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December 3, 2025

How to stop internet results in Search for Windows 11 — get rid of Bing suggestions for a clean, simplified experience

On Windows 11, users can disable web search results on the home page of the Windows Search experience through the Settings app. For Windows 11 Pro users, this can be done via Group Policy by navigating to User Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > File Explorer, editing the policy "Turn off display of recent search entries in the File Explorer search box," selecting Enabled, and applying the changes. A reboot may be required to take effect. For both Windows 11 Pro and Home users, web results can also be disabled through the Registry by navigating to HKEYCURRENTUSERSOFTWAREPoliciesMicrosoftWindows, creating a new key named Explorer, adding a DWORD (32-bit) Value named DisableSearchBoxSuggestions, and setting its value to 1. Restarting the computer will limit search results to system and file-related queries. To revert these changes, the DWORD can be deleted. Web search results in Windows Search refer to online suggestions that appear alongside local files and applications when users input queries.

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November 27, 2025

See all the Windows 11 features that Microsoft has been testing so far in November — before the next big update

Microsoft has begun rolling out new features for Windows 11, including previews for versions 25H2 and 26H1, specifically build 28000.1199. Key updates include: 1. Xbox Full Screen Experience (FSE): This feature is being tested for all PCs with build 26220.7271, transforming the desktop into a console-like interface and reducing memory consumption by approximately 2GB. Users can activate it via Settings > Gaming > Full screen experience, and it requires enrollment in the Xbox Insider program. 2. Point-in-time Restore: This feature allows users to revert their computer to a previous state, recovering from issues like buggy updates or malware. It uses the Volume Shadow Copy Service to create restore points and is enabled by default on devices with a minimum of 200GB storage running Home and Pro editions. Users can manage it via Settings > Recovery > Point-in-time. 3. Voice Typing with Fluid Dictation: The Fluid Dictation feature is now integrated into Voice Typing, automatically correcting grammar and punctuation. It is enabled by default on Copilot+ PCs. 4. Microsoft Store App Uninstall Option: An "Uninstall" option for apps is now available in the Microsoft Store through the app's context menu on the "Library" page.

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November 26, 2025

Windows: Notepad gets tables and streaming AI

Microsoft is updating its Notepad editor to version 11.2510.6.0, introducing native support for Markdown tables and enhanced AI functions through streaming technology. The new features include the ability to insert tables via a toolbar button or Markdown syntax, and AI functions such as Write, Rewrite, and Summarize that generate results word by word. The Rewrite function currently supports streaming only on Copilot+ PCs, and a Microsoft account is required to access the AI functions. The update is available to Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev channels, with no timeline for broader release. Users can disable the new features in settings or revert to older versions of Notepad if desired.

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November 23, 2025

Microsoft is now testing the Xbox Full Screen Experience across Windows 11 PCs

Microsoft has introduced the Xbox Full Screen Experience (FSE) in its latest Insider Preview Build for Windows 11, aimed at enhancing gaming across devices such as laptops, desktops, and tablets. The FSE allows users to pair an Xbox gaming controller with their Windows 11 device for easier task switching, enabling quick navigation between apps and games. The feature is currently available for testing by Windows Insiders, with a phased rollout to gather feedback before a wider release. There are indications that a next-generation Xbox PC may be developed around the FSE, potentially transforming it into a Windows 11 PC with an extensive Xbox gaming library.

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November 22, 2025

Full screen experience expands to more Windows 11 PC form factors for Windows Insiders

Windows Insider Preview Build 26220.7271 is now available for the Dev and Beta Channels, expanding the Xbox full screen experience to laptops, desktops, and tablets. This feature provides an immersive gaming environment designed for console-style navigation. Users can access it via the Task View icon or by pressing Win + Tab, and it can be toggled on and off with Win + F11. The Xbox home screen will display a variety of games, and switching between applications is facilitated by a long press on the Xbox button. The rollout of this feature is phased, and it requires the Xbox app from the Microsoft Store. Feedback can be submitted through the Feedback Hub under Gaming and Xbox > Gaming Full Screen Experience.

