Screens
Screens is a remote desktop app for macOS that lets you connect to and control Macs, Windows PCs, Linux systems, and Raspberry Pi computers.
What is Screens?
Screens is a remote desktop app for macOS focused on connecting to and controlling other computers from your Mac. It is designed for people who need remote access to a home computer, a work machine, a server, or a family member’s Mac for troubleshooting and support. Screens supports connections to Macs, Windows PCs, Linux computers, and Raspberry Pi devices through VNC-compatible remote access workflows. Common uses include reaching files or apps while away from your desk, managing unattended systems, and helping someone remotely without traveling to their location. On Mac, it also offers features such as multiple display selection, secure connection options including SSH tunnelling, clipboard sharing, and file transfer with remote Macs. Screens is published by Edovia and is part of a broader Apple-device experience that also works on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Vision Pro.
Key features
- Connect to Macs, Windows PCs, Linux computers, and Raspberry Pi systems remotely
- Control a remote computer from your Mac with keyboard and pointer input
- Choose a specific remote display or view multiple monitors when supported
- Transfer files between your Mac and a remote Mac
- Use SSH tunnelling and SSH keys for more secure remote sessions
- Save and sync remote connections across Apple devices
- Share clipboard text and URLs with supported remote systems
- Help friends, family, or clients by accessing their Mac remotely
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Safety overview
Status: Mostly safe
Screens is legitimate remote access software, but it can display and control another computer, so treat it like any other tool with access to sensitive work or personal data. Network access, saved connection details, and permission prompts related to remote control are normal for this type of app. Use strong passwords on the computers you connect to, only save credentials on devices you trust, and review which remote machines remain configured in the app.
Recommendation: Keep Screens if you use remote desktop access from your Mac. Remove it if you no longer connect to other computers or prefer a different remote access tool; doing so will remove your local app access and may delete saved connections or preferences if you also erase its support files.
Common paths
/Applications/Screens.app
Cache paths
~/Library/Caches/com.edovia.screens4.mac
Support paths
~/Library/Application Support/Screens
Preference paths
~/Library/Preferences/com.edovia.screens4.mac.plist
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