Microsoft has introduced Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 23541 in the Dev Channel, unveiling various changes, improvements, and fixes to enhance user experience and performance.
Highlights
Rich Thumbnail Previews: Cloud files under Recommended on the Start menu now offer rich thumbnail previews; the ability to right-click and share these files is temporarily missing for some Insiders in the Dev Channel.
Taskbar Enhancements: Issues related to dragging app icons in the taskbar and tooltip inconsistencies while mousing over the search box have been addressed to improve overall stability and usability.
Windows Copilot: Windows Copilot Preview issues have been identified and are being resolved to enable the smooth functioning of this feature across regions.
Known Issues
Desktop icons may display as generic white pages instead of the proper icons, and progression wheel icons might get stuck in the File Explorer tab.
Changing sort order of folders may not persist, and PWA apps installed via Microsoft Edge might be incorrectly labeled as system components in the Start menu.
A high-hitting tabtip.exe crash impacting typing ability and unresolved language support issues have been acknowledged and are being rectified.
Microsoft Store Update
Windows Insiders running specific versions of the Microsoft Store will witness enhancements like a new Game Pass page, simplifying access to Game Pass benefits and featured games.
Dev Channel Overview
The Dev Channel serves as a platform for testing and refining new Windows features and experiences, allowing for experimentation and feedback collection to optimize upcoming releases.
