close the remote desktop services session you have open.
- Ensure both monitors are working as they should outside of the server session and that you can drag from left to right on the screens in the right direction.
- Then, right click on the remote desktop icon you have set up and click “Edit”.
Can you transfer files with Chrome Remote Desktop?
Can you transfer files with Chrome Remote Desktop? For this you can use Google Drive. While you are logged into your Chrome Remote Desktop, just open Google Drive, and drop your file into it. Open Drive on your remote computer, and pull the file out of Drive.