Greetings, WindowsForum community! Exciting news for all Windows enthusiasts and insiders: Microsoft has just released the Windows 11 Insider Preview Builds 22621.590 and 22622.590 (KB5017846) to the Beta Channel. Here's everything you need to know about these updates and their impact on your Windows experience.
Key Details and Changes
Build 22622.590: This build includes new features that are beginning to roll out to users. Build 22621.590: In contrast, this build has new features turned off by default.Highlights
- Flexible Installation: Users on Build 22621.xxxx can update to Build 22622.xxx to enable the new features.
- Control Panel Fix: Microsoft has
resolved the issue preventing the Control Panel from launching from the Start menu, Search, or even when pinned to the taskbar. - OneDrive Sharing Disabled: Based on Insider feedback, the ability to share local files directly to OneDrive using the Windows share window has been temporarily disabled. The feature first appeared in Build 22622.436 and may return once refinements are complete.
Improvements in File Explorer
- Stability Enhancements: Fixes include addressing explorer.exe crashes, memory leaks, and GDI object leaks.
- Interface Adjustments: The team addressed issues with text readability in light and dark modes, improved the behavior of the command bar buttons, and
refined the interactions with the tab row in File Explorer. - Enhanced Usability: Upgrades temporarily re-pin default folders to the navigation pane to help users locate them easily.
Taskbar Tweaks
- Customization: The taskbar overflow flyout now respects your accent color settings.
- Ordering and Layout: Apps in the overflow are now correctly ordered for Arabic and Hebrew display languages, and the widget entry point now collapses to save space when the taskbar is full.
General Fixes for Both Builds (22621.590 & 22622.590)
- cldflt.sys: Resolved an issue causing bug checks when used with Microsoft OneDrive.
- Robocopy Adjustments: Ensured robocopy correctly sets file modified
times when using the /IS switch.Known Issues and Ongoing Investigations
Microsoft is aware of the following persistent issues and is actively investigating: - Audio Problems: Some insiders report audio issues in recent Beta Channel builds.
- File Explorer Access: A subset of Insiders using "launch folder windows in a separate process" settings are unable to open File Explorer.
- Command Bar Functionality: Items like copy, paste, and empty recycle bin may sometimes be unexpectedly disabled.
Insights for WindowsForum Users
These updates signal Microsoft's continuous effort to refine and enhance the Windows 11 experience based on user feedback. As these builds are closer
to what will be shipped to general consumers, your participation in the Beta Channel is crucial. Remember, the features tested here might not always make it to the final release, emphasizing the importance of your input.Important Links for Insiders
- Inside Windows 11: Discover how Windows 11 is made through insights from the engineering, design, and research teams.
- Windows Insider Program Documentation: Stay informed with comprehensive documentation.
Flight Hub: Track builds across different Insider channels. Stay tuned for further updates and discussions on WindowsForum.com. Your engagement and feedback shape the future of Windows. Happy testing!
Source: Windows Insider Blog