Sharing Local Devices from a Mac to Windows Using Remote Desktop Connection (RDP)

Summary

The guide explains how to share local folders and devices (such as printers, microphones, cameras, and monitors) from a Mac to a Windows computer using Microsoft Remote Desktop by configuring settings in the RDP file and enabling resource sharing.

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After you download the RDP file from the Remote Access Dashboard, go to your downloads folder.

Drag the RDP file into the open Microsoft Remote Desktop App.

Uploaded Image (Thumbnail)Select the pencil icon to go to settings.

You will have multiple tabs to change Display settings, Devices & Audio, and Folders.

Under Folders, select the file location you want to share.

Uploaded Image (Thumbnail)Select the + and navigate to the folder.


On the remote machine you should now see that file location under “File Explorer”.

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Alternatively, you can share other local resources like printers, microphones, cameras, and multiple monitors as shown below.

 

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Article ID: 8075
Created
Wed 12/17/25 5:21 PM
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Thu 12/18/25 8:50 AM