How to use AnyDesk to Access Remote Computer

Summary

This tutorial video demonstrates how to use AnyDesk, a remote desktop tool, to access and control computers from anywhere. It covers installation, connecting to a remote computer, file sharing, chatting, switching access, and recording sessions. The video also explains unattended access for self-service and mobile connectivity. AnyDesk offers a free version for personal use and a premium plan for advanced features like boot-to-land and privacy mode, enhancing user experience and functionality.

Takeaways

• 🖥️ AnyDesk allows you to remotely control a computer from another location by using its unique address.
• 🔗 You can send and receive files, as well as chat with the person on the remote computer for assistance or troubleshooting.
• 📱 AnyDesk is also available on mobile devices, enabling you to access and control computers from your smartphone.
• 🌐 A working computer and an internet connection are the basic requirements to connect to any computer worldwide using AnyDesk.
• 🔗 To connect to a remote computer, you need to install the AnyDesk app and enter the unique address of the remote computer.
• 🤝 Remote users must grant permission for you to access their computer, which can be done through a simple accept prompt.
• 🔄 AnyDesk provides a feature to switch access between your computer and the remote computer with a 'Switch Sides' option.
• 🎥 You can record sessions while connected to a remote PC, which can be useful for demonstrating how to resolve issues.
• 🔓 Unattended access can be enabled for a computer, allowing you to connect without the need for the remote user's permission, by setting up a password.
• 📲 AnyDesk is available for both Android and iOS, allowing you to connect to a remote computer using your mobile phone.
• 💰 AnyDesk offers a free version for personal use with limited features, while a Premium plan provides extended session times, unlimited recording, and additional features like Wake-on-LAN and Privacy Mode.

Q & A

What is the purpose of AnyDesk according to the video script?

AnyDesk is a software that allows you to remotely connect to and control another computer from your own, regardless of the physical location of the devices.

How can you obtain the AnyDesk address of a computer?

When you launch AnyDesk on a computer, it generates a unique address that is displayed within the application. This address is needed for others to connect to your computer.

What is required to start using AnyDesk?

To start using AnyDesk, you need a working computer, an internet connection, and to download and install the AnyDesk application.

How do you connect to a remote computer using AnyDesk?

To connect to a remote computer, you enter the AnyDesk address of the remote computer in the AnyDesk application on your computer and request permission from the remote user.

What features does AnyDesk offer for communication between the local and remote user?

AnyDesk offers a chat feature that allows users to send and receive messages, facilitating communication between the local and remote user.

How can you share files between your computer and a remote computer using AnyDesk?

AnyDesk allows you to share files by accessing a shared interface that displays files on both the local and remote computers, from where you can select files to transfer.

What is the 'Switch Sides' feature in AnyDesk and how is it used?

The 'Switch Sides' feature in AnyDesk allows you to change the control access between the local and remote computer. It can be used to demonstrate applications or allow the remote user to control your computer.

Can you record sessions while connected to a remote PC using AnyDesk?

Yes, AnyDesk has a session recording feature that allows you to record your interactions with a remote PC, which can be useful for training or troubleshooting.

What is 'Unattended Access' in the context of AnyDesk?

Unattended Access in AnyDesk is a feature that allows you to access a computer without the need for the remote user's approval, provided you have set up a password for it.

How can you connect to a remote computer using AnyDesk from a mobile phone?

To connect from a mobile phone, you need to install the AnyDesk app on your mobile device and enter the AnyDesk address of the computer you want to access, then request permission from the remote computer.

What additional features are available with AnyDesk's Premium plan?

The Premium plan of AnyDesk offers features such as 24/7 access to the computer, the ability to wake up a PC from sleep or boot it up, and privacy mode to turn off the screen of the remote PC.

Outlines

00:00

🖥️ Remote Computer Access with AnyDesk

This paragraph introduces the concept of using AnyDesk to remotely access and control a computer from another location. It explains the basic steps of obtaining the AnyDesk address of the target computer and using the software to operate it. The script also mentions the ability to send and receive files, chat with the remote user, and assist with issues on their computer. The convenience of installing AnyDesk on a mobile phone for accessing files anytime is highlighted, emphasizing the need for a working computer and an internet connection to connect globally.

05:00

🔄 Switching Access and Recording Sessions with AnyDesk

The second paragraph delves into the advanced features of AnyDesk, such as switching access between the local and remote computer without ending the session. It also covers how to record a session, which is useful for resolving issues and providing a record for future reference. The process of enabling unattended access and setting up a password for automatic connection without the remote user's assistance is explained. Additionally, the paragraph discusses how to connect to a remote computer using a mobile phone, once the AnyDesk app is installed. The benefits of the Premium plan, including extended session times, unlimited recording, and exclusive features like booting up a remote PC from sleep or privacy mode, are also highlighted.

