Control your computer's mouse and keyboard from a smartphone's web browser via a touchscreen interface.
Remote Touchpad is a software application that enables users to control their computer's mouse and keyboard remotely using a smartphone or any touchscreen device via a web browser. It solves the problem of needing physical input devices by providing a virtual touchpad interface over a local network connection. The tool supports multiple desktop environments including Wayland, Windows, and X11.
Users who need a convenient remote control solution for their computer during presentations, media playback, or when a physical mouse/keyboard is inaccessible. It's also suitable for developers and tech enthusiasts looking for a lightweight cross-platform remote input tool.
Developers choose Remote Touchpad for its simplicity, cross-platform compatibility, and browser-based approach that eliminates the need for installing additional apps on the controlling device. Its support for multiple desktop environments and easy QR code connection make it a versatile and user-friendly alternative to proprietary remote control software.
Control mouse and keyboard from a smartphone
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Works with Flatpak's RemoteDesktop portal for Wayland, Windows, and X11 systems, providing broad compatibility across desktop environments as highlighted in the README.
No app installation needed on the controlling device; access via any web browser, making it highly accessible and easy to use on smartphones and tablets.
Quickly connect by scanning a QR code displayed on the host computer, simplifying the pairing process without manual IP entry.
Supports touchscreen gestures for mouse movement, clicking, scrolling, and keyboard input, enhancing usability on touch devices as shown in the screenshots.
Requires both devices to be on the same local network; no support for remote access over the internet, limiting use to nearby control only.
The README does not mention encryption or authentication, potentially exposing input data to eavesdropping on unsecured networks.
Being browser-based, it may introduce higher latency and responsiveness issues compared to native remote control applications, especially for real-time tasks.