Recycle Bin Archives

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July 1, 2026

Microsoft fixes GIF functionality in the Windows Emoji Panel

Microsoft has restored GIF functionality in the Emoji Panel for Windows 11 users after the retirement of the Tenor GIF search engine's API, which caused disruptions starting June 30. The company has transitioned to GIPHY as the new GIF provider, implemented in the preview cumulative update KB5095093 released on June 23 for Windows 11 versions 24H2, 25H2, and 26H1. Users are advised to install the latest updates to restore GIF functionality. Microsoft is also working on a solution for users on Windows 11 23H2 and Windows Server 2025. The KB5095093 update includes the Point-in-Time Restore feature and addresses various bugs and known issues.

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June 30, 2026

Microsoft is finally fixing the Windows 11 taskbar

Windows 11 is introducing a feature that allows users to resize the taskbar, available in the latest builds for Windows Insiders. The new Taskbar Size setting enables customization, allowing toggling between a standard and smaller taskbar, which can also utilize smaller icons. Enhancements have been made to thumbnail previews for cloud files in File Explorer, a OneDrive shortcut issue has been resolved, and system sounds have been improved for dark mode users. Additionally, the Xbox mode has been rebranded to XBOX mode as part of the Windows K2 initiative, which aims to improve performance, design, and reliability in Windows 11.

Winsage

June 30, 2026

Microsoft is finally fixing the Windows 11 taskbar

The latest updates for Windows 11, particularly for Windows Insiders, include a new option to resize the taskbar, allowing users to adjust its height and icon size. The "show smaller taskbar buttons" feature has been enhanced to include a "small" setting for the taskbar. Additionally, improvements have been made to File Explorer, including better reliability of thumbnail previews for cloud files, a fix for the OneDrive shortcut, and a correction for the confirmation dialog when deleting files. System sounds have also been improved for dark mode users. The Xbox mode has been rebranded to XBOX mode, and the Windows K2 initiative is focused on addressing various issues within Windows 11.

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June 24, 2026

Windows 11 Bug Displays Internal Filenames in Recycle Bin

Microsoft is addressing a bug in Windows that affects the Recycle Bin functionality, where the confirmation prompt for permanently deleting files shows internal system filenames instead of the actual file names. This issue impacts all supported versions of Windows 11 and occurs when users attempt to delete files from the Recycle Bin. The Recycle Bin itself displays the correct file names, and file restoration works properly. The bug emerged after the June 9 Patch Tuesday updates and affects Windows 11 versions 23H2 through 26H1 and Windows Server versions from 2012 to 2025. Microsoft is working on a fix for this issue, which will be included in an upcoming update. Additionally, other issues have been reported following the updates, including problems with launching Office applications and stability issues like system crashes and BitLocker recovery prompts.

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June 22, 2026

Windows 11’s June patch added a strange Recycle Bin bug, but there’s no need to worry

In the June 9, 2026 Patch Tuesday update for Windows 11, users experienced a bug where the Recycle Bin's confirmation dialog for permanent deletions displayed internal file names (e.g., $Rxxxxx.ext) instead of original filenames. Microsoft acknowledged this issue in its documentation for Windows 11 version 26H1. The Recycle Bin still correctly shows original filenames, and restoring items also uses the original names. This bug arose after installing the June security update (KB5095051), but file management remains functional. Microsoft plans to address this issue in a future update.

Winsage

June 19, 2026

Microsoft finally admits its default Windows 11 25H2, 24H2 action broke key legacy component

Microsoft released Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11, specifically KB5094126 and KB5093998, along with dynamic updates KB5094149, KB5095971, and KB5094156. Two issues have been acknowledged: malfunctioning Office applications and complications with the Recycle Bin. In July 2025, Microsoft changed the default settings of Windows 11 to JScript9Legacy in versions 24H2 and later, continuing with version 25H2 in October 2025. This change aimed to enhance security by addressing vulnerabilities related to legacy scripting, particularly cross-site scripting (XSS). A support article details a compatibility issue arising from the transition from jscript9.dll to jscript9legacy.dll, which affects how JScript manages execution context. Functions and definitions established by one script are no longer accessible to subsequent scripts, leading to failures in legacy applications. To address this, Microsoft released the KB5077241 update, which requires manual activation of persistent JScript execution context through a Registry setting. The steps to implement this solution involve creating a feature control registry key and configuring a DWORD value for specific processes or all processes.

Winsage

June 19, 2026

Microsoft’s Patch Tuesday update strikes again

Microsoft has confirmed a bug affecting the Recycle Bin across all supported versions of Windows following its June 2026 Patch Tuesday update. The glitch causes the confirmation dialog to display an "internal" filename instead of the user-friendly filename when deleting files, although the actual file and its deletion process remain unaffected. The issue affects various Windows client and server versions, including Windows 11 (versions 26H1, 25H2, 24H2, 23H2), Windows 10 (versions 22H2, Enterprise LTSC 2021, Enterprise LTSC 2019, Enterprise LTSB 2016), and Windows Server (2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012 R2, 2012). Microsoft is developing a permanent solution, but it is unclear when it will be released. Commercial customers can contact Microsoft Support for Business for a workaround.

Winsage

June 19, 2026

Microsoft’s latest Windows bug belongs in the Recycle Bin

Microsoft's recent Windows update has introduced a cosmetic glitch where the confirmation dialog for permanently deleting a file from the Recycle Bin displays the internal naming convention (e.g., $Rxxxxx.ext) instead of the original file name. This issue is limited to the deletion confirmation dialog; the original file name is preserved in the Recycle Bin and displayed correctly upon restoration. Microsoft has acknowledged the problem but has not provided a public workaround, advising organizations to contact Microsoft Support for assistance. A resolution is in progress and will be included in a future update. The glitch affects desktop versions of Windows from Windows 10 Enterprise LTSB 2016 to Windows 11 26H1, as well as Windows Server editions from 2012 to 2025.

Winsage

June 19, 2026

Microsoft confirms Recycle Bin glitch affecting all supported Windows versions — yes, even the trash needs debugging

Microsoft is addressing issues from its June 2026 Patch Tuesday update, which has caused critical flaws for Windows 11 users, including BitLocker lockout problems. Additionally, a new complication linked to Update KB5094126 affects all supported versions of Windows, where users may see the "internal" filename in the Recycle Bin confirmation dialog instead of the user-friendly filename. This glitch is limited to the dialog box and does not affect the actual file or deletion process.

Winsage

June 19, 2026

Microsoft confirms Recycle Bin bug across all versions of Windows

Reports have emerged about complications from the latest Patch Tuesday update, affecting users with issues such as access problems with OneDrive and Dropbox, BitLocker recovery lockouts, and Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors. Microsoft has acknowledged a glitch related to the Recycle Bin after the installation of June's Patch Tuesday update (KB5094126), where the confirmation dialog displays the internal file name instead of the actual name when deleting an item. This issue affects various supported Windows client and server versions, including Windows 11 (versions 26H1, 25H2, 24H2, 23H2), Windows 10 (versions 22H2, Enterprise LTSC 2021, Enterprise LTSC 2019, Enterprise LTSB 2016), and Windows Server (2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012 R2, 2012). Microsoft is working on a solution expected in a future update, but it is unclear if it will be part of the next Patch Tuesday or an out-of-band update. Commercial customers can implement a workaround by contacting Microsoft Support for Business.