2,117 questions with Azure Virtual Desktop tags

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Silent install Visio and Project to AVD host pool

Hi there, Currently we are using windows 11 multi-session with Microsoft 365 apps image for our AVD. However, we also need to install Visio and Project desktop apps to the shared host pool, so users who have relevant licenses can use these two apps. Is…

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2026-06-04T04:08:46.4966667+00:00
Luke 75 Reputation points
edited a comment 2026-06-05T01:23:27.7733333+00:00
Luke 75 Reputation points
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AVD clipboard redirection broken after 5/12/2026 updates — rdpclipcdv.exe present but not functioning

Clipboard redirection stopped working on our Azure Virtual Desktop (Azure Government) session host after automatic updates installed on 5/12/2026 (KB5092762, KB5089549, KB5087054). Environment: Host pool: personal, Windows 11 Enterprise multi-session…

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2026-06-03T21:13:44.36+00:00
Jacob Winkhaus 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-06-04T17:22:24.4233333+00:00
Jilakara Hemalatha 14,115 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Windows App on macOS Tahoe Lag

Looking for some advice in relation to the Windows App (AVD) which I have downloaded from the App Store. I have a base 14" MacBook Pro M1. I work for Local Government (Scotland, UK) and to access work systems on my own device, I need to use the…

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2026-05-19T20:50:46.9766667+00:00
Ag9292 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-06-04T16:42:09.5633333+00:00
Manish Deshpande 6,835 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Windows App - Unable to log into AVD sessions

Hi, Has there been any update regarding the Windows App client? Since last Friday, we have received reports that users are experiencing an issue where they are unable to connect to their Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) sessions using the Windows App (version…

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2026-06-01T08:19:00.6866667+00:00
Darwin 10 Reputation points
commented 2026-06-03T11:28:53.98+00:00
Robert Cook 5 Reputation points
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Published app logins in Azure Virtual Desktop fail for all new users and for existing users after password resets.

We’re seeing a problem with Azure Virtual Desktop published apps in Windows App. New users can’t log in at all, and existing users lose access right after a password reset. The login fails before the session host even creates a profile folder, so it’s…

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2026-06-01T14:10:13.8233333+00:00
Cameron Doubell 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-06-03T09:40:29.5133333+00:00
Cameron Doubell 0 Reputation points
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FSlogix not working with Entra ID only identity. All settings are there but it keeps failing

Followed the steps in technet article. COnfigured Windows ACLs and RBAC for users as well as session hosts on shares. [02:19:04.061][tid:00000d38.00001f8c][INFO] Configuration Read (DWORD):…

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2026-05-30T02:23:52.1233333+00:00
Nikhil 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-06-03T03:14:19.9866667+00:00
Himanshu Shekhar 6,420 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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How to extend rules for software installation and web browsing

Dear support team, I work on AVD, but I have no rights visiting even official sites of my clients, but I cannot open it. Access is blocked. The same for any official site of any company. I also cannot install Azure VPN. The local group policy editor…

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2026-06-02T13:31:54.1866667+00:00
Andriy Vlasenko (International Supplier) 0 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
answered 2026-06-02T13:32:15.04+00:00

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User is unable to connect avd

User is part of avd pool desktop but she is not able to connect.

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2026-05-25T20:53:01.34+00:00
shamim 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-27T21:19:38.16+00:00
Manish Deshpande 6,835 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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MCT - Visual Studio Enterprise Subscription - Cannot create AVD host pool

Hi, I am using MCT sponored subscription VSES - Whereas I can create VMs workload and other functionalities. I cannot create Azure Virtual Desktop pools either Entra ID based or Active directory joined. Any limitation in the subscription on any fine…

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2026-05-07T16:45:44.45+00:00
Selvakumar Balakrishnan 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-27T08:18:30.3733333+00:00
Nikhil Duserla 9,860 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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AVD Can't Connect

