Clear or selectively delete Remote Desktop Connection history

When it comes to managing a remote desktop connection, the task of deleting the history of that connection can be a bit tricky. Fortunately, there are some tools and techniques that can help with this task.

The first step to deleting remote desktop connection history is to access the registry. The registry is a database that stores configuration settings for Windows and other applications. To access the registry, open the Start menu and type “regedit” into the search box. Once the Registry Editor is open, navigate to the following folder:

Computer\\HKEY_USERS\\[username]\\Software\\Microsoft\\Terminal Server Client\\Default

The “username” should be replaced with the username of the user that you want to clear the history for. Once you’ve opened this folder, you’ll need to delete all the entries that are in the “MRUList” subfolder. This will remove any history of the remote desktop connection that is stored in the registry.

Another method to delete remote desktop connection history is to use the Windows Remote Desktop Connection Manager. This tool can be used to manage multiple remote desktops from one interface. To access the Connection Manager, open the Start menu and type “mstsc” into the search box. Once the Connection Manager is open, select the computer you want to delete the history for and then click the “Delete” button. This will remove any history of the remote desktop connection that is stored in the Connection Manager.

Finally, you can delete the history of the remote desktop connection by deleting the “.rdp” file associated with the connection. To do this, open the folder containing the “.rdp” file and delete it. This will remove any history of the remote desktop connection that is stored in the file.

In conclusion, deleting the history of a remote desktop connection is a relatively straightforward task. It can be done by accessing the registry, using the Windows Remote Desktop Connection Manager, or by deleting the “.rdp” file associated with the connection. By using one of these methods, you can easily delete the remote desktop connection history and keep your system secure.