Mac Setup - Windows 365 Enterprise Cloud PC

The first and most accessible option is the Windows 365 web client. The Windows 365 web client is directly available on Mac devices in basically any browser. When the user signs into the Windows 365 web client, they will receive a simple overview of the available Cloud PCs.

An article of how to access the Cloud PC via the web client can be found here: https://support.patriotgis.com/support/solutions/articles/17000163652

Download the Windows app from the Mac App Store

Before you can connect to a Cloud PC, you need to download and install the Windows app on your Mac.

Open the Mac App Store on your Mac device.
In the search bar, type Windows App and press Return.
Locate the official Windows App from the search results and click on it.
Click the Get button to start the download process.
After the installation is complete, click Open to launch the Windows app.

Activate Full Keyboard Access

Mac users can now use the Windows app with full keyboard support, including shortcuts and navigation keys. This update improves compatibility between Mac and Windows, offering a smoother user experience.

Click the Apple menu and select System Preferences on your device.
Go to Accessibility.
In the right sidebar, select Keyboard.
Enable the toggle button for Full Keyboard Access.

Connect to a Cloud PC

After installing and configuring the Windows app, you can connect to a Cloud PC by adding your account or workspace.

Open the Windows app that you installed earlier.

Note: If it's your first time using the app, follow the onboarding tour or select Skip to proceed.
On the Devices tab, click the plus (+) icon, then choose one of the following options from the dropdown menu:
- Add Work or School Account: For accessing resources assigned by your organization.
Click Add to save the cloud PC to your device list.
To access the cloud PC, locate the cloud PC you just added on the Devices tab.
- Double-click the cloud PC to initiate the connection.
- If prompted, enter your user credentials for the cloud PC.
Once connected, you’re ready to start using your cloud PC and its resources.