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New archive tools and taskbar changes; startup issues reported

Adds archive tools to File Explorer and several taskbar and Settings changes. Some devices might fail to start, and taskbar issues are likely on Windows N or devices without Media Features.

Copilot becomes a movable app; taskbar and input issues addressed

This optional preview pins Copilot as a resizable, movable app on eligible PCs and addresses several Windows 10 issues, including taskbar jump-list actions and Japanese text input.

WinForms memory leaks and Azure AD certificate use addressed

Addresses memory leaks involving Windows Forms accessibility objects and an issue using x509 certificates under PPL in Azure AD. It contains no new security improvements.

Windows Forms memory-leak issue addressed

Addresses a Windows Forms memory-leak issue involving accessibility objects held in memory.

Quality and reliability updates for .NET

Includes cumulative .NET Framework updates for Windows 10 version 22H2. The page points to separate articles for the quality and reliability details.

File sharing gains QR codes; Explorer gets breadcrumb dragging

Adds QR-code sharing and new File Explorer controls, and addresses problems including slow startup from network folders and unavailable Bluetooth headset controls.

Android photos can open in Snipping Tool; Copilot issues remain

Adds a way to open Android photos and screenshots in Snipping Tool. It also addresses several Windows issues, while Copilot problems on multi-monitor setups and vertical taskbars remain open.

WPF crashes and CLR query errors addressed

Addresses reliability issues in .NET Framework, including app crashes in WPF and the CLR. It adds no new security improvements.

WPF app crashes and 32-bit response delays addressed

Addresses several .NET reliability problems, including some app crashes and slow responses on 32-bit platforms. A restart might be needed if affected files are in use.

Start menu recommendations expand; Widgets get clearer icons

The preview adds Microsoft Store app suggestions and, over the coming weeks, recommendations for frequently used apps. It also improves Widgets and includes fixes for Settings, networking, printing, and other areas.

Account alerts arrive; Bluetooth earbuds and startup issues get fixes

Adds Microsoft account notifications and improves lock-screen Widgets and Search. It also addresses unstable Bluetooth earbud connections and several crashes, memory leaks, and system issues.

Earlier security protections remain included

This .NET Framework preview keeps earlier security protections and includes quality and reliability improvements. Windows Update installs it automatically on Windows 10 version 22H2.

Voice shortcuts, multi-screen controls and Cloud PC sign-in added

Adds voice-access tools, lock-screen content and Windows 365 features, and addresses issues with Bluetooth removal, USB audio and taskbar labels. It also includes many fixes and quality changes for version 22H2.

Desktop Spotlight and lock-screen content arrive; keyboard issue fixed

Adds Windows Spotlight backgrounds and more lock-screen content, and addresses an issue that sometimes kept the touch keyboard from opening.

ASP.NET performance and .NET runtime issues addressed

Addresses a performance issue in ASP.NET and several .NET runtime and compiler issues. A restart is required if affected files are in use.

ASP.NET performance and thread-pool stalls addressed

Addresses an ASP.NET performance issue after the January 2024 .NET Framework update and an issue that could make thread-pool lists unresponsive on computers with multiple CPU groups.

.NET 3.5, 4.8 and 4.8.1 get quality changes

Includes cumulative quality and reliability improvements for .NET Framework 3.5, 4.8 and 4.8.1 on Windows 10, version 22H2. Windows Update downloads and installs it automatically.

Edit Android photos from your PC; adds 80Gbps USB support

Adds Android photo editing through Snipping Tool and support for USB 80Gbps. It also addresses several Windows and app problems; a later update resolves the reported installation failure.

Share links to apps and keep games installed on other drives

Adds direct sharing of URLs to apps and keeps games installed on secondary drives. It also fixes several sign-in, input, and Remote Desktop problems.

ASP.NET path errors and an outdated zlib version addressed

The update addresses an illegal-path error in some ASP.NET MVC requests and an outdated OSS zlib library version in .NET.

ASP.NET MVC path errors and outdated zlib version addressed

The update addresses an error in some ASP.NET MVC requests and an issue with an outdated zlib library. If you already installed it in the January 23 rollup, no action is needed.

Start menu search, Bluetooth audio and print-related freezes fixed

Fixes Start menu search and several audio and stability problems, including freezes after installing a print support app. It also includes fixes and changes for Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2.

Printer setup issue addressed; richer weather comes to the lock screen

Addresses an issue that could make some single-function printers install as scanners and begins rolling out interactive weather on the lock screen.

Includes 1 improvement

Includes quality and reliability improvements for .NET Framework 3.5, 4.8, and 4.8.1 on Windows 10, version 22H2. Microsoft reports no known issues.