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Access your computers from anywhere. Screens lets you remotely access your Mac, Windows PC, Linux PC, or Raspberry Pi from your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Vision Pro. Whether you’re connecting to a remote workstation, a headless Mac mini, or helping friends and family, Screens delivers fast, secure, and reliable remote desktop access wherever you are. REMOTE ACCESS FROM ANYWHERE Remote access is built right into Screens on Mac. For older Macs and Windows PCs, install Screens Connect to easily set up remote access over the internet. Need to connect to Linux or Raspberry Pi? Screens also integrates with Tailscale for secure, hassle-free connections. FAST, SECURE REMOTE DESKTOP ACCESS Screens is optimized for responsive remote control with support for: • Curtain Mode for private remote sessions on Mac • SSH connections and SSH keys • Secure password storage and quick logins • Observe or control remote computers • Adaptive and Full display quality BUILT FOR MODERN REMOTE WORKFLOWS Use Screens to: • Access remote Macs, PCs, Linux systems, and Raspberry Pi devices • Connect to headless Mac mini setups and remote workstations • Monitor long-running tasks from anywhere • Help friends, family, or coworkers remotely • Access your computers while traveling or away from home DO MORE WITH SCREENS Take advantage of powerful system features across iPhone and iPad: • Connect using Siri, Shortcuts, and Spotlight • Quickly connect to saved computers from widgets • Use external keyboards, mice, and trackpads • Use Apple Pencil on iPad • Display your remote computer on an external display with AirPlay POWERFUL FEATURES • Multi-display support • Clipboard sharing • File transfer between iPhone, iPad, or Vision Pro and Mac • Customizable connection settings for individual computers • Dictation support for remote text input • Session selection on Mac • iCloud synchronization • Full URL Schemes support • Touch ID, Face ID, Apple Watch, and password protection COMPATIBILITY • Connect from iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Vision Pro • Connect to Mac, Windows PC, Linux PC, and Raspberry Pi • Screens Connect is built into Screens for Mac on macOS 14.6 or later • Standalone Screens Connect is available for Macs running macOS 10.13 or later and PCs running Windows 10 or later • Clipboard sharing on Windows and Linux supports text only • Sound transmission is not supported due to VNC protocol limitations • Screens does not support connections to iPhone, iPad, or Vision Pro devices Screens gives you secure, reliable access to your computers anytime, anywhere. Privacy Policy: https://screens.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://screens.app/terms
What's New
Version 5.9.2 • Sep 16, 2026
Screens 5.9 is ready for iOS and iPadOS 27, with new ways to connect, improved controls, and refinements throughout the app. # Connect with Siri, Shortcuts & Spotlight Launch saved connections using Siri, Shortcuts, Spotlight, and other system features with the new “Connect to Computer with Screens” action. # Quick Connect Widget Connect to your computers right from your Home Screen with the new Screens widget. # Improved Drag Gestures On-screen drag gestures are now faster and customizable, with a new three-finger gesture for middle-button dragging. # Better Mouse & Trackpad Controls You can now perform right-button drags with a mouse or trackpad, as well as middle-button drags with a mouse. # Custom Grid Ordering Arrange your connections exactly how you want them by dragging them around the grid. # AirPlay Is Back Stream your remote computer’s display to a TV or other AirPlay-compatible display. Requires iOS or iPadOS 27. # Per-Computer Settings More connection settings can now be configured individually for each computer. # Other Improvements * Added Low (8-bit) colour depth for PC connections. * Added folder support for links. * Added a Touch-and-Hold Drag Delay setting and made dragging more responsive by default. * Added tap-and-hold to Type User Password to skip pressing Return automatically. * Improved connection progress to provide clearer feedback while connecting. * Improved the grid layout on iPhone. * Improved handling when Local Network access has been denied. * Improved the drag indicator. * Fixed an issue where Shared Clipboard could disable itself on iPad. * Fixed a dead zone that could occur on iPhone in landscape orientation. * Fixed numerous UI glitches and other issues throughout the app. Screens 5.9 also includes many performance and reliability improvements for a faster, more polished experience.
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