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Screens Changelog

What's new in Screens 4.12.16

Oct 9, 2023
  • Fixed issue preventing some SSH keys to be imported
  • Improved performance and stability

New in Screens 4.12.15 (Oct 6, 2023)

  • Fixed issue preventing some SSH keys to be imported
  • Improved performance and stability

New in Screens 4.12.14 (Sep 22, 2023)

  • Added compatibility for macOS 14
  • Improved performance and stability
  • Please note that Screens now requires macOS 12 or later

New in Screens 4.12.11 (Jul 26, 2023)

  • Fixed issue where Screens would get stuck at "Downloading..." under some circumstances
  • Fixed crash occuring when dragging files when connected to a Mac running macOS 14 Sonoma Beta 4
  • Improved performance and stability

New in Screens 4.12.10 (Jul 20, 2023)

  • Fixed issue where Screens would get stuck at "Downloading..." under some circumstances
  • Improved performance and stability

New in Screens 4.12.8 (Feb 28, 2023)

  • Improved performance and stability

New in Screens 4.12.7 (Jan 27, 2023)

  • Improved performance and stability

New in Screens 4.12.6 (Dec 6, 2022)

  • Fixed login issues with non-QWERTY keyboards on macOS 13

New in Screens 4.12.5 (Nov 2, 2022)

  • Fixed issue causing Screens Express links to fail under some circumstances
  • Fixed issue with azerty keyboard layout when typing password in Login Window on macOS 13 Ventura
  • Improved performance and stability

New in Screens 4.12.4 (Oct 5, 2022)

  • Added support for OpenSSH 9 and more SSH key formats (EcDSA, Ed25519, etc.)
  • Fixed issue causing Screens Connect to be stuck at "fetching..."
  • Improved performance and stability

New in Screens 4.12.3 (Oct 5, 2022)

  • Added support for OpenSSH 9 and more SSH key formats (EcDSA, Ed25519, etc.)
  • Fixed issue causing Screens Connect to be stuck at "fetching..."
  • Improved performance and stability

New in Screens 4.12 (Sep 26, 2022)

  • Screens now hides the library window when it is launched via an url
  • Improved Screens Connect management
  • Fixed and issue that would trigger hot corners when scaling mode is off or in fullscreen
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.9.6 (Jun 11, 2022)

  • Fixed issue when typing password in macOS log-in window on macOS 13 Ventura
  • Fixed Dvorak keyboard issues when connecting to a PC
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.9.5 (Jun 11, 2022)

  • Fixed Dvorak keyboard issues when connecting to a PC
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.9.4 (May 3, 2022)

  • Fixed regression causing the fullscreen toggle shortcut to no longer work
  • Fixed issue causing the window to resize to an incorrect size when double-tapping on the title bar
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.9.3 (Feb 6, 2022)

  • Improved shared clipboard management
  • Fixed an issue that would prevent Screens Connect from fetching the latest data from our server
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.9.2 (Jan 17, 2022)

  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.9.1 (Nov 21, 2021)

  • Screens now properly sends Control-click to PCs to select multiple elements in a list. Use fn-Control-click for a secondary click
  • You can now toggle scaling the remote display while the connection window is in fullscreen
  • Improved fullscreen experience for 2021 MacBook Pros
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.9 (Oct 25, 2021)

  • Added support for macOS 12 Monterey
  • Library window can now be displayed in fullscreen
  • The remote display will now use the whole space in fullscreen (keeping aspect ratio)
  • Improved Wake On Lan
  • Screens will no longer update custom connections with information from Screens Connect
  • Updated to newest Dropbox API
  • Fixed authentication issue that could occur when using a SSH key
  • Fixed some UI glitches

New in Screens 4.8.8 (Jul 13, 2021)

  • Fixed issue causing some toolbar shortcuts to send incorrect keys with some keyboard layouts
  • Fixed issue that could allow typing, send actions or shortcuts while in observe mode
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.8.7 (May 18, 2021)

  • Fixed issue with Caps Lock when connecting to PCs
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.8.6 (Apr 8, 2021)

  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.8.5 (Mar 2, 2021)

  • The Open Link sheet now includes recent connections via URLs or Screens Express
  • Fixed issue that caused custom screenshots not to appear correctly
  • Fixed issue that could cause infinite loops during authentication
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.8.4 (Jan 6, 2021)

  • Fixed issue that caused Screens to not handle authentication errors properly under some circumstances
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.8.3 (Dec 30, 2020)

