- Start
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When the TouchRemote PC Software is started it automatically minimises to the notification area of the Windows taskbar (usually on the bottom right of the desktop).
Notification area icon Notification area icon connected Notification area icon functions Double click Opens PC Software Right click Opens menu Minimising the window always brings it back to the notification area.
- Main Window
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- Menu
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On the left the menu tiles are shown. A click on each tile leads you to the corresponding feature.
AdaptersThe Adapters page shows detailed information about the Bluetooth and network adapters installed on the PC. If you want to set up a connection on the app manually you'll find all required information there.
SettingsOpens the Settings page. More information below.
ManualOpens this manual in the default browser.
UpgradeOpens the Upgrade page that allows you to enter your licence key or to purchase one (only shown in Demo).
HelpOpens the Help & Feedback section of this website in the default browser.
InfoShows information about the PC Software like the installed version etc.
Menu - Staus Area
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On the right the status area is shown.
Connection StatusShows the current connection status as well as any connection related issues.
PC NameShows the name of the PC as specified by Windows. It is similar to the name of the PC shown in the app.
Status area
- Settings
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Network Port
Sets the port on which the PC Software is waiting for a connection. If you change the default value (8888) you must add the port to IP or hostname in the connection settings of the app (e.g. 192.168.247.51:7000).
PasswordEnter an arbitrary password for access to the PC via TouchRemote. It must be entered into the connection settings in the TouchRemote App later to allow authentication to the PC Software. The password is case sensitive and it must have at least 6 characters. (If you do not enter a password, unsecured connections are possible with the scan feature of the app)
Mouse AccelerationSets acceleration of mouse pointer when controlled via TouchRemote. This setting is independent of system's mouse acceleration.
BluetoothYou can disable Bluetooth if you do not need it. In this case TouchRemote will not force your PC to be visible to other devices via Bluetooth.
NotificationsDisable this option to turn off TouchRemote's baloon messages on the notification area of the Windows taskbar.
Receive Beta UpdatesEnable this option if you want to get notifications about Beta updates. Note that while Beta versions have the newest features included they are test versions and may yet have bugs. If enabled you should enable Beta updates in TouchRemote App as well (Android: Install TouchRemote BETA).
Path to VLC PlayerSet the file system path to VLC Media Player executable (vlc.exe) here if you installed it manually. Path is determined automatically if VLC Media Player was installed with an installer.