Citrix Receiver Chrome Web Store

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- Install Citrix Workspace app

Citrix WebHelper for Google chrome can work as invoked mode or Non-invoked mode to access XenApp/XenDesktop resource. The article describes configuration steps for Citrix WebHelper invoked mode. It is essential to have access to back-end application via NetScaler Gateway when Receiver Client Selective Trust (CST) feature is enabled. Use a text editor to open the web.config file for Receiver for Web. This is typically located in the C: inetpub wwwroot Citrix storenameWeb directory, where storename is the name specified for the store. One of the most popular enterprise applications deployed on Chrome OS is the Citrix Workspace (formerly Receiver) app. Citrix enables organizations to securely connect users to line-of-business. Citrix StoreFront with Google Chrome (Windows) Open Google Chrome and browse to If this is the first time you have visited the StoreFront site, or if you have recently cleared your Browsing Data, you will be prompted with the window shown below. Click “Detect Receiver”. The new Citrix Workspace app (formerly known as Citrix Receiver) provides a great user experience - a secure, contextual, and unified workspace - on any device. It gives you instant access to all your SaaS and web apps, your mobile and virtual apps, files, and desktops from an easy-to-use, all-in-one interface powered by Citrix Workspace services. Using your mobile and virtualized applications.

Overview

For Linux instructions, see Use IUanyWare in Linux.

Follow the instructions below to use Citrix Workspace app with IUanyWare, as recommended by UITS. If you prefer to use the light version, see Access and use IUanyWare with Citrix Receiver for Web.

For help with IUanyWare, contact your campus Support Center, or search this KnowledgeBase.

Windows and macOS

Install Citrix Workspace app

Windows

Follow these instructions to download and install the latest supported version of Citrix Workspace app. UITS does not support the use of any other version.
Your computer should be running Windows 10 or Windows 8.x.
Use the browser of your choice to install Citrix Workspace app and launch IUanyWare.
The correct IUanyWare URL is https://iuanyware.iu.edu; to avoid misleading warning messages, always use the https:// prefix for a secure connection.

To install the UITS-supported version of Citrix Workspace app:

Go to receiver.citrix.com.
The site will auto-detect your operating system, and provide a link to download the appropriate installer. Click the link to download the installer.
Your download will automatically launch; click the installer to run it.
Leave Enable Single Sign-onunchecked.
Leave Add Account unchecked. Proceed to Launch IUanyWare applications, below.

macOS

Follow these instructions to download and install the latest supported version of Citrix Workspace app. UITS does not support the use of any other version.
For supported versions of macOS, see Prerequisites to install Citrix Workspace app.
Use the browser of your choice to install Citrix Workspace app and launch IUanyWare.
The correct IUanyWare URL is https://iuanyware.iu.edu; to avoid misleading warning messages, always use the https:// prefix for a secure connection.

To install the UITS-supported version of Citrix Workspace app:

Go to receiver.citrix.com.
The site will auto-detect your operating system, and provide a link to download the appropriate installer. Click the link to download the installer.
A new Citrix page will open. Double-click the *.dmg download, and then click to install Citrix.
Follow the installation instructions.
Leave Add Account unchecked. Proceed to Launch IUanyWare applications, below.

Launch IUanyWare applications

To launch an application or desktop in IUanyWare:

Log into IUanyWare.
At any time, including when launching applications, you may be prompted to select Open Citrix Workspace/Receiver Launcher. Click remember my choice for Citrix Workspace/Receiver Launcher to avoid being prompted each time.
On the 'Welcome' screen:
- If you have Citrix Workspace app installed, click Detect Receiver.
  - In some cases, after you click Detect Receiver, you may need to click Already installed.
- If you don't have the app and don't want to install it, click Use light version.
You'll land on your HOME tab, from which you can access your favorites.
Select the APPS or DESKTOPS tab, and then click the icon of the desktop or app you wish to launch.

Switch between Citrix Workspace app and web Receiver

You can switch between using Citrix Workspace app and the web Receiver (the 'light version').

At the top right, click the gear icon, and then select Account Settings.
Click Change Citrix Receiver.
- Select Detect Receiver to use Citrix Workspace app, installed on your machine.
- Select Use light version to use Citrix Receiver for Web.

Add or remove favorites

To add a favorite in IUanyWare:

On the APPS or DESKTOPS tab, locate an application you'd like to place in your favorites.
Click the star at the top left.

To remove an application or desktop from your favorites:

On the HOME tab, locate the application or desktop you'd like to remove from your favorites.
Click the star at the top left.

Search in IUanyWare

To search for anything in IUanyWare, click the magnifying glass at the top right of the IUanyWare Storefront and fill in the search field. All apps and desktops that match your search terms will display.

iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch

To access and use IUanyWare apps on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, you must first install and configure the currently supported version of Citrix Workspace app.

To view a list of supported iOS versions, see Citrix Workspace app for iOS.

