Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5761 (KB5064093) hits Beta Channel: what’s new, how to get it, and pro tips for x86 and Snapdragon X PCs
TL;DR
- Build: Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5761 (KB5064093) for 24H2, Beta Channel.
- Rollout: Controlled Feature Rollout (CFR). Some features require “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” to be turned on.
- Headliners:
- Phone-to-PC continuity: Resume what you were doing in Spotify on Android directly on your Windows 11 PC via a taskbar “Resume” alert.
- Snipping Tool: New window recording mode to capture a single app window.
- Lock screen battery icon refresh for clearer at-a-glance status.
- Copilot+ PCs: “Click to Do” can now be triggered with a two‑finger press on touchscreens.
- Settings: Search now deep-links you straight into the exact settings pages.
- Auto SR (Automatic Super Resolution): Quality-of-life updates for Snapdragon-powered devices.
- Typing: New, easier way to insert en and em dashes systemwide.
- Fixes: Faster Installed apps page, Windows Hello Face reliability, and better performance when using game overlays.
- Known issues: Recall behavior in the EEA, File Explorer Home visibility quirks, and an Xbox controller Bluetooth hiccup with a driver-management workaround.
1) Pick up your Spotify from phone to PC
Build 26120.5761 introduces a neat continuity trick: if you were listening to a podcast or playlist on Spotify on your Android phone, a “Resume” alert can surface on your Windows taskbar so you can hand off to Spotify on your PC with a click. If desktop Spotify isn’t installed, one click gets it from the Microsoft Store.
How to set it up
- On your PC
- Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Mobile devices.
- Link your Android phone and allow cross-device experiences.
- Ensure Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi are on and that you’re signed into the same Microsoft account on Windows and the Phone Link experience.
- On your Android phone
- Install and set up the Link to Windows app.
- Make sure background permissions/battery optimizations allow the app to stay active.
- Sign into the same Microsoft account used on your PC.
- Try it
- Open Spotify on your phone and start playback.
- Wake your PC; watch for the taskbar “Resume” toast.
- Click Resume to open the same content in desktop Spotify.
- This continuity is beginning with Spotify; expect the experience to broaden over time.
- Because this is a CFR feature, you may need to toggle Settings > Windows Update > Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available.
Screen recording got more precise. Beyond full-screen area capture, you can now record just one app window—ideal for demos and quick bug repros without showing your entire desktop.
How to use window recording
- Open Snipping Tool.
- Switch from Snip to Record.
- Choose Window.
- Click the window you want to capture and press Start.
- When done, press Stop. Your clip opens for preview and save/share.
- If you can’t see the Record toggle yet, give the Store a minute to update Snipping Tool in the background or check for app updates in the Microsoft Store.
- For clear audio, select your input device from the taskbar sound flyout before recording.
The lock screen’s battery indicator has been redesigned to communicate charging state and remaining capacity more clearly at a glance. This is especially handy for tablet and 2‑in‑1 users who wake their device by lifting the lid and want instant status.
4) Copilot+ PCs: “Click to Do,” now with a two‑finger press
On touch-capable Copilot+ PCs, you can now quickly trigger the Click to Do experience with a two‑finger press. The idea is to make it feel like a natural gesture when you want to take an action on what’s on-screen.
Tips
- On some devices, you may need to enable or verify touch gestures in Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Touch.
- Because Copilot+ features are rolling out in waves, ensure the “latest updates” toggle is on if you don’t see it yet.
Search in the Settings app now returns deep links directly into subpages and specific toggles. Less hunting through nested menus, more landing exactly where you need to be.
Practical examples
- Search “HDR” and jump straight into Display > HDR.
- Search “graphics performance preference” to open per-app GPU selection.
- Search “default apps by file type” to map, say, .pdf to your preferred reader in one shot.
Auto SR—Windows’ on-device upscaling for supported games—gets quality-of-life improvements in this build on Snapdragon systems. It’s designed to deliver better frame rate and image clarity by upscaling from a lower render resolution to your display resolution, with smart heuristics managing the tradeoffs.
How to configure Auto SR
- Settings > System > Display > Graphics.
- Automatic Super Resolution toggle: on/off globally or per-app.
- Add a specific game executable if it doesn’t show automatically; tune per-app as needed.
- Keep graphics drivers current (Windows Update will usually deliver OEM Qualcomm packages).
- Use per‑app overrides for titles where UI upscales poorly; some games look crisper with global on + per‑app off when needed.
