Reinstall — Remote Desktop Connection

The Microsoft Remote Desktop Connection (RDP) client is a vital tool for IT administrators, remote workers, and everyday users who need to control a Windows PC from another machine. Built into the Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP), it seamlessly transmits mouse clicks, keyboard strokes, and visual displays across networks.

Upon completion, a confirmation message will state "Remote Desktop Connection was successfully installed".

Method 4: Reinstall the Modern Universal Windows Platform (UWP) App reinstall remote desktop connection

Once the system has restarted, you can reinstall the application:

To reinstall the app on Windows 11 (version 23H2 or later), you can use the following steps. This is often necessary if the application is missing, corrupted, or failing to launch. 1. Uninstall the Current App The Microsoft Remote Desktop Connection (RDP) client is

Right-click the and select Terminal (Admin) or Windows PowerShell (Admin) .

Method 2: Reinstall Using PowerShell (Universal Command Line) Method 4: Reinstall the Modern Universal Windows Platform

Before you can reinstall the client, you should ensure it is completely removed. This step is especially important if you suspect a software conflict.