Microsoft has released the next version of Windows 11, Windows 11 22H2 or Windows 11 2022 Update , which is available as an optional update for users running at least Windows 10 2004 or an earlier version of Windows 11 .
Windows 11 22H2 is the first feature update for Microsoft 's new operating system and brings many new features and security improvements.
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To install the new update, click Start > Settings > Windows Update, and then click the “Check for updates” button. Windows 11 will perform a quick check and then display the optional Feature update for Windows 11, version 22H2, which you can install by clicking the “Download and install” link.
However, Microsoft warns that if a hardware or application, the device may be placed on safeguard hold and not receive the update.
"If we detect that your device may have an issue, such as an app incompatibility, we may not offer the update until that issue is resolved," the company says.
Windows users can also use the Windows 11 Media Creation to upgrade to the latest version or create an ISO for a clean install of Windows 11 22H2.
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Windows 11 22H2: New features
The new update, Windows 11 22H2, contains, as we said above, many new features and improvements. Below, you can see a quick look at the new features:
File Explorer improvements
The new version brings a completely redesigned File Explorer, with a new home page that provides quick access to your favorite and recent files , and the long-awaited tab support will also be available soon (to be released in October).
Controller Bar
A new Xbox Controller Bar gives users controller-friendly access to recently played games and game launchers.
Windows 11 users can access the Controller Bar by pressing the Xbox button on an Xbox controller connected to the computer.
Smart App Control
Smart App Control is a new feature that aims to enhance security. Its job is to block untrusted applications and applications that are not digitally signed.
Unfortunately, this feature requires a clean install of Windows 11, so those upgrading from Windows 10 or an earlier version of Windows 11 will not be able to use the new feature.
Clipchamp
Clipchamp is another new feature that Windows 11 22H2 brings. It is a new movie editor that allows you to combine different clips or edit existing media.
Clipchamp is considered an inbox app, so you can install or uninstall it whenever you want.
Improved Windows Snapping experience
Microsoft has updated the Windows Snapping experience: “With the new update, we’re making Snap layouts more flexible with better touch navigation and the ability to snap multiple browser tabs to Microsoft Edge,” explains Microsoft’s Panos Panay in a new post.
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Suggested Actions on Copy
Windows 11's new "Suggested Actions on Copy" feature will suggest actions you can take with data you copy from the clipboard. For example, if you copy a phone number to Notepad, Windows 11 will ask you if you want to call it.
Windows 11 Taskbar
Microsoft is bringing back the drag-and-drop feature of taskbar icons, allowing you to drag your files into open apps and launch them within the app.
The company is also adding a new feature when the taskbar becomes cluttered with too many open programs. This feature will display a small menu on the right side of the taskbar that, when clicked, displays the other open items.
Redesigned Task Manager
Windows 11 22H2 includes a completely redesigned Task Manager based on Fluent UI and WinUI. It also now features a hamburger menu.
These were, in summary, the most important new features brought by the new Windows 11 update, 22H2.
Source: www.bleepingcomputer.com
