Introduction

This article will go over the different options with the Citrix WorkspaceApp Toolbar, and when to use them.

Applicability

This document applies to anyone using the Citrix WorkspaceApp, connecting to Virtual Computer Services (VCS).

Details

Using the Citrix Toolbar

Home - This will minimize the Desktop Viewer application, and show the endpoint desktop. This is mostly when using VCS in full screen mode.

Windo… - This lets you select the virtual desktop you want to use. It is possible use more than one virtual desktop at a time, however, for the vast majority of people, only one desktop is used at a time.

Ctrl+Alt+Del - This sends a Ctrl,Alt,Del command to the virtual desktop. Most common reasons would be to initiate a password change, or lock the screen. *Note* If pressing Ctrl Alt Del on the keyboard, this will send the command to the endpoint, not the VM.

Preferences - Opens up options for Citrix Workspace App, Most of the options revolve around peripheral devices, local drive access, and display options

Devices - This quickly lets you toggle attached devices using Generic mode. For VCS, this isn’t usually needed to be used that often.

Window - This will toggle between Windowed mode and Full Screen for the Desktop Viewer application. This will be used when configuring multiple displays, or if you want VCS to show on a different screen.

Disconnect - This will close the Desktop Viewer window, and will lock the VM. The virtual machine is still running on the server, with all the applications and documents still open.

Shortcuts - This is not used.

Preferences

Devices Tab

File Access

Connections

Display

Settings in this tab are generally not adjusted.

Monitor Layout

This allows you to create virtual monitors. In the example below, a vertical divider has been placed at 50% (which will create two equal sized virtual monitors). Clicking Apply and then toggling the desktop viewer between windowed mode and full screen will enable the changes. This can be handy for ultra wide monitors, or high resolution displays.

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