Hide RDCMan Menu Bar in Full Screen Mode
Microsoft's Remote Desktop Connection Manager (RDCMan) is a popular tool used to manage multiple remote desktop connections. By default, when RDCMan is in full screen mode, the menu bar is hidden, which can cause issues such as the remote taskbar being moved partly off-screen. This article will cover how to ensure that the RDCMan menu bar remains visible while in full screen mode.
Key Concepts
- Remote Desktop Connection Manager (RDCMan)
- Full Screen Mode
- Menu Bar Visibility
Context
RDCMan is a powerful tool for managing multiple remote desktop connections. When RDCMan is in full screen mode, the menu bar is hidden by default, which can cause issues with the remote taskbar being moved partly off-screen. This can make it difficult to access certain features and options within the remote desktop session.
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How to Keep the RDCMan Menu Bar Visible in Full Screen Mode
To keep the RDCMan menu bar visible while in full screen mode, follow these steps:
- Open RDCMan and connect to the remote desktop session.
- Click on the "View" menu and select "Full Screen" to enter full screen mode.
- Right-click on the RDCMan menu bar and select "Options".
- In the "Options" window, select the "Full Screen" tab.
- Uncheck the "Hide menu bar" option.
- Click "OK" to save the changes.
Code Block
The following code block demonstrates the steps to keep the RDCMan menu bar visible in full screen mode using PowerShell:
# Open RDCMan and connect to the remote desktop session
$rdcman = New-Object -ComObject "RDCMan.RDCMan"
$rdcman.Connect("servername")
# Enter full screen mode
$rdcman.FullScreen()
# Uncheck the "Hide menu bar" option
$rdcman.Options.FullScreen.HideMenuBar = $false
$rdcman.Options.Save()
In this article, we covered how to keep the RDCMan menu bar visible while in full screen mode. By following the steps outlined in this article, users can ensure that the menu bar remains visible, making it easier to access certain features and options within the remote desktop session. This can help improve productivity and reduce frustration when working with remote desktop connections.