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Meta keys not sent when using Remote Desktop #3900

Open nbolton opened 9 years ago

nbolton commented 9 years ago

Imported issue:

Steps to reproduce:

  1. Install Windows 8 as Server with either latest stable 1.4.16 or nightly 1.4.17 r2043 x64
  2. Install Mac OSX 10.8.4 with matching version
  3. Open Microsoft Remote Desktop 8.0.5 to another machine from the Mac Client.
  4. Open any app in the RDP Session
  5. NO meta keys function (Shift, Alt, Ctrl) are sent through the remote desktop session.

Expected: Expect all meta keys to function within the RDP session, just like they do outside the session.

Actual: No meta keys function in the RDP session. However, meta keys DO function in the Remote Desktop App itself (in the session config screens, etc.). But within the session, none of them work.

Affected versions

Keyboard mappings in use:

Temporary workarounds:

None found thus far.

Similar bugs:

Several similar bugs exist, some quite old:

Additional comments:

I'm guessing that some programs are interpreting the keyboard at a scan-code level rather than an character level. I suspect this because I've noticed in the past that when I RDP from any machine (Mac or Windows, even without Synergy) to a remote machine with a different keyboard layout (US English or UK English) that my Dvorak keyboard is not always correctly mapped unless the remote machine is also configured with a Dvorak mapping. So RDP seems to send scan codes rather than characters. I've had similar issues using the VMWare Vsphere client from a Windows machine to Windows Servers.

Since many of the related bugs all seem to refer to similar types of applications (hardware emulation), this might point to a common source for these problems.

nbolton commented 9 years ago

I forgot to note that this is NOT a bug in the Remote Desktop Client itself, since everything is mapped properly from the Mac's keyboard, just not from the Windows keyboard via Synergy.

nbolton commented 9 years ago

One more possible issue related to build r2043. NO apps appear to receive mulit-meta combinations (CMD-Shift-Q), (Ctrl-Shift-2). These are being interpreted as Shift-Q and Shift-2 respectively. I'm going to roll back to 1.4.16 stable where this did appear to work.

nbolton commented 9 years ago

This is an old issue... and it's quite annoying: http://synergy-foss.org/spit/issues/details/242

franciozzy commented 9 years ago

I am having a similar issue which perhaps is the same as the above:

Mystikite commented 9 years ago

I have the same issue on 1.6.2 (server and client) client is mac, using RDP i lose all meta keys.

andrewr01 commented 9 years ago

Would love for this issue to be fixed! Might try 1.4.16 stable.

andrewr01 commented 9 years ago

1.4.16 doesn't work either, does anyone know of a version that does work?

ddikman commented 9 years ago

I get something similar in my setup. I've got: PC 1: Windows 8, Synergy 1.6.3 running RDP against a VM (server) PC 2: Windows 7, Synergy 1.6.2

When I'm in the RDP session (having the 'Apply windows key combinations' setting enabled) the windows key shortcuts are applied on the PC 1 instead of the RDP session. If I stop synergy they work in the RDP again.

jw834ksj43 commented 9 years ago

Also seeing this issue. Windows 7 64 bit server, OS X 10.10.3 client.

Mystikite commented 9 years ago

Still seeing this issue after upgrading to 1.7.1 Server: Win 7 64bit (1.7.1) Client: OSX 10.10 (1.7.1)

YoniGit commented 9 years ago

Temporary work around is to download the old "Remote Desktop Connection" App from microsoft: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=18140 This is the old version, has less features and is not ideal, but at least this issue is not exhibited. It would be nice to get a fix for this.

I can still see the issue with my standard setup: Server: Win 7 x32 (1.7.1) Client: OSX 10.10.2 Yosemite (1.7.1) Application: Microsoft Remote Desktop (Installed from the App Store)

Manksgloob commented 9 years ago

Confirmed the same issue remains after upgrading Synergy to 1.7.2 on both server and client. Server: Windows 10 64-bit, preview build 10074 Client: Mac OS X 10.10.4, preview build 14E11f

I wish I could use the work-around with older RDC client but the remote machines that I connect to have higher security requirements that are only supported by the latest version of Microsoft Remote Desktop client from the Mac App Store.

djkouza commented 9 years ago

Seeing same stuff here as well on 1.7.3 Server: Windows 7 64bit Client: Mac OS X 10.10.2

phampton24 commented 8 years ago

I am experiencing the same issue on Synergy Version 1.7.4 Server: Windows 10 64 Bit Client: Mac OSX 10.10.5 RDP From Client to another Windows box and no control keys (CTRL, ALT, SHIFT, WIN) are sent over RDP

dgtlcopywrite commented 8 years ago

Same here on Synergy 1.7.4. Server: Windows 7 x64 or Windows 10 x64 Client: Mac OS X 10.11 RDP from Synergy Client to Windows machine, no modifier keys are sent over RDP from Synergy Server.

I would really like to see this fixed. The old Microsoft RDP client is pretty buggy on newer OS X's, so I'm using RDP from my windows virtual machine as a work around.

matthewmatician commented 8 years ago

Same here on Synergy 1.7.4 Server: Mac OS X 10.10.5 Client: Mac OS X 10.10.5 RDP to windows machine. Zero Modifiers being passed.

andrewr01 commented 8 years ago

Just tried the Parallels 2X RDP client and it works! All meta keys working great! Definitely check it out.

tomsherrod commented 8 years ago

Same here on Synergy 1.7.5 Server: Ubuntu 14.04 Client: Mac OS X 10.9.5 RDP to windows machine, no shift keys

nickderoo commented 8 years ago

also suffering from this, Server: Fedora 18 Client Mac OSx 10.11.12 RDP to windows no dice, if anyone has any other workarounds i'd love to hear about it.

andrewr01 commented 8 years ago

@nickderoo: Parallels 2X RDP client.

