Step‑by‑Step Guide: How to Deploy Windows App to Devices via Intune
- Hanna Korotka
- 4 hours ago
- 2 min read
With Microsoft announcing the end of support for the classic Remote Desktop client (MSI) effective March 27, 2026, organizations must transition to the modern Windows App to maintain seamless access to Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 resources.
As an MSSP working deeply with Microsoft Cloud, we recommend completing this transition as soon as possible—and the most scalable way to do that is through Microsoft Intune.
Below is a clean, practical guide your IT team can follow to deploy the new Windows App across all managed devices.
What Is the Windows App?
The Windows App is Microsoft’s unified client for accessing:
Windows 365 Cloud PCs
Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)
Remote PC
And more
It delivers a faster, more consistent user experience while also centralizing Microsoft’s remote access stack into a single modern application.
Step-by-Step: How to Deploy Windows App via Intune
Sign in to Microsoft Intune
Go to: Microsoft Intune Admin Center → Apps → All apps → Create
Choose: App type → Microsoft Store app (new)
Click Search the Microsoft Store.
Search for Windows App.
Select the official app published by Microsoft Corporation.
Click Select and then Next.
Configure App Information
Click Next when ready.
Assign to device groups or user groups
Click Next.
Confirm all settings and click Create. Intune will now deploy the Windows App to all assigned devices.
Best Practices for a Smooth Transition
Remove the legacy Remote Desktop (MSI) app using Intune’s uninstall assignments
Communicate the change to end-users ahead of rollout
Test the Windows App with a pilot group first
Conclusion
Migrating to the Windows App before Microsoft retires the Remote Desktop (MSI) client is essential to ensure uninterrupted access to cloud desktops. Using Intune makes the rollout clean, consistent, and scalable across all devices in your organization.
If you'd like expert support deploying the new Windows App or managing your entire Microsoft Cloud environment, PlexHosted can help streamline your transition end-to-end.
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