This build introduces a new, easier way to insert en/em dashes systemwide. If you’ve been relying on the legacy Alt codes (Alt+0150 / Alt+0151), check your Typing or Keyboard settings after updating to learn the new shortcut. Rollout is gradual; if you don’t see it yet, it should arrive as the CFR completes.
8) Performance and reliability
- Installed apps page in Settings loads faster, especially on systems with lots of apps.
- Windows Hello Face recognition reliability improvements (less “couldn’t recognize you” friction).
- Better stability and frame pacing when using game overlays—handy if you capture, stream, or overlay metrics while gaming.
1) Recall behavior in the EEA
- In the European Economic Area, Recall may be unavailable or behave differently due to regional requirements. If you’re traveling or using a device configured for the EEA, that’s expected for now.
- If you rely on Recall outside the EEA, confirm your region settings, policy settings (enterprise), and ensure device meets Copilot+ prerequisites.
- Some Insiders report items intermittently vanishing from Home. If it happens:
- Restart File Explorer from Task Manager.
- Clear recent files and folders (File Explorer Options > General > Privacy > Clear).
- Turn off and back on: Show recently used files/folders in Quick access to rebuild the cache.
- Symptom: An Xbox controller connects by Bluetooth but doesn’t work reliably or drops inputs.
- Suggested fix via driver management:
- Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Devices: Remove the controller, toggle Bluetooth off/on, then re‑pair.
- Device Manager cleanup:
- Expand Bluetooth and Human Interface Devices; uninstall any grayed “Xbox” or “Bluetooth LE Xinput” entries (right‑click > Uninstall device; check “Delete the driver software for this device” if offered).
- Action > Scan for hardware changes or reboot.
- Re‑pair the controller, let Windows pull the correct runtime drivers, and then test in the Xbox Accessories app or Game Controllers panel.
Prerequisites
- You’re on a PC enrolled in the Windows Insider Program, Beta Channel.
- You’re running Windows 11 version 24H2 (Insider). If you’re on the Dev or Canary Channels, you won’t see this Beta build.
- Sufficient disk space (plan at least several GB free for staging).
1) Join the Beta Channel (if you’re not already)
- Settings > Windows Update > Windows Insider Program.
- Link your Microsoft account.
- Choose Beta Channel.
- Settings > Windows Update.
- Turn on Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available.
This is important for CFR features like the Spotify handoff and typing improvements.
- Settings > Windows Update > Check for updates.
- Look for Windows 11 Insider Preview 24H2 (Build 26120.5761) and the cumulative KB5064093 package.
- Download and install; expect at least one reboot.
- Settings > Windows Update > Update history to confirm KB5064093 is installed.
- Microsoft Store > Library > Get updates to pull the latest Snipping Tool and inbox app updates that add the window recording mode and other improvements.
- Not all features light up immediately. CFR means Microsoft is enabling features server-side in small waves. If you don’t see a feature today, keep the “latest updates” toggle on and check back after a day or two.
- Window recording in Snipping Tool
- Record a single app window and share a clean demo with no desktop clutter.
- Spotify handoff from phone to PC
- Start a podcast on your Android phone; pick it up on your PC via the taskbar “Resume” alert.
- Two-finger press for “Click to Do” (Copilot+ PCs)
- On a touchscreen Copilot+ device, try the gesture to trigger the experience.
- Settings search
- Search “HDR,” “Graphics,” or “Default apps” and jump straight into the right subpage.
Installed apps list still slow?
- Disable third-party update managers that scan app inventories.
- Settings > Privacy & security > Diagnostics & feedback: if you’re aggressively restricting diagnostic data, revert to the default Insider level; Settings pages that summarize lots of app metadata load faster with normal telemetry paths.
- Make sure the IR camera has a clear view; bright backlighting reduces accuracy.
- Re-enroll your face: Settings > Accounts > Sign‑in options > Facial recognition (Windows Hello) > Improve recognition. Add a profile with your glasses/typical lighting.
- Don’t stack too many overlays (capture, FPS, chat) simultaneously; pick one.
- Enable Auto SR per‑title and test. Some overlays hook differently at different resolutions; one app might behave better with Auto SR off for that title.
If you’re on a Copilot+ PC with a Snapdragon X Elite/Plus or another ARM64 machine, this build’s Auto SR improvements and other tweaks are meaningful—but you’ll get the best experience with a few setup steps.
1) Prefer native ARM64 apps
- Many popular browsers, IDEs, and utilities now have ARM64 builds. The quickest way to check: in Task Manager, the Architecture column shows ARM64 vs x64 (emulated).
