Copy/Paste to Server 2022 isn't working.

Question

I have the problem that when I connect to a Windows Server 2022 via RDP, I cannot use Copy/Paste.

What I noticed is that the rdpclip.exe process is normally responsible for this, but in my case, even when manually executed, it terminates after one second.

Things I have already tried:

• Enabled clipboard and drive redirection in the RDP file.
• Tested rdpclip.exe on another server without any issues.
• Set GPO settings for the clipboard.
• Created an exception in the antivirus program.
• Disabled the antivirus program.
• Ran SFC and DISM.
• Performed a repair installation while keeping data and apps.
• Installed all available updates.

Despite all these attempts, rdpclip.exe still does not stay open.

One thing I noticed is that in Safe Mode, I can run rdpclip.exe without it terminating.

I would be very grateful for any further suggestions.

Answer 1

Hello

Thank you for posting in Q&A forum.

Here are a few additional suggestions that might help:

1. Restart the rdpclip.exe Process:

You can restart it by opening Task Manager on the remote server, ending the rdpclip.exe process, and then starting it again via File -> Run new task -> rdpclip.exe.

2. Check RDP Client Settings:

Ensure that the clipboard is enabled in your RDP client settings. Go to the Local Resources tab in the Remote Desktop Connection settings and make sure the Clipboard option is checked.

3. PowerShell Script to Restart rdpclip.exe:

You can use a PowerShell script to restart the rdpclip.exe process if it hangs.

Here’s a simple script you can run:

(Get-WmiObject -Query "select * from Win32_Process where name='rdpclip.exe'" | ?{$_.GetOwner().User -eq $ENV:USERNAME}).Terminate() Start-Process rdpclip.exe

4. Check for Third-Party Software Conflicts:

Try disabling or uninstalling any third-party clipboard managers or security software temporarily to see if that resolves the issue.

5. Update RDP Client:

Ensure that you are using the latest version of the RDP client.

References:

Copy/Paste Not Working in Remote Desktop (RDP) Clipboard

FIX: Copy Paste Not Working in Remote Desktop Connection. (Solved)

I hope the information above is helpful.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to let us know.

Best Regards,

Daisy Zhou

============================================

If the Answer is helpful, please click "Accept Answer" and upvote it.

Answer 2

Hello,

I am unable to restart the process because it does not start at all.

The RDP client settings are correct, and drive redirection is enabled. However, the issue persists.

I have started the server with minimal programs, but the problem remains unchanged.

I am using the latest version of the RDP client and have also tested an older version, but without success.