SnooperXP commented 8 years ago

Also suffering this on 1.7.5 Server: Windows 10 Client: Mac OS X 10.10.5 RDP to windows machine, no meta keys

andrewr01 commented 8 years ago

@snooper1989: Parallels 2X RDP client.

kyrsjo commented 8 years ago

Seeing the same with v1.7.4, client OsX 10.11.2, server CentOS 7.1, RDP client "Microsoft Remote Desktop" to windows 2008R2 server. It also happens in the login prompt, which is somewhat surprising. Possible workaround is to use CapsLock, provide the password in the config dialog of the app, or reach over to the keyboard physically connected to the mac.

andrewr01 commented 8 years ago

@kyrsjo Have you tried the Parallels 2X RDP client? It works!

TryTryAgain commented 8 years ago

This is also an issue for me, when using a Linux/Ubuntu host (Windows/Dell keyboard) and a Mac OSX 10.11.4 (has been an issue since 10.10.x) and trying to interact with a Microsoft Remote Desktop RDP session on that Mac. Something to note, this was not and is still not an issue when using CoRD as my RDP client, but CoRD is pretty crashy nowadays. I'd like it to work no matter what I use.

derbbre commented 7 years ago

Still an issue. Windows server (1.8.2) Mac client (1.8.2). Microsoft Remote Desktop (8.0.32).

SignThief commented 7 years ago

This is still an issue. Ubuntu - Server & Mac - Client (both on 1.8.3).

MattTheProgrammer commented 7 years ago

I am still having this issue as well with Windows 10 as Server and macOS as Client. It's not as big of a deal for me since my Mac is generally on the same desk as the keyboard I'm using, but it would be fantastic if I didn't have to use the Mac keyboard at all.

botsmack commented 7 years ago

Still having this issue.

Synergy: 1.8.6-stable-2ab21aa Server: Windows 10 Client: macOS 10.12.2

Using RD Version 8.0.36 (Build 27228) and it won't pass meta keys.

alanhoyle commented 7 years ago

I'm seeing this with Synergy 1.8.6 client (macOS Sierra 10.12.3) and server (Ubuntu 16.10), both with latest updates. Remote Desktop 8.0.37 (app store version).

The remote desktop won't even receive shift which makes typing in a password impossible .

alanhoyle commented 7 years ago

Updated macOS Sierra client and Ubuntu server to Synergy 1.8.7 and the problem remains.

ericrdgz commented 7 years ago

Using Synergy 1.8.7 on macOS Sierra and Windows 10. I am also facing this problem. Please look into it. Makes using the shift and command key in RDP impossible to use.

ppkamik commented 7 years ago

Not working for me either synergy 1.8.7 (no SHIFT key): Server: CentOS7 Client: Sierra 10.12.3 Apps in client: MS Remote Desktop 8.0.37 Parallels Desktop 12.1.3

ussjoin commented 7 years ago

Also seeing the same issue. Server: OSX 10.10.5 Client: OSX 10.11.6 Apps in client: MS Remote Desktop 8.0.37

EasyAsABC123 commented 7 years ago

same issue if using screenhero and all vm tools or remote desktop/vnc...didn't test on ssh

taylorsmcclure commented 7 years ago

I first had this issue about 2 years ago, found it is still affecting me with my setup D:

Synergy is awesome otherwise, but I would really like it to work in this use case.

Tested in: MS RDP (OS X): v8.2.31 Build: 750 (Beta) Synergy: v1.8.7 Server: MS 10 Home Client: Mac OS X 10.11.6 (El Capitan)

Mystikite commented 7 years ago

Same story. 2 years later, same bug still breaking my workflow. not really complaining, just letting you know there is a user base still being hit by this issue. a label of 'v1.10-could' doesn't inspire much hope that this issue will make the cut.

sixsixtrample commented 7 years ago

I am also experiencing this issue now that I need to RDP to a windows machine from my mac synergy client.

I love Synergy, but I won't be able to keep using it if I can't get this to work. I'll have to switch back to a KVM (blech)

johnweldon commented 7 years ago

still seeing this:

Synergy Server: 1.8.8-stable-25a8cb2 Windows 10 64bit Synergy Client: 1.8.8-stable-25a8cb2 macOS Sierra 10.12.4 RDP Client on OSX: Microsoft Remote Desktop 8.0.38 (build 27253) Remote RDP Server: Windows Server 2008 R2 Enterprise SP 1

Left, Right Shift keys don't work Windows Key doesn't work

If I use the OSX keyboard directly it works

Mystikite commented 7 years ago

Same Issue. This has prevented me from recommending this software to several family members. While i am able to deal w/ the frustration, they aren't as tech savvy, and expect a product should just work.

axeljov commented 7 years ago

I am also having same issue with synergy client and server on 1.8.8 and using Win10 as server and MacOS 10.12.6. It is very annoying as it stops me from using synergy when using RDP.

zekyl314 commented 7 years ago

Any updates on this?

TryTryAgain commented 7 years ago

It's unfortunate, I can no longer recommend this product, and have stopped using it myself...back to multiple keyboards and mice until this is resolved, very sad.

Mystikite commented 6 years ago

What does the 'legacy' tag denote? Can we hope this issue is fixed in the upcoming 2.0 release? And if not, what becomes of the 1.10 release that this issue was tagged as '1.10-could'?

I telecommute, and this bug impacts me daily. Imagine trying to do remote work when completely unable to use the SHIFT key.

justinkauai commented 6 years ago

I found using xfreerdp works best. Now my problem is the command key is the modifier e.g cmd + c.

On my mac I have the command = control control = command

zekyl314 commented 6 years ago

Does this mean this is no longer going to be fixed and the bug will remain in all future versions? I still have this issue.