Screens 5.8.6 – Powerful Screen Sharing and VNC client

Screens 5 lets you remotely access your Mac, Windows PC, Linux PC, or Raspberry Pi from anywhere—whether you’re at home, in a coffee shop, or on the other side of the world. With speed, security, and reliability, Screens delivers a seamless remote desktop experience on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Vision Pro.

Here’s what makes Screens your ideal choice:

Connect from Anywhere

Install Screens Connect on your Mac or Windows PC for effortless access worldwide. Need to connect to a Linux PC or Raspberry Pi? Screens fully integrates with Tailscale for secure, hassle-free remote connections.

Curtain Mode

Maintain privacy by masking the remote Mac’s display when connected, perfect for shared environments.

Secure & Effortless Connections

Enable Remote Login on your Mac or configure your Windows PC, Linux PC, or Raspberry Pi for SSH support. Screens also supports SSH keys for added security.

Fast & Convenient Logins

Screens automates password entry, letting you connect quickly and efficiently.

Multi-Display Support

Easily select which display to view on multi-screen Macs or show them all. Screens remembers your preference.

Clipboard Sharing

Seamlessly transfer rich text, URLs, images, and more between your local and remote clipboards.

Session Selection

When someone is logged into a remote Mac, you can either share their screen or start a new session.

Raspberry Pi 5 Compatibility

Screens fully supports Bookworm and WayVNC via RSA-AES authentication for smooth performance.

Assist Friends & Family

With the free Screens Assist utility (Mac), you can help troubleshoot, update apps, and more remotely.

File Transfers

Easily transfer files between Macs with a simple drag and drop, making remote file management seamless and efficient.

Additional Features:

• Adaptive and Full display quality
• Control or observe the remote computer
• iCloud Synchronization
• Full URL Schemes support
• Secure content with Touch ID, Face ID, Apple Watch, or a password

Requirements:

• Windows PC connections require a VNC server like UltraVNC or TightVNC.
• Clipboard sharing on Windows and Linux PCs supports text and URLs only.
• Sound transmission is not supported due to VNC protocol limitations.
• Screens Connect requires macOS 10.13 High Sierra or later, or Windows 10 SP1 or later. A free Screens ID is required.
• Screens supports remote access from iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Vision Pro but does not support connections to iOS or iPadOS devices.