Microsoft Remote Desktop Tool
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Applies to: Windows Server (Semi-Annual Channel), Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2012
Use the Microsoft Remote Desktop app to connect to a remote PC or virtual apps and desktops made available by your admin. The app helps you be productive no matter where you are. Getting Started Configure your PC for remote access first. Download this app from Microsoft Store for Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 Mobile, Windows Phone 8.1, Windows 10 Team (Surface Hub), HoloLens. See screenshots, read the latest customer reviews, and compare ratings for Microsoft Remote Desktop.
Learn about the available Remote Desktop Services (Terminal Services) command-line tools, with descriptions and links for more detailed information.
Note
To find out what's new in the latest version, see What's New in Remote Desktop Services in Windows Server.
Microsoft Remote Desktop Tool Windows 10
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
| change | Changes the Remote Desktop Session Host server settings for sign in, COM port mappings, and install mode. |
| change logon | Enables or disables logons from client sessions on an Remote Desktop Session Host server, or displays current logon status. |
| change port | Lists or changes the COM port mappings to be compatible with MS-DOS applications. |
| change user | Changes the install mode for the Remote Desktop Session Host server. |
| chglogon | Enables or disables logons from client sessions on an Remote Desktop Session Host server, or displays current logon status. |
| chgport | Lists or changes the COM port mappings to be compatible with MS-DOS applications. |
| chgusr | Changes the install mode for the Remote Desktop Session Host server. |
| flattemp | Enables or disables flat temporary folders. |
| logoff | Signs out a user from a session on an Remote Desktop Session Host server and deletes the session from the server. |
| msg | Sends a message to a user on an Remote Desktop Session Host server. |
| mstsc | Creates connections to Remote Desktop Session Host servers or other remote computers. |
| qappsrv | Displays a list of all Remote Desktop Session Host servers on the network. |
| qprocess | Displays information about processes that are running on an Remote Desktop Session Host server. |
| query | Displays information about processes, sessions, and Remote Desktop Session Host servers. |
| query process | Displays information about processes that are running on an Remote Desktop Session Host server. |
| query session | Displays information about sessions on an Remote Desktop Session Host server. |
| query termserver | Displays a list of all Remote Desktop Session Host servers on the network. |
| query user | Displays information about user sessions on an Remote Desktop Session Host server. |
| quser | Displays information about user sessions on an Remote Desktop Session Host server. |
| qwinsta | Displays information about sessions on an Remote Desktop Session Host server. |
| rdpsign | Enables you to digitally sign a Remote Desktop Protocol (.rdp) file. |
| reset session | Enables you to reset (delete) a session on an Remote Desktop Session Host server. |
| rwinsta | Enables you to reset (delete) a session on an Remote Desktop Session Host server. |
| shadow | Enables you to remotely control an active session of another user on an Remote Desktop Session Host server. |
| tscon | Connects to another session on an Remote Desktop Session Host server. |
| tsdiscon | Disconnects a session from an Remote Desktop Session Host server. |
| tskill | Ends a process running in a session on an Remote Desktop Session Host server. |
| tsprof | Copies the Remote Desktop Services user configuration information from one user to another. |
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