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remote access chrome desktop cursor problem multiple displays

by Malachi Abbott Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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There are several methods of remotely connecting a computer with multiple screens. For example, here is one of them: Press Win+R on your keyboard to involve the Run window and type: mstsc.exe /multimon. The “Use all my monitors for the remote session” box will be checked automatically, but for this time only.

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Does RDS web client support multi-monitor?

We have one customer testing it out with us and they want to use multiple monitors on their Chrome box. We're using the Microsoft Remote Desktop app from the play store, and it doesn't seem to have the ability to do multi-monitor. We've also installed the RDS Web Client, and it's not multi-monitor either.

Why does the cursor move client side after the display transition?

It appears to reposition the cursor client-side after the host acknowledges the display transition. This effect gets worse when there is more network latency between the host and client. Confirmed above 50ms at least.

Does the Microsoft Remote Desktop app support multi-monitor?

We're using the Microsoft Remote Desktop app from the play store, and it doesn't seem to have the ability to do multi-monitor. We've also installed the RDS Web Client, and it's not multi-monitor either. We thought we could run the RD Client and the RD Web Client, but once one logs in it kicks the other out.

Why does my cursor stutter when I move it between monitors?

ISSUE: when I move my cursor between two displays, the cursor stutters during the transition between monitors. It appears to reposition the cursor client-side after the host acknowledges the display transition. This effect gets worse when there is more network latency between the host and client.

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How do I use multiple monitors with Chrome Remote Desktop?

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How do I change the mouse pointer in Chrome Remote Desktop?

A quick workaround (that you'll have to repeat each time you connect) is to click, hold, and drag the "Your desktop is currently shared" notification at the bottom of the screen. The mouse pointer will appear (but note that it won't change appearance when you hover over text or links etc).

Is there a problem with Chrome Remote Desktop?

The Chrome Remote Desktop not working issue can occur due to a glitch in Chrome or the Remote Desktop app, a problem with the PIN feature, or even permission issues. Disabling the PIN feature and reinstalling Chrome and the Remote Desktop app seems to have fixed the issue for many.

Can two people use Chrome remote desktop at the same time?

Can multiple users use Chrome Remote Desktop? Yes, multiple users can use Chrome Remote Desktop to access the same physically distant servers from their Chromebook or another local computer. Multiple individuals can be set up in Chrome Remote Desktop to enable connectivity to remote machines.

How do I view my mouse on remote desktop?

There's a temporary workaround: Click, hold, and drag the Chrome Remote notification on the bottom. The mouse pointer will appear.

How do I get out of relative mouse mode?

Connect to the remote desktop. From the Settings dialog box, toggle the Enable Relative Mouse option to on. To deactivate the relative mouse feature, toggle the Enable Relative Mouse option to off.

How many devices can you have on Chrome Remote Desktop?

Chrome Remote Desktop is lightweight, fast, and easy to set up. There's a 100 device limit on how many devices can be managed with the software, making it a popular choice for users with multiple devices who need a simple, straightforward remote desktop interface, or who need to share a screen.

Can two people remote in to the same computer?

Yes it's possible, if you are running a Server version of Windows and you've configured concurrent remote sessions for users. Client versions of Windows (Home, Pro, Enterprise, etc.) do not allow concurrent, active user desktop sessions of any kind, due to licensing.

How do I stop Chrome Remote Desktop from timing out?

Go to settings -> System -> remote desktop -> make sure the "keep my computer awake for remote connections is checked. (You may need to adjust the settings to enable the checkbox to be checked.) Welcome to Super User!

What is relative mouse mode?

Relative Mouse is a method of translating mouse movements as a delta from the last mouse position rather than a move to an absolute position on the screen. This type of mouse control is used in many CAD/CAM, Visual Effects and First-Person Gaming software.

How do I right click on Google Remote Desktop?

You can right click by using 2 fingers at once. This is the same for Microsoft's RD Client app for Android as well.

Does Google Chrome use GPU acceleration?

Google Chrome comes equipped with hardware acceleration, a feature which takes advantage of your computer's GPU to speed up processes and free vital CPU time. However, sometimes driver incompatibilities can cause this feature to misbehave and disabling it could save you a few headaches.

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