Citrix Workspace is a free-to-download productivity application for mobile developed by Citrix Systems Inc. It's the official companion app that grants Android users remote access to their important files and programs from anywhere. Everything is available from one unified place that also boasts an intuitive and modern user interface.

Much like its Windows client and iOS app counterparts, Citrix Workspace provides seamless interoperability that enables users to jump in and out of work from virtually any device. It's easy to log in and get started, and the platform supports multiple accounts from a single device in cases of shared workstations.

Centralized remote access

Citrix Workspace essentially provides businesses with virtual workspaces that allow employees to access work files from anywhere and from any device, with its native cross-platform interoperability. It operates on the concept of virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) that lets you pick up work uninterrupted while providing increased security as compared to other traditional remote access solutions available in the market right now or even VPNs.

Get login credentials to the workspace app from your IT department and you can access and launch microapps created by the system administrator that basically replicate your tools and programs virtually. For files, Client Drive Mapping lets you copy to and from your local storage or flash drives. You can also send Location and Sensor information in case of applications that require specific geolocation or time conditions.

Moreover, the app was specifically created with touch input in mind, hence it supports gesture control to help make navigation easier. Despite its efforts, though, the user experience is still quite cumbersome, especially on smaller screens. Also, it suffers from connectivity issues that make it very difficult for users to connect to servers to log into their accounts and get to work.

More flexible with multiple URLs

A new feature that grants admins more control over user experience arrives in Citrix Workspace. The multiple workspace URLs update lets you create subdomains for your main URL, providing separate login portals for marketing, finance, and other departments or subsidiaries. Each subdomain can have its own customizable branding, applications, desktops, and even authentication methods. With a limit of 10 URLs, this update streamlines access management, potentially improves security, and offers a more tailored user experience.

Work from anywhere

With remote work becoming more commonplace, services like Citrix Workspace make the transition simpler and more seamless for businesses and their employees. It works cross-platform and the virtual applications themselves work as they should. While the official companion app is not without its issues, it will help in a pinch while on the go. Check it out now and see for yourself.