GET STARTED

Your workspace, within reach.

You need a development computer and a phone or tablet. Set up the computer first, then install the app and pair.

01 — HOST

Your development computer

Choose a platform for the right steps

Windows Windows 10 1809+

Choose your processor

Run the installer, then open PadRemote Host from the Start menu.

macOS macOS 13+

Choose your processor

Install the .pkg, then open PadRemote Host in ~/Applications.

Linux Debian / Ubuntu · Fedora / RHEL

Choose your processor

Choose .deb or .rpm for your distribution, install with your package manager, then launch from the app menu.

Choose your processor?

Windows: Settings → System → About → System type. Mac: Apple menu → About This Mac. Linux: run uname -m; x86_64 means x64, aarch64 means ARM64.

In the local Host management page, set a connection password of at least 12 characters, add the full path of an allowed project folder and save.
Computer → System settings: manage the password, tray icon and updates. Update checks are disabled in this demo build.
Computer → System settings: manage the password, tray icon and updates. Update checks are disabled in this demo build.Actual Windows Host management page · 0.58.1 · Open full-size image
Computer → Project folders: add and save folders, then choose whether the app may add projects.
Computer → Project folders: add and save folders, then choose whether the app may add projects.Actual Windows Host management page · 0.58.1 · Open full-size image

Installers do not yet have full Windows publisher signing / Apple notarization. Follow your device’s installation policy.

02 — APP

Your phone or tablet

Get the app from Google Play on Android or the App Store on iPhone/iPad. Sign in after installing; connecting requires an active subscription.

03 — CONNECT

Connect and try your first task

  1. Sign in to the app, then scan the QR code in the Host page or enter the connection code manually.
  2. Enter your connection password. QR codes do not contain it. Keep private Host management URLs to yourself.
  3. Choose a project, open a file, then select a signed-in AI tool and send a simple request.
Computer → Connect tablet: check that sharing is ready, then scan with the app. The pictured code belongs to a retired demo Host.
Computer → Connect tablet: check that sharing is ready, then scan with the app. The pictured code belongs to a retired demo Host.Actual Windows Host management page · 0.58.1 · Open full-size image
App connection screen: scan your computer’s QR code or enter its connection code and password.
App connection screen: scan your computer’s QR code or enter its connection code and password.Actual Android app · Demo project · Interface version 0.58.1 · Open full-size image
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