Microsoft is rolling out Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4116 (KB5034843) to the Release Preview Channel, offering users a preview of upcoming features and improvements. Let's explore the key enhancements in this update.
Noteworthy Updates
Desktop Spotlight Feature: Initially introduced in this update, Desktop Spotlight allows users to access Bing by clicking an icon on their desktop background, offering a captivating way to explore images from around the world. Please note that this feature has been temporarily disabled and will be re-released in a future update.
Enhanced Windows Share Functionality: Users can now directly share URLs to various applications like WhatsApp, Gmail, Facebook, and LinkedIn using the Windows share feature, with support for sharing to X (formerly Twitter) coming soon.
Improvements and Fixes
Resolves delays experienced during sign-in to Azure Virtual Desktop sessions.
Ensures that games installed on secondary drives remain installed on the drive.
Addresses an issue with Windows Hello for Business authentication when using Microsoft Entra ID on specific apps with Web Access Management (WAM).
Fixes an incorrect user interface for Internet Options Data Settings in Microsoft Edge.
Solves an issue impacting the Japanese Input Method Editor's functionality for custom desktops.
Resolves connection issues to sovereign cloud endpoints in Remote Desktop Web Authentication.
Conclusion
The Windows 10 Build 19045.4116 update in the Release Preview Channel brings exciting features and necessary fixes to enhance user experience and system functionality. Users can look forward to innovative features like Desktop Spotlight for immersive image exploration and streamlined URL sharing through Windows share functionality.
