# How to share and control a remote desktop?

Last Updated On: 08 Sep 2026

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## Description

Endpoint Central's Remote Control capabilities provide access to any remote computer on the network. This requires the **Agent** to be installed on client systems. The following steps assist in sharing and controlling a remote desktop.

**Note**

Enable **ActiveX** controls in the IE browser from where a connection to the client systems is being established (not applicable for Endpoint Central Cloud).

## Steps to share and control a remote desktop using

**Endpoint Central**

1. Define the [Scope of Management](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/help/device-onboarding/scope-of-management-how-to.html) to include the computers to be managed.

   **Note**

   For WAN computers, the 8443 port needs to be enabled on the external firewalls, if any.

2. Go to **Tools** tab and select **Remote Control**.
3. In the Action field, click the **Connect** link corresponding to the computer name to be connected.