- Prioritize ARM64 for heavy hitters (browser, IDE, Office, media tools) to reduce emulation overhead and improve battery life.
- Settings > System > Display > Graphics > Automatic Super Resolution.
- Leave global On, then override any title with UI scaling artifacts to Off.
- If a game launches in x86 compatibility, consider an ARM64-native port (where available) for best frame pacing with Auto SR.
- Use Windows Update to get OEM firmware (UEFI and device firmware) and Qualcomm device drivers.
- If your OEM ships a support app, check for chipset and graphics updates there as well.
- Settings > System > Power: Set Balanced for longer sessions; switch to Best performance for demanding workloads plugged in.
- Ensure vents aren’t obstructed; ARM systems sustain performance better with clear airflow.
- For x64-only apps, reduce background load while they run (fewer startup apps, close extra tabs).
- If an emulated app stutters with overlays, try disabling overlays or moving to a native overlay tool.
- On Copilot+ PCs, leverage built‑in Studio Effects (auto framing, eye contact) during recordings to offload work to the NPU.
- In video apps, ensure hardware acceleration is enabled.
- CFR controls: This build uses server-controlled rollouts. Enterprises testing Beta Channel on pilot rings should be aware that feature availability can vary across identical devices. For consistent lab validation, keep “latest updates” on across all test machines or selectively block flights until a specific feature set is confirmed stable.
- Policy and region: If you manage EEA devices, plan for Recall differences; document workflows accordingly.
Most Insiders won’t need to roll back, but if something critical breaks:
Option A: Settings
- Settings > Windows Update > Update history > Uninstall updates.
- Select the cumulative update (KB5064093) and uninstall, then reboot.
- Open Windows Terminal as Administrator.
- List packages:
- dism /online /get-packages /format:table
- Locate the exact package name for KB5064093 (it will include the KB in the identity).
- Remove it:
- dism /online /remove-package /packagename
ackage_for_KB5064093~31bf3856ad364e35~amd64~~10.0.x.x - Reboot when prompted.
- If the option is available: Settings > System > Recovery > Go back.
- This is time-limited after installing a build.
- Why don’t I see the Spotify “Resume” alert?
- The feature is rolling out gradually.
- Confirm the “latest updates” toggle is on.
- Verify you set up Mobile devices in Settings and the Link to Windows app on Android, and that both devices are on the same Microsoft account with Bluetooth/Wi‑Fi enabled.
- Snipping Tool doesn’t show Record > Window yet—what gives?
- Ensure the Store updated Snipping Tool after the OS update. Open the Microsoft Store > Library > Get updates, or wait for automatic updates.
- Where’s the en/em dash shortcut?
- It’s included in this build’s typing improvements but rolls out via CFR. Check Typing settings after you update; if you don’t see it yet, it should arrive as your device is included in the rollout wave. In the meantime, Alt+0150 (en) and Alt+0151 (em) still work on the numeric keypad.
- Auto SR didn’t improve my game—did I do it wrong?
- Not every game benefits equally; some UIs scale poorly. Try per‑app off for those titles, or experiment with in‑game resolution + Auto SR on. Keep drivers current.
- I’m in the EEA and Recall looks different—why?
- Behavior may differ or be unavailable based on regional requirements. That’s expected on EEA-configured devices in this build.
- Turn on the “latest updates” toggle to catch CFR features.
- Fire up Snipping Tool and test window recording.
- Link your Android phone (Mobile devices) and confirm the Spotify handoff.
- On Copilot+ touchscreen hardware, try the two‑finger press for Click to Do.
- Visit Graphics settings; set up Auto SR per your top three games.
- Open Settings and test searches that used to be a pain—notice the deep links.
Build 26120.5761 (KB5064093) is a quintessential Beta Channel drop: practical polish, a couple of features you’ll actually use this week (window recording and the Spotify handoff), and under-the-hood improvements that remove small sources of friction—faster app lists, steadier overlays, and less finicky Hello Face. If you’re on a Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PC, the Auto SR refinements are especially welcome, and the new two‑finger “Click to Do” gesture points to a broader effort to make Copilot+ feel native to touch, not bolted on.
As always with Beta Channel CFRs, patience pays. If a feature hasn’t landed on your device on day one, leave “Get the latest updates” on, check for Store updates, and give the backend a day or two to include your PC in the flight. And if you hit a snag—File Explorer Home oddities, a temperamental Xbox Bluetooth driver—use the workarounds above and keep the Feedback Hub humming. That’s the point of Insider: you help shape the release the rest of the world will see.
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