Build 22563 for Windows 11, according to the official details, introduces a new Taskbar optimized for tablets with a new collapsed and expanded state. Microsoft is also testing more dynamic content in the Widgets board, a new group policy to control Windows Update notifications, improvements in File Explorer, windowing experience, input, and more.

Build 22563 for Windows 11 new features and changes

Here are all the new features and improvements for the latest release of Windows 11 in the Dev Channel:

Taskbar design for tablet

Starting on build 22563, Windows 11 is introducing a new Taskbar design for tablets. Microsoft describes it as a new design that “makes you feel more confident and comfortable.” The updated version of the Taskbar will automatically transition to tablet mode when disconnecting or folding back the keyboard on a convertible device. (The feature won’t be available on laptops or desktops.) The Taskbar offers two modes, including “collapsed” and “expanded.” The “collapsed” state hides all the icons except those essential ones from the system tray, giving you more space and preventing you from accidentally invoking the Taskbar when holding your tablet. On the other hand, in the “expanded” state, the Taskbar is optimized for touch with bigger icons. You can easily switch between the two states by swiping up and down on the bottom of your device. You can always control these experiences on Settings > Personalization > Taskbar > Taskbar behaviors with the “Automatically hide the taskbar when using your device as tablet” setting.

Widgets with dynamic content

You will also find a new Widgets dashboard with more dynamic content in this flight by “bringing together the widgets and news feed experiences as a dynamic blended feed containing both widgets and news content. “Also, this new change will allow you to consume content more easily, and you will continue to have the option to pin or unpin your favorite widgets.

Windows Update new group policy

According to the company, notifications for system updates can distract students. As a result, it’s adding a new policy that network administrators can use to disable Windows Update notifications. The new group policy is known as “Display options for update notifications,” and it’s available on the Group Policy Editor > Computer configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Windows Update > Manage end user experience.

File Explorer changes for Quick Access

Windows 11 build 22563 also introduces a few improvements for File Explorer. For example, search from Quick Access has been expanded to include content from your OneDrive, Downloads, and any indexed location. And files in Quick Access without any local presence now show thumbnails and work with OneDrive sharing.

Snap assist refinements

As part of the window experience, build 22563 makes it easier to snap the most relevant windows beside each other side by introducing Microsoft Edge tabs as suggested windows in snap assist. When a window is snapped, you will now see three of the most recent Edge tabs shown (by default) as suggestions. You can always control whether to show Microsoft Edge tabs and the number of tabs that appear when snapping or pressing “ALT + TAB” on Settings > System > Multitasking.

Input changes

Starting with this build, you will see 37 new emoji characters in the emoji picker as part of Emoji 14.0. Some of the new emoji include “melting face”, “troll”, “coral”, “beans”, “playground slide”, and “mirror ball”. And you can now choose the skin tones between the two hands in the hand-shake emoji.

General fixes for build 22563

In addition to the new features and improvements, Windows 11 build 22563 also ships with a bunch of improvements for the Taskbar, Start menu, Settings, File Explorer, and more.

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In addition to these new features and improvements, Microsoft is also detailing many fixes and known issues that Insiders need to know before upgrading their devices.

Install Windows 11 build 22563

If you want to download and install the Windows 11 build 22563, you need to enroll your device in the Dev Channel using the “Windows Insider Program” settings from the “Update & Security” section. Once you enroll the computer in the program, you can download build 22563 from the “Windows Update” settings by clicking the Check for Updates button. However, you will need a device that meets the minimum system requirements to receive the update if you are new to the Windows Insider Program. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.