Why is my Remote Desktop connection slow on Mac?

Slowness often occurs when the connection falls back to WebSocket over TCP instead of using UDP Shortpath. This skill analyzes application logs to find the exact bottleneck and protocol failure reason.

Does this work with the new Windows App?

Yes, it is specifically designed for the modern 'Windows App' (the successor to Microsoft Remote Desktop) and supports AVD, W365, and Dev Box connections.

How do I know if my connection is using the optimal protocol?

The skill checks your connection metadata; if it shows 'UDP' or 'UDP Multicast,' you have the optimal connection. If it shows 'WebSocket' or 'TCP,' the skill will investigate why Shortpath failed.

Where are Windows App logs located on macOS?

Logs are stored in ~/Library/Containers/com.microsoft.rdc.macos/Data/Library/Logs/Windows App/. This skill automatically locates and parses the most recent logs for you.

Can this skill fix VPN interference with RDP?

Yes, it identifies if your VPN is capturing STUN/TURN traffic and provides the specific routing rules (DIRECT rules) needed to bypass the proxy for Microsoft VDI services.

Windows Remote Desktop Doctor

Name: Windows Remote Desktop Doctor
Author: daymade

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Diagnoses and optimizes Windows App and Azure Virtual Desktop connection quality on macOS by analyzing transport protocols and network interference.

This skill provides a comprehensive diagnostic workflow for troubleshooting Windows App (formerly Microsoft Remote Desktop), Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), and Windows 365 connection issues on macOS. It specializes in identifying why connections fall back to high-latency WebSocket or TCP protocols instead of optimal UDP Shortpath. By analyzing system network interfaces, routing tables, and detailed application logs, it detects VPN/proxy interference, STUN/TURN negotiation failures, and ISP-level restrictions, providing actionable fixes to reduce round-trip time (RTT) and improve remote work performance.

주요 기능

01Detection of VPN and proxy interference with STUN/TURN protocols

02Real-time monitoring of RDP transport protocols (UDP vs. TCP/WebSocket)

03ISP-level UDP restriction testing via STUN connectivity checks

04Automated analysis of Windows App diagnostic logs on macOS

05656 GitHub stars

06Network interface and routing table validation for VDI traffic

사용 사례

01Reducing high latency (RTT) in Azure Virtual Desktop sessions on Mac

02Fixing 'WebSocket fallback' issues when UDP Shortpath fails to establish

03Resolving connection drops caused by VPN/proxy routing conflicts

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