Windows 365 Switch lets you sign in and connect to your Cloud PC using the Windows 11 Task view. Just like switching between your local desktops, you can now switch between your Cloud PC and your physical device.

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Requirements

To use Windows 365 Switch, you must meet the following requirements:

  • Your Physical Device:

    • Windows 11 Pro or Enterprise, updated to the latest version.

    • Windows App.

  • Your Cloud PC:

    • Windows 11 Pro or Enterprise, updated to the latest version.

Set up Windows 365 Switch

Follow these steps to set up your device for Windows 365 Switch.

  1. On your Cloud PC and physical device, in Windows update, turn on  Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available. This step makes sure you get the latest updates available for Windows 365 Switch.

  2. Wait a few hours for the complete roll out before trying Windows 365 Switch.

  3. Open the Windows 365 app, choose one Cloud PC, select the ellipses, and then select Add to Task view. Only one Cloud PC can be added to your Task view.

Use Windows 365 Switch

To use Windows 365 Switch, select the Task view in the taskbar and then select Connect to Cloud PC.

To disconnect from a Cloud PC, select the Task view in the taskbar, right-click on the Cloud PC, and then select Disconnect.

For more information on Task view, see Get More Done with Multitasking in Windows.

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