Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 22631.5409 to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel for Windows 11 23H2. The update introduces various features and enhancements, such as the capability to launch Copilot on Windows using Win + C and the option to tailor the experience through the "Customize Copilot key on keyboard" setting. Users have the option to utilize Alt + Spacebar to engage with Copilot, enhance support for web search providers in Windows Search for the EEA, discover solutions to common PC and Windows 11 inquiries in the newly added FAQs section, set up taskbar policies, and resolve voice access challenges.

The updated Widgets on Lock experience for devices within the European Economic Area (EEA) now offers customization options, and Windows Share has been enhanced to open a tray when dragging a local file from File Explorer or the desktop. The update additionally resolves concerns related to voice typing and symbols within the touch keyboard. The standard rollout encompasses resolutions for blue screen errors, HoloLens, memory leaks, Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA), Windows Shell, and Windows Update & Servicing.

Releasing Windows 11 Build 22631.5409 to the Release Preview Channel

Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22631.5409 (KB5058502) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631). 

Gradual rollout

The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.

• [Copilot]
  • New! You can open Copilot on Windows with Win + C. You can personalize your Copilot key and Win + C experience at any time with the existing “Customize Copilot key on keyboard” under Settings > Personalization > Text input. For Enterprise users, see  Updated Windows and Microsoft 365 Coplot Chat experience.
  • New! To press to talk with Copilot on Windows, hold the Copilot key or Win + C for two seconds if you don’t have a Copilot key. Press Esc or stay silent for a few seconds to end the call. You can also use Alt + Spacebar to talk with Copilot on Windows. This feature enables you to interact with Copilot using your voice, providing instant responses while you continue your tasks

• [Search on Taskbar] Improved support for web search providers in Windows Search for the EEA, including with increased discoverability.
• [Settings] New! Find answers to commonly asked questions about your PC and Windows 11 in the new FAQs section on the Settings > System > About. It covers topics like system setup, performance, and compatibility – all in one place.
• Taskbar] New! Admins can configure taskbar policies so users can unpin specific apps, ensuring they are not repinned during the next policy refresh. To turn on this feature, use the new  PinGeneration option.
• [Voice access] Fixed: Voice access may freeze with error “working on it” when dictating.
• [Widgets] New! There are some new updates to the new Widgets on Lock experience for devices in the European Economic Area (EEA). In addition to accessibility and craftsmanship improvements, the Lock screen weather widget now supports customization. To configure your weather widget, go to Settings > Personalization> Lock screen and select the “Customize widget” option from the weather widget more options menu. More widgets will be customizable in the future.

• [Windows Share]
  • New! When you drag a local file from File Explorer or your desktop, a tray appears at the top of your screen. Drop the file into a suggested app or select More… to open the Windows share window.

• [Input]
  • Fixed: Voice typing won’t start from the touch keyboard when using the Chinese (Simplified) narrow layout.
  • Fixed: When using the Symbols section of the touch keyboard, pressing the key to change pages may unexpectedly insert a character into password fields.

Normal rollout

This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.

• [Blue screen error] Fixed: This update addresses an issue where devices encounter a blue screen exception with error code SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION (win32kfull.sys).
• [HoloLens] Fixed: An issue that stopped the HoloCamera app from saving pictures on HoloLens due to incorrect folder access and a related problem with Mixed Reality Capture.
• [Memory leak] Fixed: This update addresses an issue in the Input Service that causes increased memory usage, potentially impacting performance in multi-user, multi-lingual, and remote desktop usage.
• [Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA)] Fixed: This update brings profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
• [Windows Shell] Fixed: This update addresses an issue when Explorer and the Start Menu stop working when a device is connected to an AAD account.
• [Windows Update & Servicing] Fixed: The Windows Update service stopped working when devices running Windows 11 22H2 or 23H2 tried to download the Windows 24H2 feature update through Windows Server Update Services (WSUS).

Releasing Windows 11 Build 22631.5409 to the Release Preview Channel