  • Fixed issue that could cause Screens to become unresponsive on macOS 11 Big Sur when using a VPN
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.8.2 (Dec 2, 2020)

  • Fixed regression preventing connections to 127.0.0.1
  • Fixed issue where "Sign In" or "Authenticate" buttons would not be enabled after using password auto-fill
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.8.1 (Nov 30, 2020)

  • Adds support for M1 Macs
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.8 (Nov 11, 2020)

  • Added support for macOS 11 Big Sur
  • New app icon
  • Applied some polish to the user interface
  • Screens now remembers when a connection window was closed in fullscreen mode
  • Screens now shows nearby and remote computers in one single list
  • Image compression is now available for VNC servers that supports it (ex: TightVNC)
  • Fixed an issue with Caps Lock when connecting to PCs
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.7.9 (Aug 14, 2020)

  • Fixed issue that could prevent Screens from reconnecting
  • Bug fixes

New in Screens 4.7.8 (Jun 25, 2020)

  • Fixed issue where connections would not complete when secure connections are enabled.

New in Screens 4.7.7 (Jun 22, 2020)

  • Fixed an issue for users that swapped modifier keys on their Mac.

New in Screens 4.7.6 (Jun 11, 2020)

  • Improved keyboard management that now supports AltGr (use right Option key) when connecting to PCs
  • Fixed issue that would prevent connections via a SSH tunnel under some conditions
  • Fixed keyboard shortcuts that could cause modifier keys to not be released
  • The Clear button for file transfers will now only clear completed or failed transfers
  • Improved performance and stability improvements

New in Screens 4.7.5 (May 12, 2020)

  • Improved multiple displays management (Mac)
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.7.4 (Apr 5, 2020)

  • Fixed and issue that would prevent connections via Screens Express
  • Fixed issues when grabbing screenshot when closing the connection in curtain mode
  • Improved performance and stability

New in Screens 4.7.3 (Feb 10, 2020)

  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.7.2 (Nov 15, 2019)

  • Fixes a rare issue with Mid-2015 MacBook Pros.
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.7.1 (Nov 7, 2019)

  • Fixed cursor issues with multiple displays
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.7 (Nov 5, 2019)

  • Adds support for macOS 10.15 Catalina
  • Fixed issue with CTRL-click not working with PCs
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.6.11 (Jun 5, 2019)

  • Fixed slowdown issues in Library window when there are many groups and saved screens
  • Fixed issue with custom screenshots losing transparency
  • Performance and stability improvements

New in Screens 4.6.10 (May 14, 2019)

  • Fixed a rare issue where modifier keys would not get released.
  • Stability improvements.

New in Screens 4.6.9 (Apr 11, 2019)

  • Fixed issue with Emoji picker appearing locally instead of remotely.
  • Stability improvements.

New in Screens 4.6.8 (Mar 14, 2019)

  • Improved nearby computers resolving and responsiveness.
  • Fixed some user interface typos.
  • Stability improvements.

New in Screens 4.6.7 (Feb 14, 2019)

  • Fixed issue where nearby computers would not be displayed in some situation
  • Stability improvements

New in Screens 4.6.6 (Jan 11, 2019)

  • Fixed issue where modifier keys would not get released in some circumstances, like after grabbing a screenshot in macOS (ex: CMD-SHIFT-4)
  • Delete key was sending the wrong key code
  • Performance and stability improvements

New in Screens 4.6.5 (Dec 5, 2018)

  • The Nearby and Remote Computers list wasn't sorted alphabetically if you were signed out from Screens Connect
  • We increased the resolve timeout to give more time for Screens to detect computers locally
  • Fixed issue where it was not possible to edit the username or password in the authentication sheet

New in Screens 4.6.4 (Nov 2, 2018)

  • Fixed issue with Dropbox sync

New in Screens 4.6.3 (Oct 12, 2018)

  • Fixed issue where the remote cursor would not be rendered the right size when remote display scaling is enabled
  • Fixed rare issue where Bonjour could cause a crash on launch
  • Performance and stability improvements

New in Screens 4.6.2 Build 25062 (Sep 20, 2018)

  • Fixed:
  • Fixed crash on launch for some users
  • Fixed crash when signing in with Screens ID for some users

New in Screens 4.6.1 Build 24972 (Sep 18, 2018)

  • What's New:
  • Adds support for macOS 10.14 Mojave
  • Adds support for Dark Mode on Mojave
  • Now fully supports saved screens drag and drop
  • You can now use shared clipboards with PCs
  • Fixed:
  • Added tooltip for Type User Password toolbar button
  • Restores Command key when connecting to Linux PCs
  • Fixed a few annoying user interface bugs
  • Fixed issue with Add button disappearing in the Remote and Nearby Computers view
  • Fixed some issues when connection via Screens Express
  • Bug fixes and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.5.8 Build 21990 (Aug 20, 2018)

  • Fixed user interface glitch on upcoming macOS version.

