Updated on August 29, 2024 in How to, Remote access

How to Control Android Tablet Remotely: Best Options

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There are different applications you can use to control Android Tablet remotely from other devices. In this article, you’ll learn the best ways to do this, including remotely control Android tablet from a PC, iPhone, or an Android.

How to Remote Control Android Tablet From a PC?

One of the best ways to remotely control an android tablet is through your PC with your mouse and keyboard. When you remote control Android tablet from Windows, you will also be able to play games on your Android tablet using your computer. It can be done easily with the use of remote control software.

Solution 1: Remote support software

Remote control apps are tools that allow you to control Android tablet from PC remotely. Some apps can be used from a Windows, Mac, or Linux PC. Most of the time, these apps don’t just house a remote control function but other features as well.

Here are a few examples that you can try yourself:

1. AirDroid

source: https://web.airdroid.com/

AirDroid is an all-in-one Android device manager that can be used to screen share, remote control Android tablet from PC, transfer and manage files, and manage SMS and notifications.

Pricing:

The app comes with a free version that will allow you to use its remote control capability for up to 200 MB of remote data per month. Only 2 Android devices at maximum. If this is not enough for you, their premium version comes cheap at $2.5 per month.

2. BeyondTrust

source: https://www.beyondtrust.com/remote-support/features/apps

BeyondTrust’s Remote Support Software is a remote control tool with an enhanced security system that protects end-users from cybersecurity attacks. It comes with Native 2FA – a 2-factor authentication system that authenticates all users’ identities before a remote control session starts. Along with its security features, it also comes with basic remote control features like screen sharing, annotations, camera sharing, and file sharing.

Pricing:

It’s priced significantly higher than its alternatives, with yearly plans starting at $1,995 per year for the essential plan,which is designed for small teams and includes remote support, unattended remote access, and 2-factor authentication.

3. Splashtop

source: https://www.splashtop.com/remote-desktop/android

Splashtop is “secure remote access made simple,” according to the company’s slogan. It stands out from other remote access software because it gives its users the ability to deploy commands to multiple computers. It has a group of features under a “1-to-Many Actions” category which is actions that can be performed on more than one computer at the same time.

Pricing

For as low as $5 per month, you can access its Business Access Solo plan, usable on 2 computers. Multi-monitor support and remote reboot features are available for $8.25 per month per user.

4. TeamViewer QuickSupport

source: https://www.teamviewer.com/en/info/quicksupport/

TeamViewer QuickSupport is a software that gives you quick access to technical support whenever you have problems with your Android device. All you have to do is download it, and you’ll be able to get an ID number for your device. You can give this ID number to your help desk provider, a friend, or a family member to help you navigate your device from their own.

Pricing

For USD 12 per month, you can use this software on three of your devices with one license. In addition, the software comes with a remote access feature, two-factor authentication, and granular access management, among other features.

Solution 2: Video communication platforms

If you’re only looking to give directions to a friend or a family member and remotely controlling their device seems too excessive, you can try using video communication platforms instead. These platforms allow you to communicate with other people online through voice and video calls. The best thing is you’ll also be able to use these platforms to share your screen, which may just be enough to give someone more detailed instructions. It would be worthwhile to explore utilizing a video communication platform such as Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, Zoom or other.

How to ​​Remote Control Android Tablet From Android Phone

If you don’t have a PC or a Mac, you don’t have to worry. You can also control your Android tablet from another phone. You can use a combination of two software, namely Airmirror and Airdroid, to do this.

From Android phone:

You can control Android tablet with phone with the help of remote control tools like AirMirror and Airdroid. These two are used together to be able to remotely control an Android phone from another. AIrMirror goes to the “controlling” phone, and Airdroid is installed on the “controlled” phone. Besides allowing you to control android tablet from phone, they can also be used for file management and file sharing.

Note: You can use the “controlled” phone while the remote control session is on-going. However, the “controller” will be able to view your activity.

If after following these steps you face problems with AirDroid, consult the quick tips to address issues or troubleshoot when AirDroid is not working correctly.

How to remotely control Android phone from iPhone

You can also use AirDroid and AirMirror to remote control Android tablet from iPhone. The only difference is you won’t be installing the AirMirror application on your iPhone, but you’ll be using the AirDroid web client.

August 29, 2024 – Article updated:
Parallels Access solution was removed from the “Remote support software” list due to an official announcement from the developer that the product is no longer supported and distributed: https://kb.parallels.com/130090.