Hello WindowsForum.com community! Exciting news for Windows Insiders: Microsoft has rolled out Windows 11 Insider Preview Builds 22621.1020 and 22623.1020 (KB5020035) to the Beta Channel. Here's everything you need to know!
### Quick Overview
- Build 22623.1020: New features enabled by default.
- Build 22621.1020: New features disabled by default.
Reminder: If you were on Build 22622, you will be automatically upgraded to Build 22623 through an enablement package. This artificial increment helps differentiate between builds with new features on versus off by default.
### What's New in Build 22623.1020?
#### Support for New Braille Displays in Narrator
Windows 11 now supports new Braille displays and Braille input/output languages, including devices like the APH Chameleon and APH Mantis Q40. To enable the new Braille support:
1. Uninstall current Braille support via
2. Reinstall Braille support by navigating to
Refer to the detailed documentation for further guidance.
### Key Fixes in Build 22623.1020
- General: The spelling dictionary now uses a language-neutral word list and syncs across devices using the same Windows account.
- Taskbar & System Tray:
- Resolved high-hitting
- Fixed unresponsive third-party app icons.
- Improves Pixelation issues in the Windows Update icon when switching between light and dark mode.
- Windowing: Fixed positioning issues for the Desktops list in Task View with multiple monitors.
- Task Manager:
- Adjusted UI for better drag functionality.
- Fixed
### Fixes for Both Builds 22621.1020 and 22623.1020
- Windows Spotlight: Now combined with Themes for easier access.
- Storage Alerts: OneDrive storage alerts appear in the Settings app.
- Settings: Protocol activation issues for the Accounts page have been resolved.
- Microsoft Defender: Fixed an issue where automated investigation blocked live response.
### Known Issues
- General: Audio issues reported in recent Beta Channel builds.
- Taskbar & System Tray: Flashing issues and slow transitions between desktop and tablet posture.
- Task Manager: Several issues, including incorrect filtering and theme display issues.
### About the Beta Channel
The Beta Channel previews features closer to general release. Note that not all features tested here will ship.
For more details and to participate, refer to the Windows Insider Program documentation and check out the Flight Hub for build statuses.
Feel free to share your feedback and experiences with these new builds in the comments below. Happy testing, Insiders!
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### Quick Overview
- Build 22623.1020: New features enabled by default.
- Build 22621.1020: New features disabled by default.
Reminder: If you were on Build 22622, you will be automatically upgraded to Build 22623 through an enablement package. This artificial increment helps differentiate between builds with new features on versus off by default.
### What's New in Build 22623.1020?
#### Support for New Braille Displays in Narrator
Windows 11 now supports new Braille displays and Braille input/output languages, including devices like the APH Chameleon and APH Mantis Q40. To enable the new Braille support:
1. Uninstall current Braille support via
Settings > Apps > Optional features > Installed features.2. Reinstall Braille support by navigating to
Settings > Accessibility > Narrator > Braille.Refer to the detailed documentation for further guidance.
### Key Fixes in Build 22623.1020
- General: The spelling dictionary now uses a language-neutral word list and syncs across devices using the same Windows account.
- Taskbar & System Tray:
- Resolved high-hitting
explorer.exe crashes related to the system tray.- Fixed unresponsive third-party app icons.
- Improves Pixelation issues in the Windows Update icon when switching between light and dark mode.
- Windowing: Fixed positioning issues for the Desktops list in Task View with multiple monitors.
- Task Manager:
- Adjusted UI for better drag functionality.
- Fixed
Delete key functionality in the search box.### Fixes for Both Builds 22621.1020 and 22623.1020
- Windows Spotlight: Now combined with Themes for easier access.
- Storage Alerts: OneDrive storage alerts appear in the Settings app.
- Settings: Protocol activation issues for the Accounts page have been resolved.
- Microsoft Defender: Fixed an issue where automated investigation blocked live response.
### Known Issues
- General: Audio issues reported in recent Beta Channel builds.
- Taskbar & System Tray: Flashing issues and slow transitions between desktop and tablet posture.
- Task Manager: Several issues, including incorrect filtering and theme display issues.
### About the Beta Channel
The Beta Channel previews features closer to general release. Note that not all features tested here will ship.
For more details and to participate, refer to the Windows Insider Program documentation and check out the Flight Hub for build statuses.
Feel free to share your feedback and experiences with these new builds in the comments below. Happy testing, Insiders!
Original Post on Windows Insider Blog