New in Screens 4.5.7 Build 21954 (Jul 13, 2018)

  • Fixed issue with Dropbox sync.

New in Screens 4.5.6 Build 21936 (Jun 28, 2018)

  • Fixed small issue occurring on upcoming macOS 10.14 Mojave.

New in Screens 4.5.5 Build 21918 (Jun 5, 2018)

  • Stability improvements

New in Screens 4.5.4 Build 21792 (May 18, 2018)

  • Added possibility to delete all content and settings (see Screens > Preferences > Advanced)
  • Fixed localization issue in Preferences window
  • Performance and stability improvements

New in Screens 4.5.2 Build 21666 (Apr 20, 2018)

  • NEW:
  • Screens now un-minimizes the last minimized connection window when the Dock icon is clicked
  • Screens now shows a Dock icon menu item to make the Library window appear
  • Screens now auto-dectects supported authentication methods when connecting via a URL scheme
  • IMPROVEMENTS:
  • Improves Wake-On-Lan support
  • Improved help documentation when connection error occurs
  • FIXES:
  • Fixed slow file uploads when using a secure connection
  • Fixed issue with URL scheme when uppercased or capitalized
  • Fixed rare issue where default keyboard shortcuts would not be sent to the remote Mac
  • Fixed availability indicator not turning green when computer was resolved
  • Fixes issue with mouse tracking when resuming in full-screen mode
  • Stability and speed improvements

New in Screens 4.5.1 Build 21630 (Apr 13, 2018)

  • NEW:
  • Screens now un-minimizes the last minimized connection window when the Dock icon is clicked
  • Screens now shows a Dock icon menu item to make the Library window appear
  • Screens now auto-dectects supported authentication methods when connecting via a URL scheme
  • IMPROVEMENTS:
  • Improves Wake-On-Lan support
  • Improved help documentation when connection error occurs
  • FIXES:
  • Fixed slow file uploads when using a secure connection
  • Fixed issue with URL scheme when uppercased or capitalized
  • Fixed rare issue where default keyboard shortcuts would not be sent to the remote Mac
  • Fixed availability indicator not turning green when computer was resolved
  • Stability and speed improvements

New in Screens 4.5 Build 21594 (Apr 11, 2018)

  • NEW:
  • Screens now un-minimizes the last minimized connection window when the Dock icon is clicked
  • Screens now shows a Dock icon menu item to make the Library window appear
  • Screens now auto-dectects supported authentication methods when connecting via a URL scheme
  • IMPROVEMENTS:
  • Improves Wake-On-Lan support
  • Treat hostnames as case insensitive
  • Improved help documentation when connection error occurs
  • FIXES:
  • Fixed slow file uploads when using a secure connection
  • Fixed issue with URL scheme when uppercased or capitalized
  • Fixed rare issue where default keyboard shortcuts would not be sent to the remote Mac
  • Stability and speed improvements

New in Screens 4.4.3 Build 21504 (Feb 21, 2018)

  • Fixed double cursor issue when connecting to Linux when "Show Local Cursor" is disabled
  • Stability improvements

New in Screens 4.4.2 Build 21486 (Feb 14, 2018)

  • Improved speed and performance
  • Stability improvements

New in Screens 4.4.1 Build 21468 (Feb 3, 2018)

  • Fixed issue where the connection window would get closed after a connection error occurred.

New in Screens 4.4 Build 21432 (Jan 26, 2018)

  • Fixed URL scheme issues when launching the app

New in Screens 4.3.9 Build 21378 (Jan 25, 2018)

  • Fixed iCloud sync issue
  • Fixed rare issue where remote cursor wouldn't be visible
  • Fixed keyboard selection issue
  • Fixed issue with large file transfers
  • Stability improvements

New in Screens 4.3.8 Build 11306 (Jan 15, 2018)

  • Fixed rare issue that prevents some users to drag items around on the remote computer.

