HDX transport

Enlightened Data Transport (EDT)

By default, EDT is enabled in Citrix Workspace app for Mac.

Citrix Workspace app for Mac reads the EDT settings as set in the default.ica file and applies it.

To disable EDT, run the following command in a terminal:

defaults write com.citrix.receiver.nomas HDXOverUDPAllowed -bool NO

Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU) discovery in Enlightened Data Transport (EDT)

Starting with the 2108 version, Citrix Workspace app for Mac supports Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU) discovery in Enlightened Data Transport (EDT). It increases the reliability and compatibility of the EDT protocol and provides an improved user experience.

Note:

EDT MTU discovery is supported on macOS Big Sur and later.

Improved network congestion control

Starting with the 2308 version, the Citrix-proprietary transport protocol called Enlightened Data Transport (EDT) is improved to efficiently control network congestion. This feature improves data throughput and reduces latency.

Upgraded HDX Reducer to Version 4

Previously, Citrix Workspace app for Mac supported HDX Reducer V3. Starting with the 2402 version, Citrix Workspace app for Mac supports HDX Reducer V4. This feature reduces the network bandwidth required for a typical session and improves response time.

HDX transport