Anydesk Desk_rt_21
There are currently two installation modes for AnyDesk for macOS, A) a full installation and B) a portable installation: A) The full installation installs both the AnyDesk client as well as the AnyDesk Services which is required to use features such as being able to connect to the macOS AnyDesk client while the user account has been switched or logged out of. I have MX 18.3 installed, Anydesk 5.1.1 installed and operational. I can remote perfectly if I am logged into MX, however if I havent logged in yet, OR if I log out, then I cannot get back in, even though the Anydesk connection shows the green check mark. AnyDesk can run an unlimited amount of sessions from a device as long as resources allow. AnyDesk also can run several instances on a device. Based on your license, your AnyDesk client can have multiple sessions simultaneously. The Free and Lite license will only allow one simultaneous session. The Professional license allows for as many.
Installation
Note: AnyDesk is available for macOS 10.11. or later.MacOS 11 Big Sur and newer and Apple Silicon devices are only supported on AnyDesk 6.1.0 for macOS or newer.
There are currently two installation modes for AnyDesk for macOS, A) a full installation and B) a portable installation:
A) The full installation installs both the AnyDesk client as well as the AnyDesk Services which is required to use features such as being able to connect to the macOS AnyDesk client while the user account has been switched or logged out of. To do full installation, simply click the orange 'Install Now' tile in the main AnyDesk window and accept the Terms and Conditions.
B) On the other hand, the portable installation only installs the AnyDesk client. To do so, simply drag & drop the AnyDesk application within the .DMG file to the Applications folder on the macOS device. To convert the portable installation to a full installation, simply click AnyDesk in the top global menu bar and select Install AnyDesk Service....
Session Request and Accept Window
The accept window is displayed for incoming clients during session request. Applied to the accept window are client details and available permissions.
Default incoming client permissions:
- Allow to control my computer`s keyboard and mouse
- Allow to access my computer`s clipboard
- Allow to use file manager
- Allow lock my computer`s keyboard and mouse
- Allow to lock desktop on session end
Disabling all options in settings or during session creates a passive remote device.
File Manager
Click 'Browse files' to start the File Manager session.
User Interface
Set interface options:
- Set language
- Ask for comment after session
- Show AnyDesk ID instead of Alias
- Open address book on startup
Audio
MacOS does not support audio transmission.
macOS Shortcuts
In the macOS 'User Interface'-menu, it is possible to choose whether keyboard shortcuts are executed locally or on the remote system.
Additionally, it provides a 'Host Key' (Right Command) that, when held down, forces all shortcuts to execute locally.
See also: Keyboard Shortcuts
Uninstall AnyDesk
To uninstall AnyDesk for macOS:
- Move AnyDesk from the 'Applications' folder to Trash
- Delete the ~/.anydesk/ and /etc/anydesk/ folders for standard AnyDesk clients
- Delete the ~/.anydesk-ad_<prefix>/ and /etc/anydesk-ad_<prefix>/ folders for custom AnyDesk clients
The FAQ addresses common questions in terms of features, usage, as well as support related topics. All sections link to corresponding articles. For detailed documentation use the search bar or write a ticket to support@anydesk.com.
Do I need to install AnyDesk?
How to reset 2FA / Two Factor Authentication
Do I need to be present at the remote side to start a session? (Unattended Access)
I lost my password (my.anydesk.com)
Can I use AnyDesk with other Remote Tools simultaneously?
Can I use my own namespace?
Register or remove the AnyDesk license to a device
Are updates included with AnyDesk licenses?
Where do I find my invoices?
Do my customers need a licensed version?
How to make multiple connections?
Can I transfer files with AnyDesk?
How to connect automatically
Can I offer AnyDesk for downloading on my website?
create a direct link to anydesk.com/download. In this way, your customers will always have access to the latest
version.
Can I keep or move the AnyDesk ID/alias when reinstalling or moving to a new/clone system or hard drive?
Does AnyDesk support Windows server?
Which ports does AnyDesk use?
AnyDesk is slow despite LAN connection
the session and reconnect. In case the direct connection cannot be established, send the trace files fromboth LAN clients to support@anydesk.com.
Why is there an orange question mark next to my cursor?
Can another user connect to me via Browser or my website?
Can I lock the remote screen?
How to work with dual monitors / multiple displays?
Unexpected session ends, disconnects, session interrupts after a certain time
Why do I have to type the unattended password/login information/authorization manually for a specific client?
I cannot connect, because the request was 'blocked/rejected by the AnyDesk settings'.
I cannot use AnyDesk for controlling Security/AntiVirus Software
Can't get a session window, AnyDesk says: Waiting for Image
Anydesk Error Desk_rt_21
If this doesn't fix the issue, a headless display adapter will help, this will force your system to render the image.
Synchronization of the clipboard is not working
Denied mouse cursor/no input on window
AnyDesk or launch it as an administrator on the remote client. Professional license users
can create a custom client that automatically requests administrator privileges upon startup. See also Customize AnyDesk and Administrator_Privileges_and_Elevation_(UAC)
AnyDesk shows 0 as ID
Transmission is too slow. What can I do?
Compatibility in Windows Vista Home Edition
Vista. If this happens, open the properties of the AnyDesk shortcut and select 'Compatibility mode for Windows
XP'.
Scrolling on Android
Keyboard input opens up automatically on Android
How can I close sessions from other devices to free sessions?
I can't control the mouse and keyboard anymore on macOS
If this happened to you, please go to 'System Preferences', 'Security&Privacy', 'Privacy', 'Accessibility' and add 'Anydesk' to your list of trusted apps. More information can be found in AnyDesk on macOS.
I get the message 'Waiting for Image' or 'desk_rt_ipc_error' on macOS
AnyDesk shows a message, to configure your system in the 'System Preferences' to add AnyDesk to the trusted apps list in 'Accessibility' and 'Screen Recording'. More information can be found in AnyDesk on macOS.