New in Screens 4.3.7 Build 11288 (Jan 8, 2018)

  • Improved Wake On Lan
  • Fixed French AZERTY keyboard issues with some characters when connecting to PCs
  • Fixed cursor issues when uploading files when the local cursor is hidden
  • Fixed rare crash occurring when uploading some files
  • Stability improvements

New in Screens 4.3.7 Build 11270 (Jan 6, 2018)

  • Fixed French AZERTY keyboard issues with some characters when connecting to PCs
  • Improved Wake On Lan
  • Fixed cursor issues when uploading files when the local cursor is hidden
  • Stability improvements

New in Screens 4.3.6 Build 11252 (Dec 15, 2017)

  • Stability improvements.

New in Screens 4.3.5 Build 11234 (Dec 14, 2017)

  • Fixed Italian keyboard mapping
  • Bug fixes

New in Screens 4.3.4 Build 11198 (Dec 3, 2017)

  • Fixed issue where blank passwords would not be saved after storing in Keychain.
  • Stability improvements.
  • Note: If you're using a blank password, you may me prompted to save it again one last time. Sorry for the inconvenience.

New in Screens 4.3.3 Build 11180 (Nov 30, 2017)

  • Fixed issue where blank passwords would not be saved after storing in Keychain
  • Stability improvements

New in Screens 4.3.2 Build 11090 (Nov 15, 2017)

  • Fixed window resizing issue when scaling is off
  • Improved pasteboard transfers
  • Now obfuscates sensitive pasteboard content in notifications
  • Improved file transfers
  • Stability improvements

New in Screens 4.3.1 Build 11054 (Nov 9, 2017)

  • Screens will no longer re-populate shortcuts at every launch if they were cleared by the user
  • Fixed freezing issue when connecting to a Windows or Linux PC via a SSH tunnel
  • Fixed issue with service browser not always starting at launch
  • Fixed German keyboard mapping on windows and Linux PC

New in Screens 4.3 Build 11036 (Nov 4, 2017)

  • Fixed Dropbox issues
  • Improved performance
  • Bug fixes

New in Screens 4.2.2 Build 10054 (Oct 31, 2017)

  • Stability improvements.

New in Screens 4.2 Build 10036 (Sep 28, 2017)

  • macOS 10.13 High Sierra compatibility
  • Sending system shortcuts to the remote computer can now be turned off in the app preferences
  • Screens will no longer show the Library window when it is launched from a supported file format
  • Fixed Danish keyboard mapping issues
  • Fixed issue where fullscreen window would pause when Screens is running on a multiple display configuration
  • Stability improvements

New in Screens 4.1.4 Build 8346 (Sep 4, 2017)

  • Bug fixes.

New in Screens 4.1.3 Build 8310 (Aug 7, 2017)

  • Screens wasn't checking for updates automatically
  • Fixed issue where associated URLs wouldn't launch Screens
  • You can now customize toolbars in both the Library and Connection windows
  • Enhanced connection speed and responsiveness
  • Improved stability and general performance

New in Screens 4.1.2 Build 8274 (Aug 1, 2017)

  • Screens wasn't checking for updates automatically
  • Fixed issue where associated URLs wouldn't launch Screens
  • Customized toolbar settings will now stick when relaunching Screens
  • Improved stability and general performance

New in Screens 4.1.2 Build 8256 (Jul 28, 2017)

  • Fixed update system that wouldn't check for updates automatically
  • Fixed URL schemes when launching app
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.1.1 Build 8238 (Jul 13, 2017)

  • Fixed licensing issues.
  • Stability and performance improvements

New in Screens 4.1 Build 8220 (Jul 8, 2017)

  • Command-Tab and Spotlight shortcuts are now sent to the remote computer
  • Fixed issue where a key would sometimes stick when Command was pressed earlier
  • Fixed license issues
  • Stability and general improvements

New in Screens 4.0.5 Build 8076 (Jun 23, 2017)

  • Fixed license validation issues when running Screens offline
  • Fixed license resetting issues
  • Stability improvements

New in Screens 4.0.4 Build 8058 (Jun 14, 2017)

  • Fixed issue that prevented to edit or delete a screen from a search result
  • Improved CPU usage in fullscreen mode
  • Stability improvements

New in Screens 4.0.4 Build 8022 (Jun 10, 2017)

  • Fixed issue that prevented to edit or delete a screen from a search result
  • Stability improvements

New in Screens 4.0.4 Build 8004 (Jun 9, 2017)

  • Stability improvements.

