Screens 5: VNC Remote Desktop

Screens 5: VNC Remote Desktop


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5.2.2for iPhone, iPad and more
8.7
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Edovia Inc.
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20.7 MB
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May 5, 2024
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About Screens 5: VNC Remote Desktop

Remote computer control, anywhere you are.

Easily control your Mac, Windows PC, Linux PC, or Raspberry Pi from anywhere, whether you're in your living room, a local coffee shop, or even on the other side of the world. Screens is the versatile remote desktop solution you can rely on for its speed, security, and reliability, offering seamless control over your devices.

With Screens, your computer is always within reach, offering the ultimate remote control experience. Here's what makes Screens your ideal choice:

Connect from anywhere:

Install Screens Connect on your Mac or Windows PC to gain access from anywhere in the world. Now, your computer is conveniently within reach regardless of your location. Screens can also connect to any computer using Tailscale.

Curtain Mode:

Safeguard your privacy with this feature, which masks the display of the remote Mac you connect to. Keep your work discreet, whether you're in a shared workspace or anywhere else.

Secure Connections:

Screens ensures secure connections to your computer. Just enable Remote Login on your Mac, or configure your Windows PC, Linux PC or Raspberry Pi to support SSH connections, and you're ready to roll. Screens also supports SSH keys for added security.

Effortless Mac Login:

Screens automates your Mac user password entry for quick, hassle-free logins. Connect with ease and save time.

Display Selection:

Easily choose the display for Macs with multiple screens or opt to show them all. Screens remembers your preference for future sessions.

Clipboard Sharing:

Seamlessly exchange rich text, URLs, images, and more between local and remote clipboards. Keep your content synchronized without a hassle.

Session Selection:

When someone is logged into a remote Mac, Screens offers you the choice to share their screen or initiate a new session, giving you control.

Shortcuts Toolbar:

Access your favorite shortcuts at your convenience with our scrollable toolbar, boosting your productivity.

External Input Devices Support:

Connect your device to a Magic Keyboard or a compatible external keyboard and pointing device for a natural, seamless remote computer control experience.

Easy to use:

Manage your computer effortlessly with familiar controls, ensuring a consistent experience on your iOS device, Mac and Vision Pro.

Assist Friends and Family:

With our free Screens Assist utility (Mac), you can assist your loved ones by troubleshooting issues, performing app updates, and more. Tech support has never been more accessible.

Other Features:

• Adaptive and Full display quality
• Control or simply observe the remote computer
• iCloud Synchronization
• Full URL Schemes Support
• Secure Content with Touch ID and Face ID
• And So Much More!

Special Requirements:

• A VNC Server, such as UltraVNC or TightVNC, is required for Windows PC connections.
• Windows and Linux PCs, as well as Raspberry Pi, support text and URL sharing.
• Screens does not support sound transmission due to the limitations of the VNC protocol.
• Screens Connect requires macOS 10.11 El Capitan or later for Mac, Windows 7 SP1 or later for PCs. A free Screens ID is needed.
• Screens does not support connections from your PC.

Screens is your trusted remote control companion, ensuring that your computer is accessible, secure, and under your command, no matter where you are. Control your world with Screens.

* Privacy Policy: https://screens.app/privacy
* Terms of Use: https://screens.app/terms
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What's New in the Latest Version 5.2.2

Last updated on May 5, 2024
Old Versions
- Experience improved performance with our new rendering engine.
- Easily declutter your interface by hiding unused sections.
- Organize library items based on connection count for better organization.
- The Spotlight shortcut now automatically brings up the virtual keyboard.
- Configure Screens to use ⌘-\ on your hardware keyboard for seamless app switching, bypassing iOS limitations with ⌘-Tab.
- Optimize your experience with specific codecs for PC connections.
- Customize image compression quality for each connection to suit your needs.
- Create and delete your Screens ID directly from the app instead of going on our website.
- Enjoy stability and performance enhancements.
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Version History
5.2.2
May 5, 2024
- Experience improved performance with our new rendering engine.
- Easily declutter your interface by hiding unused sections.
- Organize library items based on connection count for better organization.
- The Spotlight shortcut now automatically brings up the virtual keyboard.
- Configure Screens to use ⌘-\ on your hardware keyboard for seamless app switching, bypassing iOS limitations with ⌘-Tab.
- Optimize your experience with specific codecs for PC connections.
- Customize image compression quality for each connection to suit your needs.
- Create and delete your Screens ID directly from the app instead of going on our website.
- Enjoy stability and performance enhancements.
5.2.1
May 4, 2024
- Experience improved performance with our new rendering engine.
- Easily declutter your interface by hiding unused sections.
- Organize library items based on connection count for better organization.
- The Spotlight shortcut now automatically brings up the virtual keyboard.
- Configure Screens to use ⌘-\ on your hardware keyboard for seamless app switching, bypassing iOS limitations with ⌘-Tab.
- Optimize your experience with specific codecs for PC connections.
- Customize image compression quality for each connection to suit your needs.
- Create and delete your Screens ID directly from the app instead of going on our website.
- Enjoy stability and performance enhancements.
5.2
May 4, 2024
- Experience improved performance with our new rendering engine.
- Easily declutter your interface by hiding unused sections.
- Organize library items based on connection count for better organization.
- The Spotlight shortcut now automatically brings up the virtual keyboard.
- Configure Screens to use ⌘-\ on your hardware keyboard for seamless app switching, bypassing iOS limitations with ⌘-Tab.
- Optimize your experience with specific codecs for PC connections.
- Customize image compression quality for each connection to suit your needs.
- Create and delete your Screens ID directly from the app instead of going on our website.
- Enjoy stability and performance enhancements.
5.1.5
Mar 27, 2024
- Resolved issue with the text cursor disappearing when connected to a PC.
- Enhanced stability and performance.
5.1.4
Mar 19, 2024
- Addressed issue with mouse clicks not registering in certain apps when using custom controls.
- Implemented stability enhancements and performance optimizations.