To install and configure Citrix Workspace app on your iOS device:

Search the Apple App Store for 'Citrix Workspace' to find the appropriate app, and then install it.
Once the app is installed, tap Workspace to launch it, and then tap Get Started.
In the 'Address' field, enter https://storefront.iuanyware.iu.edu/, and then tap Next.
Enter your IU username and passphrase.
After you enter your credentials:
- If you have the Duo Mobile app installed on any device, you'll automatically receive a Duo push. Accept the push to complete your configuration.
- If you don't have the Duo Mobile app installed but have at least one phone number set up for Duo, you'll automatically receive a call at your primary Duo phone number. Accept the call to complete your configuration.
Enter your IU username and passphrase a second time, if prompted.

Once you're logged in, you'll see your list of favorites on the main screen. Click + (the plus sign) to the left of the window to see a list of available applications and desktops.

If you do not see a list of apps and desktops:

Close and then relaunch the Workspace app.
Click the gear icon at the top right, and select Manage Account.
Under 'Select your account', click the option connected to your username.
Click + (the plus sign) again to see a list of available apps and desktops.

From here, browse the software category folders to find your desired applications. Tap the corresponding + (plus sign) to add an application to your list of favorites on the main screen. Tap a software icon to launch a virtualized application. When you're finished with your application, close it the same way you close the desktop version.

Search in IUanyWare on your iOS device

There is one search field for the iOS Citrix Workspace app. To get to the search field, click + (the plus sign) to the left of the window; the search field is at the very top of the panel that opens.

Android devices

To access and use IUanyWare apps on your Android device, you must first install and configure the currently supported version of Citrix Workspace app.

If Citrix Workspace app is already installed on your device, you may have trouble connecting to IUanyWare after the app upgrades to a newer version. To avoid this problem, before using these instructions, open the installed version and delete your existing account.

To install and configure Citrix Workspace app on your Android device:

Search the Google Play store for 'Citrix Workspace' to find the appropriate app, and then install it.
Once the app is installed, tap Workspace to launch it.
On the Welcome screen, tap Get Started.
For 'Address', enter https://storefront.iuanyware.iu.edu.
If prompted, accept the server certificate.
Enter your IU username and passphrase.
In the 'Domain' field, if prompted, enter ads.iu.edu.
Tap Sign on and complete a Duo Two-Step Login.

Once installation and setup are complete, in Citrix Workspace app, tap the site you added, enter your IU passphrase, and then tap Log On to access and use available IUanyWare apps. By default, you'll land on your HOME tab. To search for other apps or desktops, select the menu bar at the top left and tap APPS or DESKTOPS.

Search in IUanyWare on your Android device

There is one search field for the Citrix Workspace app for Android. Click the search icon at the upper right to search all available applications and desktops.

Chrome OS devices

On Chrome OS devices (such as Chromebooks):

Go to the Web Store and search for 'Citrix Workspace'. Make sure to select the app offered by Citrix, and install it. Once it's installed, open the app.
In the 'Account URL' field, type https://storefront.iuanyware.iu.edu, and then click Connect:.
Under 'Please log on to IUAnyWare', log in with your IU username and passphrase, and then complete a Duo Two-Step Login.
You will land on your HOME tab. Click the APPS or DESKTOPS tab to see other published options.

Add or remove favorites on your Chrome OS device

To add a favorite in IUanyWare:

On the APPS or DESKTOPS tab, locate an application you'd like to place in your favorites.
Click the star at the top left.

To remove an application or desktop from your favorites:

On the HOME tab, locate the application or desktop you'd like to remove from your favorites.
Click the star at the top left.

Search in IUanyWare on your Chrome OS device

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Instructions

1. For an already installed Chrome, Chrome > Settings > Show advanced settings > Privacy > clearing Browsing data: the beginning of time, then exit Chrome and re-run it.
2. Access Netscaler Access Gateway URL in Chrome and login with user credential, You should get below “Detect Receiver” page.
3. Click “Detect Receiver” button and wait, you should see Chrome “External Protocol Request” dialog window pop up.
Note: Verify urlreceiver://<AG FQDN>/Citrix/…, Verify the client machine can resolve the AG FQDN to correct IP address.

Google Chrome And Citrix Receiver

4. Click “Launch Application” button, the expected output is, “Just a moment, we’re detecting if…” and then automatically redirects to Storefront resource enumeration page with resources listed, or Storefront login page (you might need to re-enter user credential and click “Logon” button).
Important Note:

If “Just a moment, we’re detecting if…” webpage doesn’t auto redirects to enumeration/login page of storefront, please click “Detect again” button to try again.

If “Just a moment, we’re detecting if…” webpage doesn't redirect to storefront web page, it means the configuration for Citrix WebHelper invoked mode failed. In this situation, user can click “Already installed” to continue, Chrome will work in Citrix WebHelper NOT invoked mode.

5. In Storefront resource enumeration page, click an application icon. If “External Protocol Request” dialog window pops up. It indicates Chrome is working at WebHelper.exe invoked mode.
Otherwise, It will work in non-invoked mode. Where it will download ICA file for the resource.

Citrix Receiver Chrome Web Store Settings

Citrix Receiver Chrome Extension

6. Check 'Remember my choice' to avoid repeated External protocol request

Citrix Receiver Chrome Web Store App

popup and Click “Launch Application” button, the application should be launched by Receiver successfully even with CST enabled.

Additional Resources

CTX218929: Unable to launch application from Chrome via Netscaler Gateway with client selective trust (CST) enabled

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