New in Screens 4.0.3 Build 7986 (Jun 5, 2017)

  • Fixed On-Disconnect Actions that were not executed for some users when Curtain Mode was enabled
  • Custom screenshots could get deleted after disconnecting
  • Operating system or a saved screen could be set to Linux if RFB minor version was invalid
  • Fixed middle-click button
  • Fixed scroll wheel not responding when connecting to a PC
  • Screens now disables file transfers when in Observe mode
  • Stability improvements

New in Screens 4.0.2 Build 7896 (May 31, 2017)

  • Fixes OpenGL issues on some systems
  • Stability improvements

New in Screens 4.0.1 Build 7824 (May 26, 2017)

  • Fixed clipboard issue with iWork apps
  • Fixed overlay items in Groups
  • Fixed jumping connection window
  • Fixed crash when resuming Screens from sleep
  • Fixed scaling issue when moving a connection window from a retina display to a non-retina display and vice-versa
  • Duplicated items in a group would be moved to root group
  • Authentication sheet now allows empty passwords
  • One-Click Password could send incorrect characters

New in Screens 4.0 Build 7752 (May 24, 2017)

  • Fixed crash under macOS 10.11

New in Screens 4.0 Build 7734 (May 24, 2017)

  • Fixed crash occurring when creating a new group
  • Fixed refresh issue when dragging a screen into a group
  • Bug fixes

New in Screens 4.0 Build 7698 (May 23, 2017)

  • Fixed a crash under macOS 10.11
  • OpenGL optimizations
  • Improved clipboard receiving
  • Fixed clipboard issues after re-connection
  • Stability improvements
  • Bug fixes

New in Screens 3.8.7 Build 5502 (Apr 18, 2017)

  • General stability and performance improvements.

New in Screens 3.8.6 Build 5456 (Apr 3, 2017)

  • General stability and performance improvements.

New in Screens 3.8.5 Build 5436 (Feb 13, 2017)

  • Fixed Command-F shortcut with Library window.
  • General stability and performance improvements.

New in Screens 3.8.4 Build 5346 (Nov 23, 2016)

  • Fixed issue with international keyboards when not signed in with Screens Connect.
  • General stability and performance improvements.

New in Screens 3.8.3 Build 5328 (Nov 10, 2016)

  • Fixed crashes occurring with secure connections.
  • General stability and performance improvements.

New in Screens 3.8.2 Build 5292 (Nov 4, 2016)

  • Restored Hot Corners feature.
  • General stability and performance improvements.

New in Screens 3.8.2 Build 5254 (Oct 28, 2016)

  • General stability and performance improvements.

New in Screens 3.8.2 Build 5200 (Oct 25, 2016)

  • General stability and performance improvements.

New in Screens 3.8.1 Build 5172 (Oct 21, 2016)

  • Fixed compatibility issues with macOS 10.12 Sierra.

New in Screens 3.8.1 Build 5080 (Oct 20, 2016)

  • Fixed compatibility issues with macOS 10.12 Sierra.
  • General stability and performance improvements.

New in Screens 3.8.1 Build 5044 (Oct 19, 2016)

  • Fixed compatibility issues with macOS 10.12 Sierra.
  • General stability and performance improvements.

New in Screens 3.8 Build 5025 (Oct 6, 2016)

  • Fixed compatibility issues with macOS 10.12 Sierra.
  • General stability and performance improvements.

New in Screens 3.7.4 Build 4891 (Sep 13, 2016)

  • Fixed compatibility issues with macOS 10.12 Sierra.
  • General stability and performance improvements.

New in Screens 3.7.3 Build 4890 (Sep 12, 2016)

  • Fixed compatibility issues with macOS 10.12 Sierra.
  • General stability and performance improvements.

New in Screens 3.7.2 Build 4871 (Aug 21, 2016)

  • Fixed keyboard issues for some users when connecting to a Windows or Linux PC.
  • Fixed issue where Screens Connect could overwrite custom settings.
  • Fixed Swedish and Danish keyboard issues.
  • Fixed issue with Screens Connect sign in issues.
  • General stability and performance improvements.

New in Screens 3.7 Build 4850 (Jul 9, 2016)

  • Fixed:
  • Fixed issue where the app could hang when signing in with Screens Connect.
  • Fixed issues with Spanish ISO keyboard.
  • Bug fixes and general improvements.

