How to Use Chrome Remote Desktop on Windows 11

How to use Chrome Remote Desktop on Windows 11

“I’d like to use CRD to remotely control my office computer, so I can access my files stored on it at any time. But I'm not sure how to go about doing it. My computer is running the latest Windows 11. Is there anyone who can help me?”

Two methods to use Chrome Remote Desktop on Windows 11

Here in this post, two methods are provided to teach you how to use Chrome Remote Desktop on Windows 11 to remotely control another computer.

Method 1. Achieve permanent access via PIN

The first method is to achieve Chrome Remote Desktop permanent access via PIN.

Step 1. On both computers, sign in to the same Google Account if you are not logged in. Then, open the Chrome Remote Desktop web page.

Step 2. Click Remote Access first and then click the blue download button.

Step 3. Click on Add to Chrome to add the Chrome Remote Desktop in your Chrome browser.

Step 4. Click Add extension to confirm the download.

Step 5. Click Accept & Install.

Step 6. Enter a name for your computer and then click Next.

Step 7. Choose a PIN with at least 6 numbers, and then enter it twice to start the program.

Step 8. After both computers have successfully created their PINs, you can see the available computers here on the client computer. Click the computer you want to connect to.

Step 9. Enter the PIN of the host computer, then click the blue arrow. Then you can start to control it.

Method 2. Achieve instant remote control via one-time code

The second method is to achieve Chrome Remote Desktop instant access via one-time code.

Step 1. Sign in to the same Google Account and open the Chrome Remote Desktop web page. On the host computer, click Remote Support first and then click the blue download button.

Step 2. After adding the Chrome Remote Desktop extension, click Generate Code.

Step 3. Send the automatically-generated code to the client computer. Note: the code is only valid for 5 minutes.

Step 4. On the client computer, input the code of the host computer in the box, then click Connect.

Step 5. On the host computer, there will be a pop-up window asking whether the host computer allows the control of the client computer. Click Share to establish the instant connection.

Free Chrome Remote Desktop alternative: AnyViewer

You may encounter some problems when using Chrome Remote Desktop, for example, Chrome Remote Desktop Alt-Tab not working, copy-past not working, components missing, etc. If you want a free Chrome Remote Desktop alternative, you can use AnyViewer, which is the professional remote desktop software for Windows, including Windows 11. It can provide you with unattended remote access and instant remote support as well. Compared with CRD, it is pretty much easy to set up. Next, let’s see how to get started with AnyViewer.

Step 1. Download, install and launch AnyViewer on both computers. Go to Log in, and then click Sign up. (If you already have signed up on its official website, you can log in directly.)

Step 2. Fill in the signup information.

Step 3. Then you can see you successfully logged in to AnyViewer. Your device will automatically be assigned to the account you've logged in to.

Step 4. Log in to the same AnyViewer account on the two devices, then you can achieve a direct connection by clicking One-click control.

Conclusion

How to use Chrome Remote Desktop on Windows 11? Here in this post, we provide you with two methods. You can use the PIN code to achieve permanent access, or use the one-time code to achieve instant remote control. Another option for you is to use the free Chrome Remote Desktop alternative, AnyViewer, which provides you with an easier way to achieve remote control.