Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25231 enables the tablet-optimized taskbar on all supported devices
Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25231 is now available to users in the Dev Channel. This build fixes some bugs and enables the tablet-optimized taskbar on all supported devices
What’s new in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25231
Tablet-optimized taskbar and system tray
The tablet-optimized taskbar that was re-introduced in Build 25197 on a limited basis is now available to all users in the Dev Channel. It’s worth noting that this feature is only available on tablets and 2-in-1s, it doesn’t support laptops or desktops.
Build 25231 adds support for drag and drop in the system tray, so you can rearrange your icons to suit your needs.
Input methods
The spelling dictionary in the operating system uses a language-neutral dictionary, which is synchronized across your devices with the same Windows account (Microsoft accounts). The feature can be toggled from Settings > Accounts > Windows Backup > Remember my preferences > Language preferences. The simplified Chinese IME input now supports the cloud suggestion feature, which debuted in Build 25217.
Access your phone’s hotspot from the Phone Link app
The Phone Link app on the desktop can now be used to access your mobile phone’s hotspot. The feature requires Bluetooth and Wi-Fi and allows users to connect to their phone’s Wi-Fi network with a simple click.
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It can be a useful feature, but unfortunately it’s only available on select Samsung phones. There are some requirements your devices must meet, your phone must be running on One UI 4.1.1 or later and have the Link To Windows phone app version v1.22082.142.0 or later. Your PC must have Windows 11 version 22H2 Build 22621 or higher, with the Phone Link app version v1.22082.111.0 or higher.
Fixes in Windows 11 Build 25231
The sound icon tooltip in the quick settings will tell you when surround sound is in use. Microsoft fixed a bug that prevented network cameras from being added when selected under Bluetooth & Devices > Cameras.
FindWindow and FindWindowEx returned an unexpected window, this problem has been fixed. Windows 11 did not allow laptop users to unlock the computer if the device was connected to a monitor but the lid of the laptop was closed, Microsoft has fixed this issue. A bug that caused some apps to crash when trying to display a tooltip has been fixed, the issue affected apps like Paint and Windows Terminal.
Known issues in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25231
Microsoft has added 5 new bugs to the list of known issues in Build 25231. Some apps may show thick lines on the side of the window, Microsoft Edge is one of the apps affected by this issue.
Users trying to use the latest ISO to update their Dev Channel build may encounter a SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION error check showing an error with win32kfull.sys. Clicking on the hidden icons on the taskbar can display a File Explorer entry on the taskbar. Chat apps don’t show the flashing animation to indicate that new messages have arrived. The apps do not open a preview when you hover over the system tray icon. Microsoft says that folders in the Start menu may not open on the first try.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Builds 22621.875 and 22623.875 to the beta channel, they enable the Task Manager shortcut and the tablet-optimized taskbar for all users.
Although the release notes don’t mention it, the performance of the Widgets tray seems to be better in this build. I was able to access iCloud photos via the Photos app so it can be rolled out to multiple users.
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What’s new in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25231
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Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25231 has been released to the Dev Channel. It enables the tablet-optimized taskbar on all supported devices.
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