New in Screens 3.6.12 Build 4830 (May 26, 2016)

  • Bug fixes.

New in Screens 3.6.11 Build 4828 (Feb 24, 2016)

  • Solves license issues for BundleHunt customers

New in Screens 3.6.11 Build 4825 (Feb 10, 2016)

  • Fixed Sparkle vulnerability.

New in Screens 3.6.11 Build 4811 (Jan 19, 2016)

  • General stability improvements.

New in Screens 3.6.11 Build 4810 (Jan 19, 2016)

  • New:
  • Added middle mouse button support
  • Fixed:
  • Improved stability and performance.

New in Screens 3.6.10 Build 4800 (Dec 17, 2015)

  • Fixed crash occurring when updating or creating a new screen
  • Fixed issue where remote display would be improperly resized in fullscreen mode when reconnecting
  • General stability improvements

New in Screens 3.6.9 Build 4770 (Nov 23, 2015)

  • Fixes Check for updates
  • Fixes User Guide not appearing
  • General stability improvements

New in Screens 3.6.9 Build 4760 (Nov 18, 2015)

  • General stability improvements.

New in Screens 3.6.8 Build 4700 (Nov 5, 2015)

  • Fixed issues with TLS authentication.
  • Fixed crashes occurring after saving a screen.
  • General stability improvements.

New in Screens 3.6.8 Build 4690 (Nov 5, 2015)

  • Fixed issues with TLS authentication.
  • General stability improvements

New in Screens 3.6.7 Build 4677 (Sep 21, 2015)

  • Fixed pasteboard transfer issues
  • Fixed French Belgium keyboard mapping
  • Screens now supports TLS authentication. YAY!
  • General stability improvements

New in Screens 3.6.6 Build 4666 (Aug 19, 2015)

  • Added Backslash shortcut for keyboards that require the Alt key to be pressed
  • Screens won't display notifications any longer unless the app is not in focus
  • Fixed issue where credentials would not be saved
  • Fixed Danisk keyboard mapping on Windows
  • Stability improvements and other bug fixes

New in Screens 3.6.5 Build 4610 (Jul 29, 2015)

  • Fixed a crash on launch and rendering issues for our users that could not wait to install a certain public beta from some fruit company

New in Screens 3.6.4 Build 4510 (Jun 5, 2015)

  • Fixed:
  • Shared SSH keys storage with iOS version.
  • Passwords could fail saving.
  • Clipboard images sent to another Mac could end up sending those back.
  • Screens will now automatically copy the received content instead of showing the Share menu when shared clipboard is enabled,
  • It is no longer required to relaunch Screens when the ”Hide Screens icon in Dock” setting has changed.
  • Improved reliability and performance.

New in Screens 3.6.3 Build 4100 (May 5, 2015)

  • Fixed:
  • Fixed random crashes while Screens is idle or when Mac is waking up.
  • Fixed an issue where the pasteboard content could crash the app.
  • Improved stability and performance.

New in Screens 3.6.2 Build 4020 (Mar 23, 2015)

  • Fixed:
  • Fixed issue where connecting with a SSH Key with password could fail
  • Connection test would fail if Enable on Local Network was turned off
  • Improved stability and performance

New in Screens 3.6.1 Build 4010 (Mar 18, 2015)

  • Stability Improvements.

New in Screens 3.6 Build 4001 (Mar 9, 2015)

  • New:
  • New “Welcome to Screens” guide to help new users setup their computer and Screens
  • Screens now performs a connection test when enabling secure connections to ensure the computer is configured properly
  • The Library window will now be hidden on launch when the Dock icon is hidden
  • Fixed:
  • App could crash when quitting while keeping connection windows opened for the next session
  • Connecting with a URL scheme or a Screens Express link could fail
  • Fixed crashes that could occur when closing a secure connection
  • Fixed an issue where Screens Connect information would overwrite the wrong saved screen
  • Some characters on the French or Turkish keyboard were not properly mapped
  • Remote display would become offset after a reconnection when in fullscreen mode
  • Screens would cancel Mission Control or Launchpad when leaving the connection window
  • An issue would prevent Screens to save a screenshot when closing a connection
  • Some modifier keys would get stuck in some obscure cases
  • Screens would keep trapping keyboard shortcuts after closing a connection
  • Clearing the user notifications could crash the app
  • Sparkle will no longer send anonymous system statistics
  • Quickly disconnecting and reconnecting could make the app unresponsive
  • Resizing a connection window could crash the app
  • Copying clipboard content from a PC could fail in some circumstances
  • Improved Spanish keyboard support
  • Fixed wrong storage paths for screenshots and recents items
  • Improvements:
  • Much improved secure connections (SSH tunnel) that are now bulletproof
  • Improved split view, which now animates when collapsing/showing
  • You can now move the split view separator to resize the discovered view
  • Improved connection window resizing
  • Screens will now revalidate if the local computer was resolved before reconnecting after a failed connection attempt
  • Slight speed improvements regarding display rendering
  • General stability and performance improvements
  • Much improved Help section
  • Many bug fixes

