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Microsoft is giving Windows 11 File Explorer a speed boost, dark mode fix, and reducing explorer.exe crashes Microsoft now says it's preparing a big update for File Explorer that would allow it to run faster, address 'white flashes,' and more. The post Microsoft is giving Windows 11 File Explorer a speed boost, dark mode fix, and reducing explorer.exe crashes appeared first on Windows Latest

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Windows 11 finally fixes inconsistent folder views in File Explorer Windows 11 is fixing a long-standing File Explorer issue where folder views reset when opened from browsers or apps. With the latest update for Insiders in Release Preview Channel, sorting, grouping, icon size and layout now stay consistent across all entry points, making folders like Downloads behave the same everywhere. The post Windows 11 finally fixes inconsistent folder views in File Explorer appeared first on Windows Latest

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Microsoft confirms AI agents are still coming to the Windows 11 taskbar as it prepares for public rollout Microsoft has clarified that it's not giving up on an agentic Windows 11 experience and is still bringing agents to your taskbar. The post Microsoft confirms AI agents are still coming to the Windows 11 taskbar as it prepares for public rollout appeared first on Windows Latest

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Microsoft retires Clipchamp’s iOS app, says Windows 11’s built-in video editor is here to stay Microsoft has quietly confirmed it's retiring Clipchamp video editor for iOS and wants you to use the desktop app. The post Microsoft retires Clipchamp’s iOS app, says Windows 11’s built-in video editor is here to stay appeared first on Windows Latest

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Windows 11’s mandatory update is pushing users to Microsoft Edge Microsoft is auto-opening Edge on some PCs after the Windows 11 April update to show some of the OS’s latest features. However, the features shown are old, and the promotions seem to be for Microsoft Edge. The post Windows 11’s mandatory update is pushing users to Microsoft Edge appeared first on Windows Latest

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Microsoft Edge is promoting Vertical Tabs again, now that Google Chrome also has the feature Microsoft Edge is once again promoting vertical tabs just days after Google Chrome announced the same feature. Edge has had vertical tabs for years, along with tools like Immersive Reader, but aggressive promotion and perception issues continue to hold it back The post Microsoft Edge is promoting Vertical Tabs again, now that Google Chrome also has the feature appeared first on Windows Latest

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Windows 11 adds haptic feedback for snapping, resizing, and more but most laptops can’t use it yet Windows 11 is adding haptic feedback for window snapping, resizing, and UI interactions in Insider builds. The feature improves everyday usability, but most Windows laptops still lack haptic trackpads, raising questions about hardware support and OEM priorities. The post Windows 11 adds haptic feedback for snapping, resizing, and more but most laptops can’t use it yet appeared first on Windows Latest

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Microsoft’s VP brings macOS-style click to reveal desktop feature to Windows with new tool PeekDesktop is a brilliant tool by Microsoft's Scott Hanselman that brings macOS Sonoma's 'click to reveal desktop' feature to Windows. Operating quietly in the system tray, this lightweight executable lets you instantly minimize all open windows by clicking an empty space on your wallpaper. The post Microsoft’s VP brings macOS-style click to reveal desktop feature to Windows with new tool appeared first on Windows Latest

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Windows 11 April 2026 Update tested: What’s new, improved and fixed Windows 11 April 2026 Patch Tuesday update is rolling out with Narrator Copilot integration, Settings improvements, File Explorer fixes, display reliability updates, and critical Secure Boot warnings. Here’s everything new, improved, and fixed in this release The post Windows 11 April 2026 Update tested: What’s new, improved and fixed appeared first on Windows Latest

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Windows 11 KB5083769 out with improved /scannow, direct download links for offline installers (.msu) Windows 11 KB5083769 is now rolling out, and it’s not a big release, at least not on the scale of the previous updates. It does have some handy features, including the ability to turn off Smart App Control, which is rolling out gradually. In addition to Windows Update, Microsoft has posted the direct download links […] The post Windows 11 KB5083769 out with improved /scannow, direct download links for offline installers (.msu) appeared first on Windows Latest

