General Use of the Windows App

From March 27 2026, the Remote Desktop Client will be deprecated and will no longer be supported by Microsoft. The Windows App will be the primary tool used to stream applications remotely through Azure Virtual Desktop.

Download the Windows App from the Microsoft Store

Once you have installed the Windows App, the applications available to you are included in your Windows App client. The Windows App client can be found by going into your start menu, selecting "All" which reveal the Windows App. The remote applications can only be accessed through your Windows App client and are not installed locally on your machine.

You can see all available applications to you when in Windows App by navigating to "Apps", expand the dropdown menu "Workspace" and then selecting "Azure Virtual Desktop Applications 2026"

Using OneDrive

It is strongly recommended that you use OneDrive to store your files when using the Remote Desktop Client. 

Storing your files in OneDrive will mean you will be able to access them when you are using applications remotely. OneDrive works across all platforms, is available to all staff and students at any time and on any device through Office 365.

You can find further information on using OneDrive below.  (You will be prompted to login to Office 365 to see these resources).

Personal document management with OneDrive

Backing up your files to OneDrive

Managing your shared file permissions

Access OneDrive