# Launch a new desktop
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1. From the menu, choose **My Virtual Desktops**.

1. Choose **Launch New Virtual Desktop**.   
![Virtual desktops](http://docs.aws.amazon.com/res/archive/release-minus-3/ug/images/res-virtualdesktops.png)

1. Enter the details for your new desktop.

1. Choose **Submit**. 

A new card with your desktop information appears instantly, and your desktop will be ready to use within 10-15 minutes. Startup time depends on the selected image. RES detects GPU instances and installs the relevant drivers.