If you're finding Screens useful, we kindly invite you to share your positive feedback in an App Store review. Your ongoing support is greatly appreciated!
5.1.3
Mar 6, 2024
- Fixed issue that could prevent the Caps Lock key to work under some circumstances.
- Stability and performance improvements.

Your feedback means the world to us! If you're enjoying Screens 5, we'd greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to share your positive experience with others by leaving a review on the App Store. Thank you for your support!
5.1.2
Mar 1, 2024
- Enhanced connection status testing for Screens Connect items to provide more accurate statuses.
- Automatic unlocking using Face ID or Touch ID for added convenience.
- Option to use either the left or right Option key to send iOS-specific special characters to the remote computer (feature disabled by default; check app settings to enable).
- Drag-and-drop functionality now supported for rearranging items within Screens Connect and Custom Screens sections.
- Sorting capability added for items in Recents, Screens Connect, and Custom Screens sections.
- Help section now includes a link to Screens Assist instructions for easy sharing.
- Option to duplicate custom items or create new custom items directly from Nearby or Screens Connect items.
- Improved usability of the expand button on the floating toolbar, making it easier to access quick actions.
- Automatic sign-out from Screens ID in case of incorrect password or deleted user.
- Two-finger double-tap gesture implemented for toggling toolbar visibility.
- Enhanced Navigation and Modifiers popovers in the toolbar for iPhone users.
- Resolved issue causing floating toolbar to enter an invalid state upon exiting the app.
- Rectified issue preventing the shared clipboard from adhering to the default behavior set in the app settings.
- Resolved an authentication issue that was hindering users from connecting to Macs running macOS versions older than 10.15.
- Various performance and stability enhancements.

Hey there! We've sprinkled some software magic in these release notes, but we're saving the best trick for last: your 5-star review! Consider it the ultimate high-five for making our day brighter. Thanks for being awesome!
5.1.1
Feb 27, 2024
- Enhanced connection status testing for Screens Connect items to provide more accurate statuses.
- Automatic unlocking using Face ID or Touch ID for added convenience.
- Option to use either the left or right Option key to send iOS-specific special characters to the remote computer (feature disabled by default; check app settings to enable).
- Drag-and-drop functionality now supported for rearranging items within Screens Connect and Custom Screens sections.
- Sorting capability added for items in Recents, Screens Connect, and Custom Screens sections.
- Help section now includes a link to Screens Assist instructions for easy sharing.
- Option to duplicate custom items or create new custom items directly from Nearby or Screens Connect items.
- Improved usability of the expand button on the floating toolbar, making it easier to access quick actions.
- Automatic sign-out from Screens ID in case of incorrect password or deleted user.
- Two-finger double-tap gesture implemented for toggling toolbar visibility.
- Enhanced Navigation and Modifiers popovers in the toolbar for iPhone users.
- Resolved issue causing floating toolbar to enter an invalid state upon exiting the app.
- Rectified issue preventing the shared clipboard from adhering to the default behavior set in the app settings.
- Resolved an authentication issue that was hindering users from connecting to Macs running macOS versions older than 10.15.
- Various performance and stability enhancements.

Hey there! We've sprinkled some software magic in these release notes, but we're saving the best trick for last: your 5-star review! Consider it the ultimate high-five for making our day brighter. Thanks for being awesome!
5.1
Feb 26, 2024
- Enhanced connection status testing for Screens Connect items to provide more accurate statuses.
- Automatic unlocking using Face ID or Touch ID for added convenience.
- Option to use either the left or right Option key to send iOS-specific special characters to the remote computer (feature disabled by default; check app settings to enable).
- Drag-and-drop functionality now supported for rearranging items within Screens Connect and Custom Screens sections.
- Sorting capability added for items in Recents, Screens Connect, and Custom Screens sections.
- Help section now includes a link to Screens Assist instructions for easy sharing.
- Option to duplicate custom items or create new custom items directly from Nearby or Screens Connect items.
- Improved usability of the expand button on the floating toolbar, making it easier to access quick actions.
- Automatic sign-out from Screens ID in case of incorrect password or deleted user.
- Two-finger double-tap gesture implemented for toggling toolbar visibility.
- Enhanced Navigation and Modifiers popovers in the toolbar for iPhone users.
- Resolved issue causing floating toolbar to enter an invalid state upon exiting the app.
- Rectified issue preventing the shared clipboard from adhering to the default behavior set in the app settings.
- Resolved an issue that occasionally hindered the establishment of a secure connection.
- Various performance and stability enhancements.

