Microsoft Remote Desktop - The User Account Did Not Work

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Hi,

Recently I downloaded Microsoft Remote Desktop on my Mac so that I can remotely access my Windows laptop (which is on the same network). However, on entering the details for my Microsoft account, I received an error telling me that "The User Account Did Not Work" (as shown below). I have tried many solutions online but none seem to work.

- My Mac and Windows laptop are connected to the same network

- I am positive that I have entered my account details correctly (I was able to successfully log into the Microsoft store using them).

- The user account that I am using has admin permissions.

- I have my network settings set to private.

- I have tried using using both my PC name and its local IP address.

- For my user account I have used the email used to log myself into my Microsoft account and the PCNAME\USERNAME format.

- I have allowed Remote Desktop access on my target machine.

Am I missing anything? I would be very grateful for any help given.