Winsage
April 4, 2026
Microsoft will begin rolling out the April 2026 Security Update for Windows 11 on April 14, 2026. This update includes significant changes such as:
1. Smart App Control (SAC) can now be managed without reinstalling the operating system, allowing users to toggle it on or off via Windows Security.
2. Windows Narrator has been enhanced to generate AI-based image descriptions, available to users on a Microsoft 365 Family plan.
3. The pen settings page will include an option to configure the "Same as Copilot key" feature.
4. File Explorer will receive updates including the ability to use Voice Typing for renaming files and fixes for various bugs.
5. The update supports display refresh rates of 1000Hz or higher, improves auto-rotation functionality, and enhances HDR performance for certain displays.