Keywords

💡AnyDesk

AnyDesk is a remote desktop application that allows users to access and control a computer from a different location. In the video, AnyDesk is the central theme, as it is the software used to demonstrate how to connect to another computer, control it, and perform various tasks such as file sharing and chatting.

💡Remote Access

Remote access refers to the ability to connect to and operate a computer from a distance. The video script discusses how AnyDesk enables remote access, emphasizing its utility for controlling a computer at a different location, which is a key feature of the software.

💡Unique Address

A unique address in the context of AnyDesk is a specific numerical identifier for a computer, necessary for establishing a remote connection. The script mentions that anyone who wants to connect to a computer needs this unique number, illustrating the importance of this identifier in the process of remote access.

💡File Sharing

File sharing is the process of transferring files between computers. The video explains how AnyDesk facilitates file sharing between the local and remote computers, allowing users to upload and access files on both ends, which is a significant aspect of remote desktop management.

💡Chat

Chat, as mentioned in the script, is a feature within AnyDesk that allows users to communicate with the remote user. It is used for providing assistance or instructions, enhancing the interactive aspect of remote support and control.

💡Mobile Phone

The script highlights the capability of AnyDesk to be installed and used on mobile phones, which means users can access and control a computer from their mobile devices. This feature expands the accessibility of AnyDesk beyond traditional computers.

💡Unattended Access

Unattended access is a feature in AnyDesk that allows a user to access a computer without the need for approval from the remote user. The script describes setting up a password for unattended access, which is useful for scenarios where the user wants to access their office computer from home without assistance.

💡Switch Sides

Switch sides is an action within AnyDesk that changes the control dynamics between the local and remote computers. The script explains how to use this feature to allow the remote user to access the local computer, showcasing the flexibility of access control.

💡Session Recording

Session recording is a feature that allows users to record their remote desktop sessions. The video mentions how to start and stop a session recording in AnyDesk, which can be useful for documenting troubleshooting steps or demonstrations.

💡Premium Plan

The Premium Plan is a subscription service offered by AnyDesk that provides additional features beyond the free version. The script mentions that with the Premium Plan, users get unlimited session timing, recording, and access to exclusive features like Big to Land and Privacy Mode.

💡Big to Land

Big to Land is a feature available in AnyDesk's Premium Plan that allows users to wake a PC from sleep or boot it up remotely. The script briefly touches on this feature as an example of the advanced capabilities provided in the Premium Plan.

💡Privacy Mode

Privacy Mode is another feature of the AnyDesk Premium Plan that enables users to turn off the screen of the remote PC, allowing them to work privately without others seeing the content. The script describes this as a way to enhance privacy during remote sessions.

Highlights

Introduction to using AnyDesk for remote computer access and control.

Obtaining the AnyDesk address to connect to a computer at a different location.

Operating a remote computer using the AnyDesk software.

Sending and receiving files between computers using AnyDesk.

Chatting with the remote user for assistance or troubleshooting.

Installing AnyDesk on a mobile phone for on-the-go remote access.

Requirements for using AnyDesk: a working computer and an internet connection.

Step-by-step guide to install and launch AnyDesk for the first time.

Connecting to a remote computer using its AnyDesk address.

Requesting and granting permission to use a remote computer.

Viewing and interacting with the remote computer's screen.

Sharing files between local and remote computers through AnyDesk.

Using the chat feature to communicate with the remote user.

Switching access between the local and remote computer during a session.

Recording a session with a remote PC for future reference.

Enabling unattended access for connecting to a computer without user interaction.

Setting up a password for secure unattended access.

Connecting to a remote computer using unattended access and a password.

Connecting to a remote computer using AnyDesk on a mobile device.

AnyDesk's free version limitations and the benefits of the Premium plan.

Features exclusive to AnyDesk's Premium plan, such as Wake-on-LAN and Privacy Mode.

How to subscribe to AnyDesk's Premium plan for enhanced functionality.

Invitation to watch a tutorial on using TeamViewer and subscribe to Learners for more content.