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Microsoft confirms old Windows 8 UI elements are being replaced in Windows 11, but there is more work to be done Microsoft has acknowledged that Windows 11 still includes legacy UI from Windows 8 and older versions. From login screen elements to Control Panel and system tools, inconsistencies remain. The company is now working to replace outdated components and improve design consistency. The post Microsoft confirms old Windows 8 UI elements are being replaced in Windows 11, but there is more work to be done appeared first on Windows Latest

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Tested: Microsoft may finally end forced Windows 11 updates with a new pause feature that gives you full control Microsoft is testing a new feature that lets you select a specific date and pause updates until then. This replaces the existing dropdown menu on the Windows Update page that allowed you to pause updates for up to five weeks, and it may also mean that Microsoft is finally doing away with forced Windows updates. […] The post Tested: Microsoft may finally end forced Windows 11 updates with a new pause feature that gives you full control appeared first on Windows Latest

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Microsoft Edge’s new design is starting to look more like Copilot, with softer corners and iOS-like toggles Edge is getting another major facelift in 2026, and Microsoft sources have told Windows Latest that it’s moving closer to Copilot’s UI. The post Microsoft Edge’s new design is starting to look more like Copilot, with softer corners and iOS-like toggles appeared first on Windows Latest

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Tested: Windows 11 just fixed slow storage management and removed a 30-year FAT32 limit Windows 11 Insider builds fix slow storage settings and remove the 32GB FAT32 limit. Disk properties now load almost instantly on large drives, and FAT32 can be formatted up to 2TB using command line, removing the need for third-party tools. The post Tested: Windows 11 just fixed slow storage management and removed a 30-year FAT32 limit appeared first on Windows Latest

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Microsoft is overhauling Windows Insider Program as it tries to get Windows 11 back on track The Windows Insider Program is getting its biggest overhaul in years. Microsoft is simplifying the experience into two primary channels, Experimental and Beta, while finally ending the frustration of gradual feature rollouts and introducing manual Feature Flags for direct control. The post Microsoft is overhauling Windows Insider Program as it tries to get Windows 11 back on track appeared first on Windows Latest

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Microsoft tested 5 different Start menus for Windows 11 before choosing the current one Microsoft experimented with a bunch of different Start menu designs for Windows 11 before settling on the current version. From widget-based layouts to smarter app organization, these 5 prototypes reveal what Windows could have been and why the final design feels simpler than expected. The post Microsoft tested 5 different Start menus for Windows 11 before choosing the current one appeared first on Windows Latest

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Microsoft denies Copilot is only for entertainment purpose, after its own document says do not trust AI Microsoft told Windows Latest that Copilot is meant for all use cases, not just “entertainment." The post Microsoft denies Copilot is only for entertainment purpose, after its own document says do not trust AI appeared first on Windows Latest

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Microsoft begins removing Copilot from Windows 11, starting with Notepad, Snipping Tool, but not entirely Microsoft removes Copilot branding from Notepad and Snipping Tool after committing to scale back on AI, back in March. The post Microsoft begins removing Copilot from Windows 11, starting with Notepad, Snipping Tool, but not entirely appeared first on Windows Latest

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Microsoft confirms Windows 11’s Quick Settings and right-click menu will load faster Microsoft told Windows Latest that it's testing a new version of Quick Settings on Windows 11 that will load faster. The post Microsoft confirms Windows 11’s Quick Settings and right-click menu will load faster appeared first on Windows Latest

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18 new features coming to Windows 11 in 2026, confirmed by Microsoft Microsoft is rolling out major Windows 11 upgrades in 2026, focusing on performance, UI consistency, and reliability. Expect a faster File Explorer, improved updates, native apps, and a cleaner overall experience as the OS shifts toward stability and better day-to-day usability. The post 18 new features coming to Windows 11 in 2026, confirmed by Microsoft appeared first on Windows Latest

