Using Citrix Virtual Applications and Desktops (How-to)

Open the Citrix Workspace client

1. You should then see a list of Apps and Desktops available for you. You can switch between the list of Apps and Desktops to the top. In this example Apps are selected.
2. Click on an App or Desktop to start it.
3. Alternatively, click the arrow beneath the app or desktop to get more information.
4. Once expanded, click Open to start an application.
5. Click Add to Favorites to add the Application or Desktop to the Favorites screen.

If the above instructions for using Citrix Workspace don't work on your computer, you can also access your virtual apps and desktops from any web browser.

1. Logging in

1. Visit https://vdi.drake.edu/
2. Enter your Drake ID Number and Password.
3. Click Log On.

2. Detecting the Receiver

1. If prompted, click on Detect Receiver.
2. Check the box next to Always allow vdi.drake.edu to open links of this type in the associated app.
3. Click Open.

3. Apps and Desktops

1. You should then see a list of Apps and Desktops available to you. You can navigate between the list of Apps and Desktops to the top. In this example, Apps are selected.
2. Click on an individual App or Desktop to launch it.
3. Alternatively, click the arrow beneath the app or desktop to get more information.
4. Once expanded, click Open to start an application.
5. Click Add to Favorites to add the Application or Desktop to the Favorites screen.