Microsoft has rolled out two new builds for Windows Insiders, catering to both the Dev and Beta Channels. For those in the Beta Channel, the latest update, KB5046745, is identified by build number 22635.4445. This update introduces a series of enhancements aimed at refining the user experience within File Explorer and the taskbar.
Key Updates in Build 22635.4445
Among the notable changes included in this update are:
[File Explorer]
- A new “New Folder” option has been added to the context menu, accessible by right-clicking locations in the navigation pane.
[Taskbar]
- Several reliability issues affecting explorer.exe have been addressed, particularly those that caused crashes when right-clicking apps on the taskbar.
- For users with left-aligned taskbars on secondary monitors, a fix has been implemented to prevent widget text from overlapping with the date and time display.
[File Explorer]
- Resolved an issue where the date and time properties of files were incorrectly updated after copying.
- Corrected a problem where the Details Pane icons failed to respond appropriately to theme changes, enhancing visibility when switching between dark and light modes.
- Eliminated a black flash that occurred in File Explorer when duplicating a tab.
- Improvements have been made to enhance the performance of context menu launches and navigation within File Explorer.
- Addressed an issue that caused repeated search triggers unexpectedly during file searches.
[Other]
- A fix has been applied to an underlying issue that could distort Snipping Tool screenshots on certain displays.
For those interested in a comprehensive overview of all changes, the complete changelog can be found on the official Windows Blogs website.
