Microsoft released a new KB5041587 update for Windows 11 versions 23H2 and 22H2. This is an optional update, advance build numbers 22621.4112 and 22631.4112, and Bring 24H2 Features to Windows 11 Versions 22H2/23H2. Some of the highlights include the ability to send files to your Android phone via Windows Share, the widgets taskbar position is moved next to the system tray, and some minor improvements to Windows Share, Narrator, Voice Access and more. The latest release also fixes multiple File Explorer issues including improved screen reader focus when using keyboard shortcuts. You can navigate settings -windows update to download this update, Microsoft has also published direct download links for Windows 11 KB5041587 offline installers. Well, You can always skip optional updates and wait until the next Patch Tuesday, i.e. “September 2024 Patch Tuesday”, which will include today’s all changes.
Download Windows 11 KB5041587
As discussed, Windows 11 KB5041587 is an optional update that needs to be downloaded and installed manually.
- Press the Windows key + I to open the settings app
- Go to Windows Update then hit the check for Updates button, If you see the following patch, click on Download and Install.
2024-08 Cumulative Update Preview for Windows 11 Version 23H2 for x64-based Systems (KB5041587)
- Once the download and installation are complete, restart your computer to apply the change.
Windows 11 KB5041587 Direct Download Links: 64-bit.
Note: This link opens the Microsoft update catalogue, this is where you can find all cumulative updates published for offline download.
After installing the update and reboot the device, you can run winver command to check the latest build number its Windows 11 OS build 22631.4112.
Windows 11 KB5041587 what’s new?
Today’s update enables a few 24H2 features to Windows 11 version 23H2/22H2. Some of the highlights include the ability to share content to Android phones right from the Windows Share window. “To do this, you must pair your Android device to your Windows PC. Use the Link to Windows app on your Android device and Phone Link on your PC,” Microsoft says.
This update improves the responsiveness of scan mode, making it especially useful when using Microsoft Edge to read large documents. To activate scan mode, first turn on Narrator (Windows logo key + Ctrl + Enter), then enable scan mode by pressing Caps Lock + Spacebar during the Narrator session.
In addition, You can now dictate the characters that you spell at a faster speed. You also have more editing options for the commands that select, delete, and move within text.
Microsoft also rolling out an update to the Widgets Board to improve security and the APIs for creating widgets and feeds for users in EEA regions.
Today’s update also addresses several File Explorer issues.
- Fixes File Explorer screen reader focus when pressing Windows logo key + E.
- Resolves issue where search doesn’t start with Ctrl + F.
- Corrects keyboard focus loss when using Shift + Tab.
- Improves screen reader announcements for items in breadcrumbs of Open or Save dialogs.
- Enhances screen reader announcements for items in column headers.
In addition, Microsoft also includes quality improvements and several bug fixes. Key fixes include addressing a memory leak in the Input Method Editor (IME) when closing a window with a combo box in focus, updating COSA profiles for certain mobile operators, and resolving Bluetooth connectivity issues caused by specific policies.
Additionally, the update fixes a problem with the Bind Filter Driver that could cause the system to stop responding when accessing symbolic links. It also resolves a deadlock in the Unified Write Filter (UWF) that prevents devices from restarting during SCCM tasks.
Further improvements include fixing a hibernate stop error that caused laptops to become unresponsive after repeatedly closing and opening the lid. File Explorer now properly updates the navigation pane when browsing folders in a shell namespace extension.
The update also addresses excessive SSO prompts related to the European Digital Markets Act (DMA) when using certificates, resolves a PIN reset issue in Windows Hello for Business, and fixes a problem with BitLocker where data drives couldn’t be decrypted after moving them to an older Windows version.
Microsoft also noted one known issue, After installing this security update, you might face issues with booting Linux if you have enabled the dual-boot setup for Windows and Linux in your device.. You can read the complete changelog at Microsoft support site here
If you encounter a problem after installing the Windows update, you can safely uninstall the update to bypass this issue.
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