To work efficiently, use these built-in hotkeys to manage your session without touching your mouse: Toggle Full Screen mode Ctrl + Alt + Shift + Del Send Ctrl + Alt + Del to the remote machine Ctrl + Alt + Shift + 1-9 Switch between remote monitors Ctrl + Alt + Shift + C Open the Chat window Ctrl + Alt + Shift + P Take a screenshot of the remote screen
This maps every key on your physical keyboard to the exact same key position on the remote machine. It is best when both computers use identical hardware layouts. anydesk keyboard
| Issue | Probable Cause | Recommended Fix | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Layout mismatch (e.g., UK vs US) | Switch to "Translate" mode in AnyDesk menu. | | Keys Stuck | Connection drop while key pressed | Click "Actions" > "Release Keys". | | Shortcuts Not Working | Intercepted by local OS | Use the "Actions" menu to send shortcuts. | | No Input Accepted | Permissions restricted | Request "Interactive Access" or have admin grant permission. | To work efficiently, use these built-in hotkeys to
AnyDesk offers different ways to translate your keystrokes to the remote machine. You can change these during a session by clicking the in the AnyDesk toolbar. | | Keys Stuck | Connection drop while
AnyDesk detects the layouts. If they match, it uses 1:1; if they differ, it switches to Translated. 2. Common AnyDesk Keyboard Shortcuts