KB5062660: Cumulative update for Windows 11, version 24H2, July 2025. Recall reaches the EEA; Settings and File Explorer fixes

• Settings no longer might stop responding after you reopen the lid in the described power setting.¹
  The issue occurs if the lid-close action is set to Do nothing and the Settings window is open when the lid closes.
• Settings no longer might stop responding when saving Wi-Fi network details.²

• The full folder list for the current path is no longer cut off in the More options menu.³
• File operation progress windows appear again when shown from apps.⁴
• File Explorer navigation and file opening are no longer slowed by syncing more SharePoint sites.⁵
  The issue could also slow opening the context menu.
• File Explorer Home shows its expected content, including recent files, instead of just one folder.⁹

For: People with apps pinned to the desktop

• An app icon no longer might turn into a white page after the app updates.⁶
  The issue affects apps pinned to the desktop.

• Selecting a Windows notification brings its related app to the foreground as expected.⁷
  The issue could occur with Outlook notifications.

For: Devices with specific audit settings

• The PC no longer might stop responding while changing its machine password in certain setups.⁸
  The issue affects LSASS with specific audit settings.

• External graphics cards connected through Thunderbolt are recognized more reliably.¹⁰
  Addresses cases where external graphics cards connected through Thunderbolt were not always recognized.

• Traditional Chinese Changjie input works again after problems with selecting words, the spacebar, or the candidate window.¹¹
  The problem could occur after installing KB5062553.
• Hindi and Marathi phonetic keyboards work correctly again after problems following the previous update.¹²
  The issue could occur after installing KB5062553.

• Some devices no longer become unresponsive in rare cases after installing the May 2025 security update and later updates.¹³
  The stability issue occurred in specific scenarios.

• Event Viewer no longer reports the Windows Firewall error that says more data is available.¹⁴
  Addresses Event 2042 for Windows Firewall with Advanced Security, shown as Config Read Failed.

• Recall is now available in the European Economic Area. Users there can export snapshots to trusted apps and websites.¹⁵
  Exporting requires a unique code shown once during initial setup. Users can export snapshots from the last 7 days, 30 days, or all snapshots, or start continuous export. Third-party apps need both the export code and folder path.
• Recall users worldwide can reset the feature and delete all its saved data.¹⁶
  The reset button is under Settings > Privacy & Security > Recall & Snapshots > Advanced Settings.

• A new action lets you practice reading text aloud and get feedback on fluency and pronunciation.¹⁷
  Requires the free Microsoft Reading Coach app from the Microsoft Store.
• A new action opens selected text in a focused reading view, with tools for text size, spacing, speech, and word meanings.¹⁸
  The Read with Immersive Reader action requires the free Microsoft Reading Coach application from the Microsoft Store.
• A new action can turn recognized text into a draft in Word.¹⁹
  Use Win + Click on recognized text, then select Draft with Copilot in Word. A Microsoft 365 Copilot subscription is required.
• Click to Do can use recognized email addresses to start a Teams message or schedule a meeting.²⁰

• A Settings agent can suggest ways to change settings and, with permission, complete tasks.²¹
  The agent uses AI on the PC. It is rolling out to Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs; AMD and Intel support is coming later. It currently works only when the primary display language is English.
• On PCs without Copilot+, the Settings search box appears at the top center of the app.²²

For: Home users and IT administrators

• When enabled, Quick machine recovery can find and fix widespread problems that stop devices from starting.²³
  The device enters Windows Recovery Environment, connects to the internet, and can receive a targeted fix through Windows Update. IT admins can enable or customize it through Intune Settings Catalog using RemoteRemediationCSP. It is on by default for home users.

• Admins can apply Start menu pins once, so users can then change their pinned layout.²⁴
  A new Boolean option is added to the Configure Start Pins policy. The change can also be applied through the existing configuration service provider.

• The screen shown during an unexpected restart has a clearer layout that helps you return to work faster.²⁵
  The redesigned screen keeps technical details visible and uses a black background.

• Tips appear when you open Snap by mistake, helping you learn how to arrange app windows.²⁶
  Inline messages appear when dragging an app to the upper center of the desktop or hovering over Minimize or Maximize. They include keyboard shortcuts.

• Windows Search settings are now together on one page in Settings.²⁷
  The Search permissions and Searching Windows pages are combined under Settings > Privacy & security > Search.

For: People using the Windows touch keyboard with a controller

• The touch keyboard's Gamepad layout has better controller navigation and supports PIN sign-in from the lock screen.²⁸
  Controller navigation and focus handling are improved for child keys, menus, word suggestions, language switching, and settings. The new gaming keyboard supports controller shortcuts for PIN entry.

• The update includes improvements to the component that installs Windows updates.²⁹
  Includes servicing stack update KB5064485, build 26100.4765.