# Controlax: Computer Control — One button to open file & app

> iOS device as a remote control for PC and Mac. (iPhone/iPad app by Guangzhou Wayhold Information Technology Co. ,Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/controlax-computer-control/id1483428953 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Guangzhou Wayhold Information Technology Co. ,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1154421684)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 52 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, Spanish and 2 more
- Released: 2020-03-23
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/controlax-computer-control/id1483428953/reviews.md

## What is Controlax?

Have you ever thought about controlling the PC & Mac through the iPhone? Apps custom control, keyboard shortcuts mouse & keyboard, remote shutdown, or customize what you use most.
With Controlax, your iOS device will turn into a computer's powerful Touch Bar in 1 step in 1 second.
 
Controlax takes all:
 
•1sec Connect & Auto-Detect: 
We tried our best to simplify the connection between your iPhone and computer. And the best way to do it is to let your iPhone find your computer automatically.
 
•Revolution update: You can customize what you use most now.
You can create shortcuts about apps, files, folders, websites, keyboard shortcuts, and more with your imagination.

•Touch Bar also Remote Control
A productive controller when near to computer, and a remote controller when far away Mac. Remote shutdown, apps switching, windows switching, windows maximization, lock the screen, screenshot with one button. 
 
•Remote mouse & keyboard
Tap it. Slide it. Drag it. The iPhone becomes your best trackpad of the computer now. Familiar gestures make movement natural and intuitive
 
•Number Pad
Your efficiency can be improved by 300% when you using Excel, Numbers, and calculator
 
•Extremely Stable with Dual-Channel Technology: 
Exclusive Dual-Channel(internet and LAN)  technology makes the connection extremely stable.
 
•Distance-limitless Controlling:
The Internet-Connection-Mode enables Controlax to remote control smoothly from every signal corner of the world, without any space and distance's restriction.

System Requirements:
-iOS 8 or later
-MacOS 10.10 or later
-Windows 7 or later

## Key features

- Customizable app, file, and website shortcuts
- Remote mouse and keyboard control
- Virtual trackpad with familiar gestures
- Remote shutdown and system control
- Dual-channel connection for stability
- Internet-based remote control from anywhere

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/controlax-computer-control/id1483428953/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Crashed on the first go

*2026-02-08*

This froze and hard crashed on the first go for me. Had to re-start the computer to uninstall.

### 1/5 — Do not download

*2021-09-02, version 1.2.6*

This app doesnt work and once youve downloaded it is almost impossible to delete.

you have to quickly go onto activity manager force close the app and delete it quickly before it starts itself back up again.

### 5/5 — Cool

*2021-06-20, version 3.1.2*

Very good app

### 1/5 — Not Really Free For Mac

*2021-05-09, version 3.1.2*

As of the 7th of May 2021, you have to pay £3.99 (About $5.58) on the Mac App Store to use the app but the app does not tell you before you download.

### 3/5 — Doesn’t support landscape mode

*2020-07-23*

This app has some promise but it doesn’t support landscape mode on the iPad.

## Frequently asked questions about Controlax

### What can Controlax control on my computer?

Controlax allows you to control various aspects of your PC or Mac. This includes launching apps, opening files and folders, navigating websites, using a remote mouse and keyboard, and performing system actions like remote shutdown and screenshots.

### How does Controlax connect to my computer?

Controlax uses a simplified connection process that automatically detects your computer. It also features exclusive Dual-Channel Technology, utilizing both internet and LAN for an extremely stable connection, enabling distance-limitless controlling.

### Can I customize Controlax for my workflow?

Yes, Controlax offers extensive customization. You can create personalized shortcuts for apps, files, folders, websites, and keyboard shortcuts, tailoring the interface to your most frequent tasks and improving efficiency.

### Is Controlax suitable for tasks like using Excel?

Absolutely. Controlax includes a Number Pad feature that can significantly improve efficiency when using applications like Excel, Numbers, and calculators, by providing a dedicated numeric input interface.

### What are the system requirements for Controlax?

To use Controlax, you need iOS 8 or later on your iPhone or iPad. Your computer must be running macOS 10.10 or later, or Windows 7 or later.

### Does Controlax have ads?

No, Controlax does not contain advertisements. It is a completely ad-free experience for users.

### How often is Controlax updated?

The latest version of Controlax is 3.1.2, which was last updated on June 17, 2020. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates ongoing development.

### What devices does Controlax support?

Controlax is designed for use with Apple devices, including the iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It can control both Mac computers and Windows PCs.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 3.1.2 — 2020-06-17

# Supporting choosing language 
# Supporting landscape layout

### 3.0.9 — 2020-05-07

No release notes.

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