Windows 11 Build 26200.5622: Boot Fixes, Widgets Enhancements, and More

Windows 11 Build 26200.5622: Boot Fixes, Widgets Enhancements, and More

Microsoft has released a new preview build of Windows 11 , Build 26200.5622 , to the Dev Channel. This update brings several notable improvements and features aimed at enhancing system stability, user interface experience, and AI-powered productivity tools.

🔧 New Way to Fix Boot Issues

A major highlight is the introduction of Quick Machine Recovery (QMR) as a dedicated section in the Settings app . First announced at Ignite 2024, QMR helps users resolve boot problems quickly by applying fixes directly from the Windows Recovery Environment . Windows Insiders can now test this feature using “test mode.”

📋 Enhanced Click to Do Feature

Copilot+ PC users can now try an improved Click to Do experience:

  • Select any text on screen and click “Draft with Copilot in Word ” to generate documents based on your instructions.
  • Supports French and Spanish for rewriting actions.
  • Text actions are also available in German, Italian, and Portuguese .

📰 Widgets Get Multiple Boards

The Widgets board now supports multiple views , letting you switch between a widget-only layout and a mix of widgets and news — giving users more flexibility in personalizing their dashboard.

📲 Phone Link Gets Smarter

  • Notifications are now better organized in the Start menu.
  • Android users can start screen mirroring with one click.
  • iPhone users will see memories and recent photos synced directly into the Phone Link app.

🖥️ UI and Settings Updates

  • Improved alignment of the search bar on Copilot+ PCs.
  • Redesigned dialogs for product key entry, activation troubleshooting, and demo settings.
  • A new Device Card on the Home page gives a quick overview of your PC specs.

🛠️ Bug Fixes (Rolling Out Gradually)

Microsoft addressed several issues across core components:

  • Fixed crashes in File Explorer , Start menu , and Windows Search .
  • Resolved bugs affecting Task Manager , Narrator , and Voice Access .
  • Fixed compatibility issues with apps like Sticky Notes for Arabic and Hebrew users.
  • Mitigated a problem with virtualization-based security impacting apps like VMware.

⚠️ Known Issues

  • PC reset may show incorrect build version (26100 instead of 26200 ).
  • Taskbar icons might appear smaller than expected.
  • Some Dolby Vision displays may show discoloration — workaround available.
  • Widgets pinning temporarily reverts to the old interface.

You can read the full update notes on the official Windows Blog here .

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