How to: Download and install Microsoft Remote Desktop on your Mac


Introduction

Browse to https://apps.apple.com/us/app/microsoft-remote-desktop/id1295203466?mt=12 and download the app.

Instructions

1) Open the App Store from your Dock, Applications folder, or Launchpad.

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2) Search for "Microsoft Remote Desktop" or go to https://apps.apple.com/us/app/microsoft-remote-desktop/id1295203466?mt=12.

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3) Next to the result for Microsoft Remote Desktop, click the GET button.

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4) Click INSTALL.

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5) Authenticate using Touch ID.

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Alternatively, you may verify your credentials using your Apple ID and password.

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6) If you encounter further setup screens, you may wish to view our walkthrough of the setup screens to get help with those.


OUTCOME

Microsoft Remote Desktop has been installed. You may access it from your Applications folder, Launchpad, or keep a shortcut in your Dock.

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The next step is to set up a connection profile.