| Aspect | Offline Installer | Portable | |--------|------------------|----------| | Writes to Registry | Yes | No | | Adds Start Menu/Desktop shortcuts | Yes | No | | Auto-updates | Yes (configurable) | No | | Best for | Permanent deployment | USB stick, temp use |
When you click the prominent "Download" button on the AnyDesk homepage, you typically download a very small file (usually under 5MB). This is not the full software. Instead, it is a "bootstrap" program. When you run it, it connects to AnyDesk servers, checks your system architecture, and downloads the necessary files in real-time to complete the installation.
Follow the prompts to set the installation path and desktop shortcuts. This is recommended for features like Unattended Access and automatic startup. Key Features for Windows 10 Remote Desktop Software for Windows - AnyDesk