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November 22, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7271 (Dev & Beta Channels)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7271 (KB5070307) has been released for both the Dev and Beta Channels. Insiders can switch from the Dev Channel to the Beta Channel while both channels have the same updates. The Xbox full screen experience is now available for additional Windows 11 PC form factors, accessible through Task View, Game Bar settings, or the Win + F11 hotkey. Point-in-time restore is introduced for both channels, allowing users to revert their devices to a previous state. Fluid dictation is now available for voice typing users on NPU devices, enhancing the dictation experience. Vivo Android phone users can resume browsing activity from their phone to their PC, and users of Honor, Huawei, Oppo, Samsung, and Vivo can continue working on M365 Copilot app files across devices. The context menu in File Explorer is being refined, and users can now uninstall Store-managed apps directly from the Microsoft Store. Fixes include resolving taskbar issues, internet connectivity problems, and crashes in Settings. Known issues include the virtual keyboard not being visible for controller users and some applications exhibiting unexpected behavior with the Xbox full screen experience.

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November 18, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7262 (Dev & Beta Channels)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7262 (KB5070303) has been released for both the Dev and Beta Channels, unifying the experience as both channels will receive the same builds based on Windows 11, version 25H2. Users in the Dev Channel have the option to switch to the Beta Channel while both channels are receiving the same updates. New features include high-definition voices in Narrator and Magnifier, which enhance audio clarity and reduce listening fatigue. The Narrator now supports reading mathematical equations in a structured manner. Other changes include a streamlined Click to Do context menu, improvements to teaching tips, haptic feedback for pens, and various fixes for issues in Task Manager, Settings, and general functionality. Known issues include problems with the Start menu and system tray, as well as crashes for ARM64 users with Visual Studio or .NET Framework applications. Updates are rolled out gradually, and feedback is encouraged through the Feedback Hub.

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November 12, 2025

This Trick WIll Let ‘Incompatible’ Windows 10 PCs Upgrade to Windows 11

Microsoft officially ceased support for Windows 10 as of October, although users can still receive security updates for an additional year. Many computers do not meet the minimum system requirements for Windows 11, but some may still be compatible with adjustments to settings. Users can check compatibility using Microsoft's PC Health Check app and may need to enable Secure Boot and TPM 2.0 in the BIOS. UEFI should be enabled instead of legacy BIOS mode for compatibility. If compatibility issues persist, adding a TPM module may enhance compatibility for certain motherboards. Upgrading to Windows 11 is advisable for computers six years old or newer due to security vulnerabilities in unsupported systems.

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November 9, 2025

How to let PowerToys handle your theme-switching on Windows 11 — light mode for work, dark mode for vibes

Windows 11 does not have a built-in feature to automatically toggle between light and dark modes, but users can achieve this functionality by installing the PowerToys app. To enable automatic switching, users must install PowerToys, open the app, navigate to System Tools, and activate the Light Switch feature. Users can choose to schedule the switch based on sunset or sunrise times or manually set a schedule. The app can also adjust color modes for the system or apps. A keyboard shortcut ("Windows key + Ctrl + Shift + D") is available for manual switching.

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November 7, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7070 (Dev & Beta Channels)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7070 (KB5070300) has been released to both the Dev and Beta Channels, offering the same builds for Windows 11, version 25H2. Users in the Dev Channel can switch to the Beta Channel while both channels are on the same build. The update includes new features such as customizable default dashboards in Widgets, numbered badges on the Widget Board navigation bar, enhancements to Quick Machine Recovery, updates to Smart App Control allowing toggling without a clean install, reintroduction of people icons in File Explorer, and temporary disabling of certain features in File Explorer. Fixes include addressing issues with desktop interactions, File Explorer functionality, taskbar settings, and Settings navigation. Known issues involve problems with the Start menu and system tray visibility, as well as flickering in the copy progress dialog in dark mode. Updates are based on Windows 11, version 25H2 and may not be released beyond Windows Insiders.