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Set up RDP app on iOS device

While we do not recommend accessing a desktop computer from an iOS device due to usability limiations, it is possible, and this guide should help show you how.

Steps

  1. Download the Microsoft Remote Desktop Mobile App by visiting the app store or this link: Remote Desktop Mobile on the App Store (apple.com)
  2. Open the app and allow the requested permissions.
  3. Once the app loads, tap the “+” icon at the top right.
  4. Tap on “Add PC”.
  5. Enter the hostname of your computer (TAP Tech will provide this to you).
  6. You can enter a Friendly Name such as “Work computer” if you would like.
  7. Tap on the item under Gateway, if it says “No Gateway Configured”.
  8. Tap on “Add Gateway”.
  9. Enter the Gateway Name given to you by TAP Tech.
  10. Tap the red back arrow at the top left to go back.
  11. Tap “Save” at the top right.
  12. Tap the red back arrow at the top left.
  13. Tap the “Save” button at the top right.

Updated on October 28, 2022
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