Some users have reported that the Allow remote connections to this computer are greyed out, and by default, the Don’t allow remote connections to this computer is checked. In this post, we will present the solution to this issue.
To enable Remote Desktop in Windows 11/10, you have to check a few settings and enable them. The first setting is to check whether Remote assistance is enabled or not. Then, you need to check whether Allow remote connections to this computer is enabled or not. Both settings are very important for accessing RDP on a Windows machine.
Remote Desktop option greyed out in Windows
If you’re faced with this Remote Desktop option greyed out the issue, you can follow the instructions outlined below to resolve the issue.
Since this is a registry operation, it is recommended that you back up the registry or create a system restore point as necessary precautionary measures. Once done, you can proceed as follows:
Press Windows key + R to invoke the Run dialog.
In the Run dialog box, type regedit and hit Enter to open Registry Editor.
Navigate or jump to the registry key path below:
Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Terminal Services
At the location, on the right pane, double-click the fDenyTSConnections entry to edit its properties.
In the properties window, input 0 in the Value data field.
- 0 = Allow users to connect remotely using Terminal Services / Remote Desktop
- 1 = Disallow users to connect remotely using Terminal Services / Remote Desktop
Click OK to save changes.
Exit Registry Editor and restart your computer.
Once you have completed this procedure, the Remote Desktop option should be greyed out, and an issue should be resolved on your Windows computer.
Remote Desktop (RDP) is mostly used by IT professionals, customer support representatives, and Managed Service Providers (MSPs). In most corporate companies, users use RDP to access client machines and work remotely.
Further troubleshoot: Remote Desktop connection issues on Windows.
How do I unlock Remote Desktop on Windows?
To unlock Remote Desktop on Windows 11/10, press the Windows Key and type “advanced system.” Click “View advanced system settings,” go to the “Remote” tab, and select “Allow remote connections to this computer.”
How to enable Remote Desktop when greyed out?
To enable Remote Desktop when greyed out, go to System Properties > Remote tab and ensure “Allow remote connections to this computer” is selected. Also, check your Group Policy settings under Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Remote Desktop Services to ensure it’s not disabled.
How do I enable RDP on my Windows?
To enable RDP on Windows, navigate to ‘Settings’ > ‘System’ > ‘Remote Desktop’. Toggle ‘Enable Remote Desktop’ to ‘On’ and follow the prompts. Ensure your computer is set to allow remote connections and firewall settings permit RDP traffic.
