2,122 questions with Azure Virtual Desktop tags

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Install app from Microsoft Store to Entra Domain joined AVD

Hi there, we are looking to install some apps from Microsoft Store to our AVD host pool (windows 11, multi-session, Entra Domain joined) by Nerdio. In our case, we need to deploy ClickUp to our host pool, so everyone can use it. Would be great if…

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

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

2,122 questions
asked 2026-06-11T06:06:48.4566667+00:00
Luke 95 Reputation points
commented 2026-06-17T05:13:12.6+00:00
Himanshu Shekhar 6,700 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Microsoft Excel templates failed to work in entra-domain AVD via Group Policy

Hi there, we run Entra domain joined AVD with windows 11 multi-session and Microsoft 365 apps. However, we face an error when trying to do some security configs on Excel via Group Policy. Initially, there were no Microsoft Office suite administrative…

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

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

2,122 questions
asked 2026-06-15T01:25:13.4033333+00:00
Luke 95 Reputation points
commented 2026-06-17T02:45:52.69+00:00
Himanshu Shekhar 6,700 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Unable to sign in to an Azure Virtual Desktop workspace

Hello, I'm new to Azure Virtual Desktop and I'm trying to create an environment for myself for work, but I can't sign into the workspace. At first, I didn't have single sign-on configured, so when I tried to sign in, I was prompted to input credentials,…

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

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

2,122 questions
asked 2026-06-15T16:36:04.2033333+00:00
mamole-a 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-06-16T16:02:01.9533333+00:00
Andrew Taylor - COREZENN 980 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
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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.

2,122 questions
asked 2026-05-25T20:53:01.34+00:00
shamim 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-06-15T18:50:08.3666667+00:00
Manish Deshpande 6,995 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
2 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Mac Windows app multiple display Issue

I’m using a Mac and connecting to my Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) through the Microsoft Remote Desktop app. When I connect external monitor, the Windows session shows as two displays or split displays instead of just one. I only want AVD to use a single…

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

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

2,122 questions
asked 2025-10-25T04:52:58.2666667+00:00
Surya Gopisetty 25 Reputation points
commented 2026-06-15T16:09:44.8533333+00:00
Malcolm Young 11 Reputation points
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FSLogix Error 1265 – Profile Container Not Mounting | Azure Files Kerberos Auth Failing on AVD (AADDS)

Issue: FSLogix is failing with Event ID 1265 on our AVD session hosts. Users are falling back to local non-persistent profiles instead of loading their VHD profile containers from Azure Files. After investigation, we identified the root cause: Our…

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

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

2,122 questions
asked 2026-06-11T08:44:17.17+00:00
Thamizh Selvi L 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-06-15T05:06:25.8066667+00:00
Himanshu Shekhar 6,700 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Virtual Desktop for a Single Home User

I would like to consider a virtual machine based solution for my "home computer" so that I can take advantage of improved processing horsepower. In particular, I am looking to be able to host applications that I use as part of my personal stock…

Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines

An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.

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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.

2,122 questions
asked 2020-10-18T13:57:37.397+00:00
Christopher Bott 11 Reputation points
answered 2026-06-14T22:37:26.9666667+00:00
Jimmy Li 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.

2,122 questions
asked 2026-05-30T02:23:52.1233333+00:00
Nikhil 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-06-14T12:54:54.15+00:00
Nikhil 0 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.

2,122 questions
asked 2026-06-01T14:10:13.8233333+00:00
Cameron Doubell 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-06-12T05:12:35.86+00:00
Himanshu Shekhar 6,700 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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recommended Windows Update configuration for the AVD session hosts and base image

Hi there, We have a Windows 11 multi-session AVD environment where multiple users log in to complete their daily work. As we manage the environment using Nerdio and maintain a base image, we are considering handling Windows Updates by patching the base…

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

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

2,122 questions
asked 2026-06-08T00:13:51.0133333+00:00
Luke 95 Reputation points
accepted 2026-06-11T06:07:54.1933333+00:00
Luke 95 Reputation points
3 answers

Azure Virtual Desktop

my password expired over the weekend and didn't work over the weekend. Now I can't sign in to AVD. Also I work remotely. thanks, Manny

Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop

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

2,122 questions
asked 2026-06-08T14:19:44.6133333+00:00
Manuel Ramos 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-06-10T15:24:55.86+00:00
Hemalatha 14,445 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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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.

2,122 questions
asked 2026-06-04T04:08:46.4966667+00:00
Luke 95 Reputation points
commented 2026-06-10T04:07:18.69+00:00
Himanshu Shekhar 6,700 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
2 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

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.

2,122 questions
asked 2026-05-19T06:59:54.89+00:00
Deepak Kumar 145 Reputation points
accepted 2026-06-08T11:29:07.32+00:00
Deepak Kumar 145 Reputation points
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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.

2,122 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 6,995 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.

2,122 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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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.

2,122 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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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.

2,122 questions
asked 2026-05-07T16:45:44.45+00:00
Selvakumar Balakrishnan 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-27T08:18:30.3733333+00:00
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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.

2,122 questions
asked 2026-05-25T08:43:45.2466667+00:00
Akheel Ahmed 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-26T10:16:42.0633333+00:00
Hemalatha 14,445 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.

2,122 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.

2,122 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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