To download and install the latest version of Microsoft Remote Desktop (recently rebranded as the Windows App ), follow the steps for your specific platform below. 1. Windows

Conclusion

  • Open the App Store on your iOS device.
  • Search for "Microsoft Remote Desktop" and select the result.
  • Tap the "Get" button next to the Microsoft Remote Desktop icon.
  • If prompted, enter your Apple ID password or use Touch ID/Face ID to authenticate.

Core features & performance

Install: The app will automatically install once the download is complete.

Whether you are a developer accessing a server, a designer using Windows-only software, or just checking emails, MRD 10.2 remains one of the most reliable RDP clients for macOS.

4.2 Common Failure Modes

  • WebView2 missing – Resolved by installing Microsoft Edge WebView2 runtime prior to MRD.
  • Store cache corruption – Cleared via wsreset.exe.
  • Network profile – Private network required for discovery; public network restricts remote connections.
  1. Open the Microsoft Store: Click the shopping bag icon on your taskbar.
  2. Search: Type Microsoft Remote Desktop (not just "RDP").
  3. Identify the correct app: Look for the app published by Microsoft Corporation. The logo is a blue monitor with a plug. The current version as of this writing is v10.x, but remember the legacy version 10.2 is functionally identical for basic needs.
  4. Click "Install": Wait for the download and automatic installation.
  5. Manual download alternative: If you cannot access the Store, use the built-in mstsc.exe (Press Win + R, type mstsc, press Enter) – this is the legacy client, but it lacks the modern "102" features like touch input optimization.