{"id":162755,"date":"2021-03-22T08:00:50","date_gmt":"2021-03-22T08:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sftarticles.wpenginepowered.com\/en\/?p=162755"},"modified":"2025-07-01T21:10:43","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T04:10:43","slug":"how-to-use-anydesk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms-articles.softonic.io\/en\/how-to-use-anydesk\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Anydesk and how to use it"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Anydesk<\/a> is a popular software application that allows multiple users to have remote access to a computer system<\/strong>, its files, and documents. Or it can allow two devices to be connected for file-sharing or for IT staff to iron out bugs in a remote computer, for instance. It\u2019s ideal for long-distance collaboration in the current scenario in which more and more companies have employees working remotely. The German software is used worldwide and has been downloaded more than 500 million times, according to the developers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Anydesk is distributed by Anydesk Software GmbH. It\u2019s free for personal use. Businesses are charged a monthly fee. Before you download it for yourself or your company, let’s take a detailed look at what Anydesk is and how to use it<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is Anydesk and what is it used for?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Anydesk allows you to access your office computer<\/strong> when you\u2019re out of the office. You can easily access data from your office computer, manage your files and transfer them or print them from a remote computer or mobile device. You can even turn your office screen black by enabling privacy mode in the security settings if you don\u2019t want other people in your office to look at what you\u2019re working on from a remote location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How does Anydesk work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The developers of Anydesk say its secure connection, which is encrypted and has a proprietary codec, ensuring trouble-free transmission<\/strong>. It allows connections between different kinds of devices, no matter which platform they\u2019re operating on. The software also allows private users to access their home computers if they\u2019re somewhere else. Business IT personnel can also use it to access staff members\u2019 devices to solve problems if they\u2019re out of the office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to use Anydesk?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before you can use Anydesk, you need to download and install it. Here are the steps to follow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1: Download the Anydesk app<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Choosing your preferred device format lets you start this journey by downloading the Anydesk app for free <\/a>from a trusted provider. You can follow the easy links provided on top for quick installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2: Fire up your new Anydesk app<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can now launch the Anydesk app by clicking on the file. It\u2019ll start running instantly. Under the heading \u2018Remote Desk,\u2019 you can type in the name of the remote device you want to access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3: Green is for GO<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve linked your devices, you press the green \u2018Connect\u2019 button, and you\u2019re ready to go. This app is truly as simple as that. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to give control to Anydesk<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In your Anydesk setting, you can find the Access Control List under the security tab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to give more access to your remote device, you have to unlock the security tab. You can press the + button to add more entries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to share files on Anydesk<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You can copy one or more files to your clipboard on either the remote or local device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When the pending file transfer request appears on the other device, you click on the \u2018File Transfer\u2019 button in the \u2018Accept\u2019 window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A suitable safety protocol to follow when you\u2019ve completed your file transfers is to disable Anydesk when not in use, especially if you\u2019re accessing your remote device via a public WiFi connection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to use Anydesk on mobile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Using Anydesk you can access your personal computer from your mobile phone or tablet <\/strong>if you’re away from home. You will have to download Anydesk on your PC. Also, download the Anydesk app on your phone. Open it and enter the address or ID of the device. Tap the red arrow to use it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You press the red button<\/strong> again to end the session. To communicate between the PC and the mobile device, you\u2019ll have to have them connected to the same network. You\u2019ll be prompted to select a name for your connection. If your PC is on, you can now access and use it from your mobile device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More Anydesk guides<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For more information on Anydesk, visit the following links:<\/p>\n\n\n\n