Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 23531 has been released to the Dev Channel, introducing several changes, improvements and fixes. The build features an updated search experience on the taskbar, fixes for File Explorer and Task Manager, and changes to system components in the European Economic Area.
Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 23531: What’s New?
Windows Insiders, gear up for the latest release – Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 23531. This update, launched on August 25, 2023, brings a host of changes, improvements, and fixes for a better user experience.
Major Updates
One of the significant updates is the extension of the Insider Preview Build expiration date to September 15, 2024, starting with Build 23526. This ensures that users stay updated with the latest build in the Dev Channel.
Another noteworthy change is the reintroduction of the search experience for invoking the search flyout. Users can adjust this feature by right-clicking on the taskbar and adjusting their preferred search box experience.
Important Fixes
Several fixes have been implemented in this build, including resolving issues causing explorer.exe to not work in safe mode and crashes when closing File Explorer or navigating to Gallery with a large number of images.
“Fixed an issue which was causing explorer.exe to not work in safe mode.”
“Fixed an issue which could cause explorer.exe to crash when closing File Explorer.”
Additionally, issues with Task Manager, such as the inability to move the window with touch or pen and sporadic crashes, have been addressed. Performance improvements have also been made when switching between different pages in Task Manager.
Known Issues
Despite the improvements, some known issues persist. For instance, some apps on the Start menu, such as PWA apps installed via Microsoft Edge, may be incorrectly labeled as a system component. Also, the tooltip when mousing over the search box sometimes does not match the current search highlight.
Note that some fixes in Insider Preview builds from the Dev Channel may make their way into the servicing updates for the released version of Windows 11.
To sum up, Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 23531 brings a slew of changes and improvements, enhancing the overall user experience while addressing several known issues.
From the Windows Blog