Citrix Workspace app for Mac 2511 - Preview
You can download Citrix Workspace app for Mac 2511 preview version from the Downloads page.
For information on installation, see Install page.
Note:
This is an Early Access Build shared for the purpose of testing or validation with the intent to make organizations ready for the upcoming release and is NOT advised to be deployed in production environments.
You can give the EAR feedback using the Early Access Release Feedback form.
What’s new
The following is a list of features that are available in Citrix Workspace app 2511 for Mac:
- Support for PassKey (FIDO2) authentication (Technical Preview)
- Improved session reconnection experience (Technical Preview)
- Bidirectional Content Redirection support on Mac endpoints
- Modular Browser Content Redirection
- Support for Global App Configuration service in hybrid launches
- uberAgent add-on support for managed devices
- Citrix Enterprise Browser
- Improved session failure reporting
- Enhanced USB diagnostic tool for VDA
- Endpoint Analysis Plugin updates
Support for PassKey (FIDO2) authentication (Technical Preview)
Starting with version 2511, Citrix Workspace app for Mac supports PassKey (FIDO2) authentication using TouchID or password, in addition to external Security Keys. The PassKey is specific to the local macOS user profile and stored in the Secure Enclave, accessible only by Citrix Viewer. This feature is supported on Macs with the Secure Enclave.
To enable this feature, use the following command:
defaults write com.citrix.receiver.nomas EnableTouchIDAsFIDO2Authn YES
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Notes:
- Citrix Workspace app for Mac creates and manages PassKeys, which are valid only within active sessions.
- Contact your administrator if the organization requires certified authenticators.
Improved session reconnection experience
Starting with version 2511, this feature enhances the end-user experience during session timeouts caused by inactivity or network interruptions. The solution provides users with an option to reconnect directly from the timeout screen for desktop and app sessions. Users can also reconnect directly during the Auto-Client-Reconnect (ACR) phase.
Prerequisites:
- Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops™: Version 2411 or later
- Citrix Workspace™ app: Version 2511 or higher
The key features are as follows:
- Displaying specific reasons for session timeouts, such as Device went to sleep, or Network disruption.
- Allowing seamless reconnection to the session, whether it’s a new or persisting session, based on the administrator’s configuration.
- Supporting scenarios where auto reconnect might fail, such as network switches (for example Wi-Fi to LAN).
- Supporting directly reconnect during the auto-client-reconnect phase.
- Enabling seamless reconnection to hybrid-launched sessions, requiring user authentication only when the store is not configured in CWA.
To enable this feature, use the following command:
defaults write com.citrix.receiver.nomas EnableReconnectionExperience YES
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Bidirectional Content Redirection support on Mac endpoints
Starting with version 2511, Citrix Workspace app for Mac supports Bidirectional Content Redirection on Mac endpoints in the Host-to-Client direction only. This allows URLs from Citrix session browsers to open in the client’s default browser. The feature is disabled by default and will be enabled in a future release when Client-to-Host direction is available.
To enable this feature, use the following command:
defaults write com.citrix.receiver.nomas EnableBidirURLRedirection -bool true
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For more information, see Bidirectional content redirection.
Modular Browser Content Redirection
Starting with the Citrix Workspace app 2511 for Mac, the Modular BCR component is installed by default but not packaged with Citrix Workspace App. The modular and evergreen model allows the Browser Content Redirection component to be updated independently and uninstalled independently. This feature provides the following key benefits:
- Enhanced security: The BCR NW.js component can receive security patches and updates when they are available, without waiting for a full Citrix Workspace app for Mac release.
- Simplified management: Customers no longer must update entire Citrix Workspace app to receive the latest Browser content redirection features.
- Accelerated innovation: Faster deployment of new BCR features, enhancements, and bug fixes is now possible, delivering continuous value to customers.
The BCR component is downloaded from Citrix CDN and installed post Citrix Workspace app Mac installation.
Installation and management
When you install or upgrade to Citrix Workspace app 2511 or later, the installer triggers BCR component and installs it by default. No additional action is needed to install the BCR component.
For environments that do not use Browser Content Redirection, you can prevent its installation using the below MDM setting:
<key>BCRInstallationEnabled</key>
<false/>
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- If you exclude the BCR component during initial setup, you can install it anytime by downloading the standalone installer from the Citrix Downloads page.
- The BCR component can be uninstalled separately from Citrix Workspace app anytime by uninstalling the Citrix Browser Content Redirection Plug-in.
Automatic updates
Once the modular and evergreen BCR component is installed, it keeps itself up-to-date automatically. The component periodically checks for new versions and silently installs them in the background. This automatic update ensures that you always have the latest features and security updates without manual upgrades.
Support for Global App Configuration service in hybrid launches
Starting with version 2511, Citrix Workspace app for Mac supports Global App Configuration service for hybrid launches. Previously, Global App Configuration service settings were not applied when users launched HDX sessions from a browser that invoked the client engine. With this enhancement, Global App Configuration service configurations are now enforced for all launch methods—browser-initiated sessions, browser extension launches, and native Citrix Workspace app launches.
uberAgent add-on support for managed devices
Starting with version 2511, Citrix Workspace app for Mac supports the uberAgent add-on for managed devices. The uberAgent add-on provides advanced monitoring and diagnostics, delivering detailed insights into user experience and application performance. This integration is available exclusively on managed devices, streamlining deployment and reducing administrative overhead.
To enable uberAgent installation with Citrix Workspace app for Mac on managed devices, use the following MDM setting:
<key>UberAgentInstallationEnabled</key>
<true/>
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Citrix Enterprise Browser
Starting with version 2511, the Citrix Enterprise Browser (CEB) is no longer integrated into the Workspace app installation package. If necessary, users and administrators can now install CEB independently by downloading it directly from the Citrix Downloads page, located under the Citrix Enterprise Browser section.
Improved session failure reporting
Starting with version 2511, Citrix Workspace app for Mac improves session failure reporting in Citrix Director by distinguishing user-canceled session launches from actual connection failures. The app detects user cancellations and notifies StoreFront through a postevent endpoint, excluding these cancellations from the User Connection Failures count. This provides administrators with clearer visibility into genuine connection issues for more efficient troubleshooting.
Enhanced USB diagnostic tool for VDA
Starting with version 2511, Citrix Workspace app for MAC enhances the USB diagnostic tool deployed with the VDA to support customers with self-service diagnosis of configuration and runtime issues related to USB redirection.
Endpoint Analysis (EPA) Plugin updates
Starting with version 2511, the Endpoint Analysis (EPA) plugin now updates automatically using the Citrix Workspace app’s built-in auto-update capability. It no longer depends on GACS or MDM policies to start the update process.
Fixed issues
This release addresses several issues that help to improve overall performance and stability.
Known issues
No new issues have been observed in this release.