What you need to know
- Microsoft has just sent two Windows 11 builds to Insiders in the Beta Channel.
- Builds 22621.1972 and 22631.1972 are minor changes that focus on bug fixes.
- Microsoft also started testing the Windows App SDK version of File Explorer with Insiders with today’s update.
Today was a big day for Windows 11 news. Microsoft started testing Windows Copilot with Insiders in the Dev Channel. While that’s the most exciting news of the day, it’s not just Insider news. Microsoft also sent two builds to the Beta Channel.
Build 22631.1972 (new feature enabled by default) and Build 22621.1972 (new feature disabled by default) are minor updates. It includes several fixes. There is one change that should change File Explorer, but the program won’t look any different. Microsoft is upgrading File Explorer from WinUI 2 to WinUI 3.
Microsoft explained all the changes on the Windows Blog:
Build 22631.1972: Updates & Updates
File Explorer
- Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel on Build 22631 are now previewing the Windows App SDK version of File Explorer. The functionality in File Explorer has not changed, it just changes from WinUI 2 to WinUI 3.
Build 22631.1972: Fixes
Favorites
- The “Hide date and time in System tray” option from the last visit should no longer go back (turn it off, not on).
Build 22621.1972 & Build 22631.1972: Repairs
- New! This update supports several simplified Chinese fonts and the Microsoft Pinyin Input Method Editor (IME) to support GB18030-2022. You can enter and display characters from level 1 or 2 using the Microsoft add-ons Yahei, Simsun, and Dengxian. This update now supports Unicode Extensions E and F in the Simsun Ext-B font. This meets the requirements of Level 3.
- New! With this update, you can now authenticate to the Microsoft cloud. This also satisfies Conditional Access checks if required.
- New! This update supports local file sharing in File Explorer with Microsoft Outlook addresses. Now you have the option to send the file quickly. In addition, downloading contacts from Outlook is fine. This feature is not available for files stored in a Microsoft OneDrive folder. OneDrive has its own sharing service.
- New! This update improves the display of Microsoft account information on the Start menu. A Microsoft account is what connects Windows to your Microsoft applications. The account keeps a backup of all your data and helps you manage your subscriptions. You can also add additional security measures to avoid being locked out of your account. This allows you to access important account-related information.
- New! This update adds new features and improvements to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. For more information, see Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
- This change addresses the problem it affects TextInputHost.exe. It stops working.
- This update addresses an issue affecting HKCUSoftwareMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionExplorerUser Shell Folders. Now you can set and save the correct permissions for this method. When permissions are incorrect, the Start menu, search, and Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) authentication fail.
- These updates address an issue that affects devices that use Network Protector for BitLocker. The device will not restart after being stopped.
- This update resolves an issue that affects some applications that use it IDBObjectStore. Does not work in Microsoft Edge and IE mode.
- This update will address an issue affecting the monthly scheduled service. It may not run on time if certain events occur when daylight saving time occurs.
- This update addresses an issue affecting the Narrator. It reads incorrectly when you disable the selection of the selected button.
- This update gives user accounts the ability to open an elevated Windows Terminal. This only works if they use an admin account that they haven’t logged into before.
- This update resolves an issue that affects File Explorer (Explorer.exe). It stops working.
- This update addresses an issue affecting the Narrator. This feature stops Narrator from saving your recording status when you switch between browsers.
- This update resolves an issue that affects some apps. It stops working when it tries to scan a barcode.
- This update resolves an issue that affects Microsoft Intune notifications. This feature stops devices with less than 3.5 GB of RAM from accessing them.
- This update addresses a problem that affects Groups. This feature stops Teams from notifying you of missed calls or messages.
- This update resolves an issue that affects File Explorer windows. They appear unexpectedly in front.
- This change affects Active Directory event ID 1644 processing. It now accepts events larger than 64 KB in length. This change reduces the Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) queries contained within 1644 instances to 20000 characters by default. You can change the value to 20K using the registry key “DEFAULT_DB_EXPENSIVE_SEARCH_FILTER_MAX_LOGGING_LENGTH_IN_CHARS.”
- This update resolves an issue that affects Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 users. You may not see the right location for the Remote Desktop feature on your physical machine or Cloud PC.
- This change affects the reliability of Windows. It gets better after changing the OS.
- These updates will address an issue that affects the headphones. They stop streaming music.
- This update resolves an issue affecting .msi files. Minor changes were not installed. This happens when you use the EnterpriseDesktopAppManagement configuration service provider (CSP) to distribute the .msi file.
- This change solves a problem that affects a tib.sys the driver. It does not carry. This happens when HyperVisor-protected Code Integrity (HVCI) is enabled.
- This update will resolve the issue affecting the on-screen keyboard. This article stops it from opening when you shut down the system.
- This change addresses the problem it affects msftconnecttext.net. Gets HTTP traffic.
- These updates will fix an issue that may affect your computer while playing the game. Timeout Detection and Recovery (TDR) errors may occur.
- This update also addresses the “Smart Card is required for Interactive Logon” account activation issue. When RC4 is disabled, you cannot authenticate to Remote Desktop Services farms. The error message is, “An authentication error has occurred.” The requested version is not compatible with the KDC. ”
- This update will address an issue affecting the Validation section of the Start menu. When you right-click on the local file, it doesn’t appear as you expect.
- This update affects the Desktop Windows Manager (DWM). It increases its credibility.
- This update resolves an issue that affects all registry settings under System Policies. They can be removed. This happens when you don’t rename the temporary user file during Group Policy.
- These updates will address an issue that affects Spooler functionality. It stops working. This happens when you print using a specific workstation.
- This update resolves an issue that affects some apps. Sometimes, video editing is done.
- This update resolves an issue affecting File Explorer. It may stop responding forever. This happens when you try to view file access permissions in File Explorer.
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