# How to Publish a Windows Application with V2 Cloud: Quick & Easy Client Side Virtualization

- March 29, 2021
- Author: V2 Cloud

## Tutorial Overview
This tutorial explains how to use a remote app on your **V2 Cloud desktop** and restrict user access to specific applications only. Users will not see the complete desktop, but only the applications you select for them.

## Steps to Publish a Remote Application
### **STEP 1**
1. Log in as an Administrator on your Cloud computer.
   - In this example, we will use the Google Chrome application. Create a shortcut for the application and place it in a folder all intended users can access.

### **STEP 2**
1. Go to the V2 Cloud Dashboard and click on the _Apps_ tab. Then, click on _Add a new remote application_.

2. Fill in the fields as follows:
   - **Name / Description**
   - **Path**: Enter the path where the shortcut is located. The easiest way to do this is by copying and pasting.

3. Then, do the same with the name of the shortcut:

4. Add `.lnk` at the end of the path. It should look like the image below:

5. Select _Apply to all users_ if you want the Remote App to be available to all users. If you want to enable the Remote App for a specific user only, leave this option unchecked.
6. Click _Submit_.

### **STEP 3**
1. On the Dashboard, click on the _Users_ tab.

2. Find the specific user and click on the _Action_ button, then select _Edit user_.
3. In the _Remote apps_ drop-down menu, select Google Chrome. (You can select as many applications as you want; the user will be prompted to choose which application to use after logging in with the V2 Cloud Desktop app.)
   - **NOTE**: Please wait 5 minutes before connecting with the user to the new remote app. The task takes a few minutes to complete in our backend.

4. Click **Submit**.

### **STEP 4**
1. Ask the user to log in and test the application. Once logged in, it will look like this:

2. If the user has multiple Remote Apps assigned, they will appear as follows after logging in with the V2 Cloud Desktop app:

## FAQ: V2 Cloud Application Publishing and Virtualization Tutorial
### **1. What types of applications can I virtualize using V2 Cloud?**
You can virtualize a wide range of applications with V2 Cloud, including web browsers, productivity tools, and custom software. As long as the application can run on your Cloud computer, it can be virtualized and made accessible to users.

### **2. Can I customize the access permissions for different users?**
Yes, you can customize access permissions for each user. You can choose to make the Remote App available to all users or limit access to specific users based on your needs.

### **3. What should I do if the application does not appear for users after following the tutorial?**
If the application does not appear for users, ensure that the shortcut path is correctly specified and that the application has been assigned to the user under the _Users_ tab. Also, verify that you waited at least 5 minutes for changes to take effect.

### **4. How can I verify that the virtualized application is working correctly before making it available to all users?**
Test the virtualized application by logging in with a test user account or your own account to ensure it appears and functions correctly. You can make adjustments based on your testing before rolling it out to all users.

### **5. Can I remove or change the virtualized applications later?**
Yes, you can modify or remove virtualized applications at any time. Simply return to the _Apps_ tab in the V2 Cloud Dashboard, make the necessary changes, and click _Submit_ to apply the updates.

### **6. What should I do if I encounter technical issues or need assistance with the tutorial?**
For technical support or assistance, contact V2 Cloud’s support team through the Support Page. They can help resolve any issues and provide additional guidance as needed.

### **7. Is there a limit to the number of applications I can virtualize and publish?**
V2 Cloud offers scalable solutions, so you can virtualize and publish a large number of applications based on your subscription plan and infrastructure capacity. If you have specific needs, consult with V2 Cloud support for detailed information.