Microsoft has released the KB5058502 update for Windows 11, introducing builds 22621.5413 and 22631.5413. This preview update brings a host of new features, enhancements, and fixes aimed at improving user experience and system performance.
Source: Microsoft Support https://support.microsoft.com/en-us...-preview-6291789c-1eea-4227-9740-a701af6de688
Taskbar Improvements
The update enhances the taskbar's functionality by allowing users to share files directly from jump lists. Jump lists, which appear when right-clicking an app on the taskbar, now include a sharing option, streamlining the process of sharing files without opening the application.Windows Spotlight Enhancements
Windows Spotlight has been made more accessible and informative. Users can now hover over the Spotlight image or click the "Learn about this picture" icon to gain more information about the displayed image. Additionally, the Spotlight icon has been repositioned to the lower right area of the desktop, making it easier to locate.Lock Screen Widgets
In regions such as the European Economic Area (EEA), users can now customize lock screen widgets. This feature allows the addition, removal, and rearrangement of widgets like Weather, Watchlist, Sports, and Traffic. To customize these widgets, navigate to Settings > Personalization > Lock screen.Narrator Enhancements
The Narrator tool has been updated with new functions in scan mode. Users can now skip past links using the 'n' key, jump to the start of items with the comma (,) key, and jump to the end of items with the period (.) key. These enhancements are particularly useful for navigating long emails, articles, and web pages.File Explorer Updates
File Explorer has received several improvements:- Recommended Section: A new "Recommended" section has been added to the Home page, displaying Microsoft 365 files for quick access.
- Text Scaling Support: Text scaling now applies across File Explorer dialogs, enhancing accessibility for users who adjust text size settings.
- Performance Enhancements: The performance of extracting zipped files has been improved, especially when unzipping a large number of small files.
Windows Share Interface
The Windows Share interface now includes options to edit images before sharing. Users can crop, rotate, and apply filters to images, as well as compress them to reduce file size, all within the sharing window. This feature supports various image formats, including .jpg, .png, and .bmp.Fixes and Improvements
The KB5058502 update addresses several issues:- Task Manager: Resolved an issue where Task Manager might incorrectly identify an HDD as an SSD.
- Start Menu: Fixed color discrepancies in the account manager flyout menu when using mixed dark and light custom modes.
- Audio: Addressed issues where the volume might increase to 100% upon waking the PC from sleep and where USB audio devices might stop working after the PC is idle.
- Remote Desktop: Fixed display rendering issues and instances where Remote Desktop would stop responding.
- OpenSSH: Resolved an issue where the OpenSSH service failed to start, preventing SSH connections.
Known Issues
While the update brings numerous improvements, some known issues persist:- File Explorer: There is an ongoing investigation into an issue causing File Explorer to be slow to close when using the X button.
- Settings: The Home page of Settings may crash for some users. However, specific Settings pages can still be accessed directly via the taskbar search.
Conclusion
The KB5058502 update for Windows 11 introduces a range of new features and enhancements aimed at improving user experience and system performance. While it addresses several existing issues, users should be aware of the known issues that are still under investigation. As always, it's recommended to keep systems updated to benefit from the latest improvements and fixes.Source: Microsoft Support https://support.microsoft.com/en-us...-preview-6291789c-1eea-4227-9740-a701af6de688