I am using "Microsoft-Remotedesktop" from App Store and missing local printer

Hansueli Rickli 0 Reputation points
2024-10-25T14:37:07.9866667+00:00

I am using "Microsoft-Remotedesktop" from App Store and missing local printer.

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A Microsoft app that connects remotely to computers and to virtual apps and desktops.
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  1. Karlie Weng 18,581 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
    2024-10-29T06:03:19.4366667+00:00

    Hello Hansueli Rickli,

    Printer redirection is not available in the store version of Remote Desktop. For this functionality, you may use the built-in MSTSC tool.

    The store version of Remote Desktop is designed to be simpler and more user-friendly, but it lacks some advanced features like printer redirection. The built-in MSTSC, on the other hand, is a more powerful tool that includes printer redirection. If you need to redirect printers, use the built-in MSTSC by typing "mstsc" in the search box.User's image

    To access the Remote Desktop Connection app, type "mstsc" into the search box.User's imageUser's image

    Once you open Remote Desktop Connection, go to the "Local Resources" tab, and there you can check the box for "Printers". This will enable printer redirection during your remote session.

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