Hey there! We've sprinkled some software magic in these release notes, but we're saving the best trick for last: your 5-star review! Consider it the ultimate high-five for making our day brighter. Thanks for being awesome!
5.0.12
Feb 12, 2024
- Screens is now compatible with Vision Pro in iPad mode! Plus, we're crafting a native version set to launch this spring. Check out blog.edovia.com for more details!
- Performance and stability improvements
5.0.11
Jan 15, 2024
- Fixed issue with floating toolbar that could collapse in an invalid state.
- Fixed issue that caused the shared clipboard default value to be ignored.
- Improved stability and performance.

If Screens has made your computing experience smoother than a perfectly brewed cup of coffee, we'd be over the moon if you could sprinkle some positive vibes our way with a review. Your feedback is our secret sauce for reaching computing greatness!
5.0.10
Jan 10, 2024
- Screens won't ask for credentials twice when using a secure connection.
- Addressed keyboard-related issues.
- Improved stability and performance.

If you find value in using Screens, we kindly ask for your support through a positive review. Your feedback means a great deal to us and helps us strive for excellence!
5.0.9
Jan 3, 2024
- Fixed an issue that could cause media playback to pause on the device.
- Fixed an issue that prevented saved screenshots from appearing during connection restoration.
- Added support for password-less users on Macs running older macOS versions. You can now leave the password field empty.
- Improved stability and performance.

We hope that these improvements will enhance your experience. If you enjoy using Screens, we would sincerely appreciate it if you could take a moment to share your positive feedback through a review. Your support means a lot to us!
5.0.8
Dec 28, 2023
- Resolved a bug preventing SSH keys from refreshing during synchronization.
- Added a button to clear custom screenshots in saved screen settings.
- Added a "Close" shortcut (Cmd-W) in the toolbar when connecting to Macs.
- Various bug fixes and overall performance enhancements.

If you enjoy using Screens, we would sincerely appreciate it if you could take a moment to share your positive feedback through a review. Your support means a lot to us!
5.0.7
Dec 19, 2023
- Screens now auto-reconnects after an authentication failure
- Resolved issue causing overwriting of custom screen names under some circumstances
- Much improved left click and drag when using a hardware pointing device
- Fixed keyboard shortcuts not working properly with some configurations
- Fixed a keyboard hardware issue with some configurations
- General bug fixes and improvements

If you're enjoying Screens, we'd be grateful if you could spare a moment to share your positive experience through a review. Your support is truly appreciated!
5.0.6
Dec 18, 2023
- Screens now auto-reconnects after an authentication failure
- Resolved issue causing overwriting of custom screen names under some circumstances
- Much improved left click and drag when using a hardware pointing device
- Fixed keyboard shortcuts not working properly with some configurations
- Fixed a keyboard hardware issue with some configurations
- General bug fixes and improvements

If you're enjoying Screens, we'd be grateful if you could spare a moment to share your positive experience through a review. Your support is truly appreciated!

5.0.5
Dec 14, 2023
- Family Sharing feature now enabled*
- Resolved rare left-click issue on trackpad
- Improved keyboard management
- Fixed scaling problems with certain remote display resolutions
- Added Group column in List mode for Custom Screens and Screens Connect
- Screens now remembers the virtual cursor control mode per session
- General bug fixes and performance improvements

* For Lifetime users, access the app settings under Subscription. Tap on "Upgrade to Lifetime Family" and follow the provided instructions.

If you enjoy using Screens, we'd greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to share your positive experience by writing a review. Your support means a lot to us!
5.0.4
Dec 11, 2023
- Resolved an issue preventing the unregistration of certain computers.
- Addressed the Ctrl-Alt-Del shortcut functionality.
- Rectified the scenario where F keys were not transmitted under specific circumstances.
- Corrected the behavior of Tab and Esc keys, ensuring proper transmission on all systems.
- Fixed an issue hindering the removal of recent items.
- Addressed a clipboard sharing issue that could lead to connection closure.
- Resolved an issue preventing the establishment of secure connections for local computers under certain circumstances.
- Implemented general stability improvements for an enhanced user experience.

If you enjoy using Screens, we'd greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to share your positive experience by writing a review. Your support means a lot to us!
5.0.2
Dec 6, 2023
Stability and performance improvements
5.0.1
Dec 5, 2023
Stability and performance improvements
5.0
Nov 29, 2023

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iPhone
Requires iOS 17.0 or later.
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Requires iPadOS 17.0 or later.
Mac
Requires macOS 14.0 or later.
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