New in Screens 3.6 Build 4000 (Mar 5, 2015)

  • Small bug fixes regarding menu items.

New in Screens 3.5.9 Build 3610 (Feb 5, 2015)

  • Small bug fixes regarding menu items.

New in Screens 3.5.9 Build 3609 (Feb 3, 2015)

  • Small bug fixes.

New in Screens 3.5.8 Build 3600 (Jan 30, 2015)

  • Restored compatibility with OS X 10.9.
  • Small bug fixes.

New in Screens 3.5.8 Build 3599 (Jan 22, 2015)

  • Fixed issue with secure connections.

New in Screens 3.5.6 Build 3541 (Jan 8, 2015)

  • Fixed issue with secure connections.

New in Screens 3.5.6 Build 3540 (Jan 6, 2015)

  • Fixed issue with OS X 10.5.8
  • Performance and stability improvements.

New in Screens 3.5.5 Build 3525 (Dec 8, 2014)

  • You can now submit a support request directly from the Help menu, which will also include a diagnostics report so we can help you more efficiently.
  • Performance and stability improvements.

New in Screens 3.5.5 Build 3522 (Dec 5, 2014)

  • You can now submit a support request directly from the Help menu, which will also include a diagnostics report so we can help you more efficiently! (Hold the ALT key to save the diagnostics report instead of sending it right away.)
  • Performance and stability improvements.

New in Screens 3.5.4 Build 3516 (Nov 17, 2014)

  • Window won't now dim down after 30 seconds if in Observe mode.
  • Fixed issue where keyboard and mouse would become unresponsive when receiving clipboard.
  • Performance and stability improvements.

New in Screens 3.5.3 Build 3515 (Oct 22, 2014)

  • Fixed error 15 when connecting to a Windows or Linux PC.
  • Fixed Default VNC handler issue.
  • Screens will Will now launch at login correctly.
  • Performance and stability improvements.

New in Screens 3.5.3 (Oct 21, 2014)

  • Fixed Default VNC handler issue.
  • Screens will Will now launch at login correctly.
  • Performance and stability improvements.

New in Screens 3.5 (Oct 20, 2014)

  • USER INTERFACE:
  • Revisited user interface.
  • Cleaner, simpler.
  • SPEED:
  • Screens now support Adaptive Display (Mac), which is much faster and provides a great visual experience.
  • Scale down the remote display (Mac or PC) when speed is more important than image quality.
  • SCREEN SHARING:
  • Connect as a guest user to control someone else’s Mac. (Free Screens Express utility required when connecting remotely).
  • As a registered user on the same Mac, ask the owner of the current session to share the display.
  • CLIPBOARD:
  • You can now send rich text and images from a Mac to another.
  • Screens can now synchronize your local and remote clipboards automatically.
  • OTHER IMPROVEMENTS:
  • Auto-reconnect to the last connected computer if the connection was cut while the app was running on the background.
  • Many bug fixes and stability improvements.

New in Screens 3.1.1 (Jul 26, 2014)

  • Stability improvements.

New in Screens 3.1 (Jun 10, 2014)

  • New:
  • Dropbox Support! Screens still defaults to iCloud when saving your saved screens but now allows you to use Dropbox to synchronize them.
  • You can now hide Screens’ icon from the Dock.
  • Added a ‘connected’ green indicator in the Library window when Screens is connected to a screen.
  • Screens will now try to reconnect automatically when the remote computer has closed the connection.
  • Middle-button mouse clicks can now be triggered with the ‘fn’ key and a left-button click.
  • Added Italian and Dutch localization.
  • Other Improvements:
  • Fixed horizontal scrolling.
  • Fixed Norwegian and Finnish keyboard mappings.
  • Many stability and performance improvements.