Our RBKC-AVD is up but its not accessible for the users, pls help

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2026-05-19T06:59:54.89+00:00
Deepak Kumar 105 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-26T10:30:40.1666667+00:00
Nikhil Duserla 9,860 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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I need help in setting up Azure Virtual Desktop for a POC

{ "code": "DeploymentFailed", "target":…

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2026-05-25T08:43:45.2466667+00:00
Akheel Ahmed 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-26T10:16:42.0633333+00:00
Jilakara Hemalatha 14,115 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Need Help with AVD Pink Screen on GPU VMs

Hello Folks, We are implementing AVD for GPU users. They have been experiencing (at random times throughout the day), their screens turning pink and distorted (image attached). Unfortunately, there is not much documentation online for this specific issue…

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2024-04-18T19:53:33.3366667+00:00
John Fowler 5 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-26T07:19:41.4033333+00:00
Oachkazl 0 Reputation points
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Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2026-05-25T23:13:12.7+00:00
Ashley Swearingen 0 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
answered 2026-05-25T23:13:21.7933333+00:00

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AVD pool creation fails with my free subscription and MCT sponsored as well

MCT - Visual Studio Enterprise Subscription - Cannot create AVD host pool Need some assistance in deployment of avd pool in any subscription. I have tried multiple regions no luck. Please dont post AI reply.

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2026-05-23T09:33:19.5833333+00:00
Selvakumar Balakrishnan 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-25T01:42:46.2666667+00:00
Himanshu Shekhar 6,420 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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vmCreation-linkedTemplate-0d336b8c-e524-420a-b054-ff46deba6311 | Overview - AVD pool creation time

VM has reported a failure when processing extension 'Microsoft.PowerShell.DSC' (publisher 'Microsoft.Powershell' and type 'DSC'). Error message: 'The DSC Extension failed to execute: Error downloading…

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2026-05-06T21:25:51.71+00:00
Selvakumar Balakrishnan 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-21T10:49:57.33+00:00
Nikhil Duserla 9,860 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Map X drive from File Server (which is a domain-joined VM) to AVD (entra-joined AVD)

Hi there, we are trying to deploy a solution which is to Map X drive from File Server (which is a domain-joined VM) to AVD (entra-joined AVD). The user workflow will be: AVD users use their Entra id -> access AVD (Entra-joined AVD) from their laptop…

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2026-05-05T23:20:09.49+00:00
Luke 75 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-19T23:11:09.8133333+00:00
Manish Deshpande 6,835 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Printer not being redirected to virtual desktop

Printers are already added to physical host Printer redirection already configured on RDP properties Printer not being redirected and not showing up on Windows settings

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2026-05-01T20:07:12.99+00:00
cloudadmin 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-19T09:45:35.15+00:00
Nikhil Duserla 9,860 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Multiple sessions for users in AVD, FSLOGIX is Unable to logoff user session from SA-AVD-004

Multiple sessions for users in AVD, FSLOGIX is Unable to logoff user session from SA-AVD-004

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2026-05-01T19:57:01.34+00:00
Chelsea Tech 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-19T09:39:21.7966667+00:00
Nikhil Duserla 9,860 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Unknown error (500) in new web client when Workspace is set to private access

feeddiscovery fails with a 500 error in the new web client (windows.cloud.microsoft) when the Workspace resource is configured for private access. This issue does not reproduce in the old web client (client.wvd.microsoft.com/arm/webclient/index.html). …

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2025-09-29T15:31:18.09+00:00
Laurens Bremers 25 Reputation points
edited an answer 2026-05-18T18:00:17.9066667+00:00
Alison A 5,195 Reputation points Admin
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Given Single session Hostpool Access but not showing in the Windows app

Hi , I given access to single session hostpool but not showing in the windows App.. But Multisession Hostpool it was showing.. Pls suggest Thanks

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.

2,117 questions
asked 2026-05-15T04:10:36.4366667+00:00
Vittal Kasaram 40 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-15T07:28:32.6333333+00:00
Ankit Yadav 14,455 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator