RealVNC is a popular remote access software that allows you to control a computer from another device over a network. It is particularly useful for IT support, remote work, and accessing files or applications on a home computer while on the go. While RealVNC is more commonly associated with Windows environments, it is also fully compatible with macOS. This article will guide you through the process of setting up and using RealVNC on a Mac.

Examples:

1. Downloading and Installing RealVNC on macOS:

• Visit the RealVNC website and download the VNC Viewer for macOS.


• Open the downloaded .dmg file and drag the VNC Viewer application to your Applications folder.


• Launch VNC Viewer from the Applications folder.

2. Setting Up VNC Server on macOS:

• Open "System Preferences" and go to "Sharing."


• Check the box for "Screen Sharing."


• Click on "Computer Settings" and enable "VNC viewers may control screen with password."


• Set a strong password and click "OK."

3. Connecting to a Mac Using VNC Viewer:

• Open VNC Viewer on the client machine.


• Enter the IP address or hostname of the Mac you want to control.


• When prompted, enter the VNC password you set earlier.


• You should now see the desktop of the remote Mac and be able to control it as if you were sitting in front of it.

4. Using Command Line to Start VNC Server on macOS:

• Open Terminal.


• Use the following command to start the VNC server:
  

   sudo /System/Library/CoreServices/RemoteManagement/ARDAgent.app/Contents/Resources/kickstart -activate -configure -access -on -clientopts -setvnclegacy -vnclegacy yes -setvncpw -vncpw yourpassword -restart -agent -privs -all



• Replace yourpassword with the password you want to use for VNC access.


• This command will start the VNC server and set the required password.

5. Stopping VNC Server via Command Line:

• To stop the VNC server, use the following command:
  

   sudo /System/Library/CoreServices/RemoteManagement/ARDAgent.app/Contents/Resources/kickstart -deactivate -stop