New in Screens 3.0.4 (May 20, 2014)

  • Improved stability and performance
  • Fixed connectivity issues with OS X 10.5.8

New in Screens 3.0.2 (May 2, 2014)

  • Fixed issues with connections to a Mac with multiple displays attached.
  • Improved stability and performance.

New in Screens 3.0.1 (Apr 23, 2014)

  • Now allows blank passwords
  • Improved stability and performance

New in Screens 3.0 (Apr 16, 2014)

  • Complete rewrite of the app
  • Brand new UI
  • Menu bar icon to access recent and discovered items
  • Recent connections
  • Export connections as files
  • New key mappings for system keyboard shortcuts
  • Much improved VNC/Screen Sharing engine
  • Faster than ever!
  • Many other small details that we think will make you smile

New in Screens 2.3.1 (Mar 20, 2013)

  • Fixed bug where it was not possible to use 1 as a port
  • General bug fixes and improvements

New in Screens 2.3 (Jan 22, 2013)

  • Improved Windows computer detection on local networks when using Screens Connect
  • Fixed French (France) keyboard issue
  • Bug fixes and improvements

New in Screens 2.1.3 (Nov 3, 2012)

  • Fixed an issue where it was not possible to send any characters when using the US English keyboard to a Windows or Linux PC because of a corrupted file.

New in Screens 2.1.2 (Oct 31, 2012)

  • Support for Caps Lock key
  • Fixed right-click on Window and Linux PCs
  • Fixed SSH parameters for screens:// scheme

New in Screens 2.1.1 (Jul 14, 2012)

  • Support for MacBook Pro with Retina display
  • Fixed crashes occurring when disconnecting from a secure connection
  • Fixed issues with German keyboard
  • Fixed issues with Spanish keyboard

New in Screens 2.1 (Jun 15, 2012)

  • NEW:
  • French and German localization
  • Now handles screens:// URL scheme (see Help)
  • Now supports SSH keys with passphrases
  • IMPROVED:
  • Fixed password saving issues
  • Improved support for international keyboards
  • Performance improvements
  • General improvements
  • Bug fixes

New in Screens 2.0.3 (May 9, 2012)

  • Fixes random crash occurring when signing in with a Screens ID.

New in Screens 2.0.2 (Apr 17, 2012)

  • More responsive UI
  • Improved connection detection via Screens Connect
  • Fixed password management
  • Fixed some international keyboards

New in Screens 2.0.1 (Mar 9, 2012)

  • Fixed crashes
  • Fixed password saving issues
  • Fixed connections not saved after quitting app
  • Fixed some UI glitches
  • Fixed double-quote bug for US keyboard
  • Improved iCloud support
  • Added Commands menu item
  • Added Ctrl-Alt-Del command
  • Now prevents user from connecting to his own Mac if the current session uses the same username.

New in Screens 2.0 (Feb 22, 2012)

  • IMPORTANT:
  • Screens 2.0 requires OS X 10.7 Lion or later.
  • If you are using Screens Connect, please update to version 2.0 as the previous version is not compatible with Screens 2.0.
  • NEW:
  • iCloud: Synchronize all your stored screens on all your iOS devices, including your Mac.
  • Auto-resume: ongoing connections will now resume when you relaunch Screens.
  • Now supports SSH Keys for SSH Tunneling.
  • IMPROVED:
  • Major UI revamp: More efficient and easier to use.
  • Improved help documentation.
  • Updated Screens Connect service: seamlessly integrates with Screens 2.0. No more alias required.
  • Improved wake-on-lan.
  • Improved security.
  • Many bug fixes.
  • Many performance improvements.

New in Screens 1.2 (Sep 2, 2011)

  • FIXED:
  • Fullscreen mode will now allow to use the whole display,
  • No more 'Beep' sound when using modifier keys,
  • Screens management window wouldn't stay in its own space,
  • Misc bug fixes.
  • ADDED:
  • Allow to fill screen or fit to screen when in full screen mode,
  • ALT-Double-Click on the app dock icon will reset all settings and content.

New in Screens 1.1 (Aug 10, 2011)

  • Added the possibility to freely resize the window when zoomed in
  • Improved display selection
  • Improved connection management
  • Removed artifacts in the mouse cursor
  • Fixed keyboard issues under Windows and Linux
  • Fixed initial window size on smaller displays (MacBook Air 11")
  • Misc bug fixes and optimizations