There are three ways to do this, depending on your goal.

Before you get started, pick a remote access program that works with your phone.

Download AnyDeskto the computer you want to control, and then open it.

The AnyDesk app running on a Windows PC and displaying your Remote Address.

Take note of theYour Addressnumber.

roll out the mobile app on your phone.

Tap thearrowin the mobile app.

The initial set up of the AnyDesk Android app being connected to Windows 11.

You should then see aConnectingwindow.

Your phone is now connected to your PC, and you could control the mouse and keyboard.

Enter a password in the prompt, ensure thatUnattended Accessis chosen for the permission profile, and then selectApply.

Highlighted steps to navigate the AnyDesk Windows 11 firewall prompt.

All you’ll need to do next time you want to access your rig remotely is enter that password.

For spontaneous access, we highly recommend that you implement the remote desktop program on your rig.

One method is touse your phone as a Wi-Fi mouse.

A screen showing how to set a password so you’ll have access to AnyDesk at any time.

kick off the mobile app, and choose your gear from the list of available servers.

From the app’s main screen, chooseBasic Input.

But you’re just viewing themremotely.

Steps to take to work with the Unified Remote app running on an Android phone.

Below is an example of this in action using thePushbullet Android app.

Visit theGet Pushbulletpage to download the Windows and Android apps.

Open both apps, and jump in when asked.

Setting up the Remote Access feature in Pushbullet on a Windows PC.

you’re able to sign in with your Google account for easy setup.

From the desktop app, in theSettingstab, selectRemote Files access.

To access your Windows PC files from the app, go into theAccounttab and tapRemote Files.

The Pushbullet Android app viewing Windows files remotely.

Select your box from the list to instantly see all of its files and folders.

However, it does work in a pinch and also simplifies sharing files with other people.

Let’s use email as an example.

When you view your email on your system, you’re really just pulling that information from the internet.

you’ve got the option to still start and pause a movie, browse the web, etc.

Remote File Access

Accessing your gear’s files remotely can be a lifesaver.

FAQ

You’ll use an app to control your phone from a PC.

Some popular options are AirDroid, Pushbullet, and Samsung Flow.

Some of these options are free, but others have one-time or monthly fees.

Windows 10 and 11 have remote accessbuilt in.

Then, use theRemote Desktop Connectionapp.