> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://octop.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Remote desktop: control the Octop host

> Open the host desktop in your browser and click, type, and use apps as if you were sitting at the machine.

**Remote desktop** shows the Octop host's screen in the browser so you can click, drag, and type. Use it when you need the full desktop — not just the built-in browser or terminal.

```text theme={null}
Control → Remote Desktop → Server
```

This page is for administrators. If you do not see it, ask an admin.

![Remote desktop](https://mintcdn.com/octop/P_aBdthWeK4YndCE/images/ui-remote-desktop.png?fit=max\&auto=format\&n=P_aBdthWeK4YndCE\&q=85\&s=02b65c6614e2dfa60f77726bb56ccff6)

## Connect

**1. Open Server**

In the sidebar, open **Remote Desktop**, then select the **Server** tab.

**2. Check the environment**

Click **Check**. If something is missing, follow the dialog to install it.

* On a Linux server with no graphical session, Octop can install a virtual desktop for you. Enterprise Linux 10 and newer cannot install that desktop.
* On macOS, grant **Screen Recording** and **Accessibility** to the app or terminal that runs Octop, then restart Octop and click **Recheck**.
* On Windows, Octop captures the host screen directly.

**3. Connect and control**

Click **Connect**. Use the canvas like a normal desktop. You can change **Resolution** and **Frame rate**, send shortcuts such as **App menu**, **Terminal**, or **Files**, and enter **Fullscreen**.

## Limits

Up to **three** people can be connected at the same time. If you see a limit warning, close another session and try again.

To control a phone instead, see [Remote phone](https://octop.mintlify.site/guides/remote-phone.md). Browser and terminal stay on [Workbench](https://octop.mintlify.site/guides/browser-terminal.md).


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