How to use remote desktop in Google Chrome

Using the remote desktop in Google Chrome is really easy . Sometimes you may need to control your computer remotely . It can also happen that you have a problem with your PC and a friend can help you by connecting to the team from their mobile. Whatever the case for which it is necessary, the procedure to be carried out will be detailed in this article.

Allow remote control of your computer from another device has been possible for a few years. Although it sounds complicated, the company Google has created a version under its Chrome browser that allows you to interact with your files and information, even if you are not physically in front of the computer. Solve the problems posed in this way. Then we will see how to do this from your PC or mobile device .

From PC

To be able to use the Google Chrome remote desktop from the PC, you can do so with the extension: Chrome Remote Desktop . This is a plugin that works for Windows, Android and iOS, its configuration processes are the same.

Use plugins

This extension is available on the web and works through your Gmail account , it is therefore necessary that you use the same account in your Chrome browser. The same user must be on the primary PC and from which you want to access remotely. Start by installing the extension by following the steps below.

1. Go to the following address: https://remotedesktop.google.com/access
2. Once on the page, press "start" and you must click on the download icon which is highlighted in the image.
3. Press the button to open a window that will take you to the Chrome store.
4. Press "Add to Chrome".
5. Then in "Add an extension". The extension will start to install in the Chrome browser. Once installed, you can now configure your computer so that you have remote access through your Android device.
6. Click on the "remote desktop" icon at the top right to activate it, which will take you back to the setup help.
7. Automatically it will start to download a executable file, which is necessary to bind the access data.
   Note: Once the file is installed, you can start the process of setting up your computer.
8. You must click "Accept and install" and wait for the process to end.

This way the extension will be completely installed. Now, the next thing is to configure your computer so that it is ready for remote access. To do this, follow the instructions below:

1. Choose your computer name , it will appear when you search on other devices.
2. When you have it, click "Following".
3. Then define a 6-digit PIN code for safety and click on "Start".

Please note: This PIN code is the one that you will then be asked to establish the connection between the computer and other devices.

Chrome will connect your computer to the remote access system. After a few seconds, the word "Online" or "Online" should appear under your chosen name . This is a sign that the computer is ready to connect to it.

To associate them with other devices associated with the same Gmail account, you just need to do the following:

1. Make sure you are online and press the blue button .
2. It will ask you to enter the code PIN that you just configured.
3. When you continue, your device will be automatically ready to be associated with others . For the pairing to be successful, the computer and the smartphone must be in the Chrome browser or in the Android Remote Desktop app.

From the mobile

In order for you to access your computer from an Android or iOS mobile phone, you must have installed the Chrome Remote Desktop application . Through the following steps, you will be able to download and install the application successfully .

1. Use the next button to download and install the application on your mobile :
2. After installation, it is necessary to open it, and inside a list will appear. You just have to touch the computer with which you want to link the remote access. It is important to remember that two devices must use the same Gmail account, otherwise it will not appear on your list.
3. Once you have selected the device to pair, you need to enter the PIN code that you previously established and, within seconds, your computer will appear on the mobile screen.

From the screen of your mobile phone you can use your computer remotely , you can also write on the PC using the Android keyboard or your iOS mobile. For additional protection, all of la office session at distance is fully encrypted.

It should be noted that the states
es are exactly the same for an iOS device, it just search the app in the app store and repeat the process already explained.

Reasons to use Google Chrome Remote Desktop

This extension has the advantage of being much easier to install than any other remote access application. Any sessions that you perform through the remote access of this add-on are protected by exclusive Google security features . In addition, it offers other advantages:

• he can help you operate a computer without being physically located in front of it the computer.
• You can help a friend solve any inconvenience that arises from a distance.
• When you have to leave the office in a hurry, this add-on can save you a lot of setbacks and headaches.

Google Chrome Remote Desktop was designed as a tool to easily solve your problems. Other similar apps have more complex setup processes and much less secure than those offered by this extension.