Transcripts

hi guys today we are going to see how

you can use any desk on your computer

and mobile phone let's say you have a

computer and you want to connect to

another computer at a different place

and control this device right from your

computer you can do that by using any

disk so in this video we're gonna see

how you can use any disk and access any

computer like this

now all you need to do is to get the any

test address of this computer and you

can start operating it using the any

disk software on your computer it's that

easy next you'll also be able to send

and receive files from your computer to

this computer also chat with this person

on this computer and provide assistance

or fixed issues on their computer

now the best part is that you can also

easily install any disk on your mobile

phone so you can connect with any

computer and access the files you want

anytime with just a mobile in your hand

okay so all you need to have is a

working computer and an internet

connection to connect to any computer in

the world

I'm Brian from website Learners and

let's get started so first let's see how

you can connect to another computer

which is in a remote place

to connect to another computer first we

need to install the any disk app so to

get it just click the link below this

video

and it will take you to this page now

here click download

and you can see that our file has been

downloaded once you have downloaded it

we can now go ahead launch any desk and

then start using it

so just click here

and as you can see we have got the in a

disk application now this is the unique

address of our computer so anyone who

wants to connect to your computer needs

this number and similarly you need the

any disk address of the other computer

to which you want to connect to

so make sure any desk is launched on a

computer you want to connect

once you have launched any disk on both

the computers we cannot connect to the

remote computer

so to connect to the computer just enter

the any disk address of the remote

computer

press enter

now it will ask the remote user the

permission to use their computer and if

they click accept

they will be connected to the remote

computer

and as you can see we are now able to

view the screen of the remote computer

so now you can start using the remote

computer and view any content you want

on it like this

so this is how you can connect to a

remote computer and access it okay now

once you have connected to a remote

computer you can also share files with

the remote computer and chat with the

remote user so let's see them one by one

first let's see how you can share files

between your computer and the remote

computer

so to share files all you have to do is

just click here

and you'll get a page like this where

you can access all the files on both the

computers

now this is the computer that we are

using and this is the remote computer

that we are accessing so to transfer the

files from this computer to the remote

computer

just select the file you want to

transfer

and here select the location where you

want to transfer the file then click

upload on your computer

and as you can see the file has been

uploaded

so now if we go to that location from

the remote computer you can see that we

have got the file

so this is how you can transfer files

with the remote computer okay now let's

say you're helping another person to

solve an issue and you want to give some

instructions how can you communicate

with them

next let's see how you can use the chat

option

so to use the chat option just click

here

and here enter the message you want to

send

then press enter and the message will be

sent to the remote computer

we'll see a message like this on the

remote computer

and now the remote user can reply to

this message

okay so this is how you can use the chat

option to communicate with the remote

computer

okay now once you have connected with

the remote computer using the any desk

address only you can access the remote

computer and they cannot access yours so

let's say you want to show the remote

user how the application works on your

computer

or let the matches your computer without

switching off the current session

you can do that by giving access to the

remote user to use your computer

so next let's see how you can change

access between your computer and the

remote computer so to switch the axis

just click here

click switch sides

and you will get this dialog box now

click ok

and you can see that the access has been

changed and the remote user can now

access this computer

okay next let's see how to record a

session while connected to a remote PC

now this will be useful while resolving

an issue which you can share to a new

user if the same issue happens again so

to record a session with the remote PC

just click here

and the recording will be started

so once you have done your work again

you can just click here to stop the

recording

and the recording will be saved so to

see it just click here

click session recordings

and here you can see that we have got

the recording so let's open it

and you can see the session we just

recorded

okay this is how you can record a

session on any desk so now you know how

you can connect to a remote computer and

use all the features now let's say you

have a computer at home or office and

you want to access it from some other

place but you don't have the any disk

address of the computer

how can you access the computer

so next let's see how you can connect to

a remote computer without the help of

the remote user now this will be helpful

when you want to access your office

computer from your home without anyone's

help so to do that we need to enable

unattended access and then set up a

password for it so to do it let's go to

remote PC click here

and click set password

here

enable unattended access

and then set up the password for the

axis

I am going to set up my password

and click apply

so now we have successfully enabled the

unattended access which means we cannot

access this computer using the number

and the password which we have set from

any computer anytime we want

so the jacket let's connect from a

remote computer

so just enter the address of the

computer with unattended access

and press enter

now here you need to enter the password

which you have set for that computer I

am going to enter the password which I

have set

and click ok

as you can see we are successfully

connected to the remote computer without

the need for approval from the remote

user okay next let's see how you can

connect to a remote computer using your

mobile phone

so the access to a remote computer from

the mobile first we need to install the

any desk app on our mobile now any desk

is available for both Android and iOS so

install the app based on a device model

once you have installed the any desk app

on your mobile we can now connect to a

remote computer using our phone so to

connect it open the app and here enter

any of the scatters of the computer

which you want to access

then click here

and now if they click accept

you can see that we have got the access

of the computer through our mobile phone

and you can access all the files on this

computer just like we did before

so this is how you can connect

your mobile phone okay so now you know

how to use any desk and its different

features now any desk is free for

personal use and offers a limited set of

features and support so only with the

Premium plan the session timing the

recording is unlimited and all the

features will be accessible and also

there are features that are only

available with the Premium plan

so the first feature is Big to land this

feature lets you awake at PC from sleep

or boot it up to access your files

anytime you want and the next feature is

privacy mode which lets you to turn off

the screen of the remote PC so you can

work without anyone seeing your content

on the other end

so to get the premium plan

video

and here you can choose any plan based

on your need okay so that's it guys this

is how you can use any desk to access a

remote computer now if you want to know

how to use TeamViewer you can watch this

video And subscribe to website learners

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for watching take care bye bye