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Microsoft explains why it still can’t fully kill Control Panel in Windows 11 Microsoft confirms it’s migrating Control Panel features to the Windows 11 Settings app, but legacy drivers and device compatibility are slowing the process. The company is taking a careful approach to avoid breaking hardware while modernizing Windows. The post Microsoft explains why it still can’t fully kill Control Panel in Windows 11 appeared first on Windows Latest

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Microsoft wants Windows 11 Start menu to feel more predictable when you press Win and type Microsoft wants Windows 11 Start menu to better predict what you mean when you press Win and type. It'll rolling out soon. The post Microsoft wants Windows 11 Start menu to feel more predictable when you press Win and type appeared first on Windows Latest

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Developer explains why Windows 11 keeps getting web apps instead of native apps Developers are increasingly choosing web apps over native Windows apps, not for performance, but for predictability. Years of shifting UI frameworks from Microsoft have created uncertainty, pushing even major apps toward Electron and WebView. The post Developer explains why Windows 11 keeps getting web apps instead of native apps appeared first on Windows Latest

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Microsoft says it’s finally focusing on Windows 11’s design, starting with Settings (Control Panel’s replacement) Microsoft is finally focusing on improving Windows 11 design, with updates to Settings pages, account dialogs, and overall UI consistency. While these changes are small, they signal a bigger shift in how Microsoft approaches design, something users have been waiting for years. The post Microsoft says it’s finally focusing on Windows 11’s design, starting with Settings (Control Panel’s replacement) appeared first on Windows Latest

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New Copilot for Windows 11 includes a full Microsoft Edge package, uses more RAM There’s a new version of Copilot rolling out on Windows 11, and it dumps native code (WinUI) in favor of web components. This was expected based on our previous findings, but to our surprise, it actually ships with a full-blown version of Microsoft Edge. I can’t tell if Microsoft is really losing the AI race, […] The post New Copilot for Windows 11 includes a full Microsoft Edge package, uses more RAM appeared first on Windows Latest

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Windows 11 will now tell you if your Secure Boot certificates need attention Microsoft is adding Secure Boot certificate status to the Windows Security app in Windows 11. Users can now see if their device is updated, blocked, or at risk. Here’s what the new indicators mean, when they appear, and what actions you need to take before certificates expire in 2026. The post Windows 11 will now tell you if your Secure Boot certificates need attention appeared first on Windows Latest

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Google Chrome’s new native video and audio lazy loading could make the web faster Google Chrome and other Chromium-based browsers, including Edge and Vivaldi, could soon get native support for video and audio lazy loading. The post Google Chrome’s new native video and audio lazy loading could make the web faster appeared first on Windows Latest

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Don’t blame Windows 11 updates for every problem, Microsoft veteran says A Windows veteran reveals why Patch Tuesday updates get blamed for system failures in enterprises. The real issue lies in untested drivers, policies, and delayed reboots. Here’s what actually breaks PCs and how IT teams can avoid it. The post Don’t blame Windows 11 updates for every problem, Microsoft veteran says appeared first on Windows Latest

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Download Windows 11 25H2 ISO (offline installer), and always save a copy Learn how to download the official Windows 11 25H2 ISO directly from Microsoft and install it using an offline installer. This guide covers step-by-step instructions, clean install methods, and why keeping a backup ISO is essential for upgrades and troubleshooting. The post Download Windows 11 25H2 ISO (offline installer), and always save a copy appeared first on Windows Latest

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Watch: Microsoft shows off Windows 10-like Windows 11’s movable taskbar in action Microsoft has posted a video showing off the movable taskbar in Windows 11, and it's similar to Windows 10. The post Watch: Microsoft shows off Windows 10-like Windows 11’s movable taskbar in action appeared first on Windows Latest

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