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Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25163 is now available on the Dev Channel
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Key notes
Yesterday we mentioned the two new Insider Preview Builds for Windows 11 that Microsoft has released to the Beta Channel, in the form of22621.436 and 22622.436 (KB5015888).
We also told you that the Redmond-based tech company is hosting a newBug Bash event for KB5015888, if you are into that kind of activity.
Now, Microsoft has provided availability for a new Windows 11 Insider build to the Dev Channel.Build 25163is the Sun Valley 3 (Windows 11 23H2) development for Windows Insiders, which will eventually become the version that is released in 2023.
What’s new in Windows 11 Build 25163
The new build brings a new Taskbar feature called Taskbar Overflow, which has a re-designed experience for the operating system.
This latest taskbar experience has been thoughtfully crafted to offer you a more productive switching and launching experience when space is constrained.
After installing this build, your taskbar will automatically transition into this new overflow state when it has hit its maximum capacity.
In this state, the taskbar will offer an entry point to an overflow menu that allows you to view all your overflowed apps in one space.
You should also know that the overflow menu will contain many of the current taskbar behaviors users are familiar with, such as supporting pinned apps, jump list, and extended UI.
Thus, after invoking overflow, the menu will quietly dismiss once you click outside of it or navigate to an application.
Just like withKB5015888, the discovery of devices under nearby share when sharing a local file from the desktop, File Explorer, Photos, Snipping Tool, Xbox, and other apps that use the built-in Windows share window has been enhanced by using UDP (Network needs to be set to private).
Bluetooth has also been added, to discover nearby devices, which means you will now be able to discover and share to more devices including desktop PCs.
Also, when sharing a local file from the above-mentioned sources that use the built-in Windows share window, you can choose OneDrive as a target to directly upload the file to OneDrive and share it further along with access control options.
Know that absolutely all this can be done right from sharing local files in File Explorer without any context switches or opening the OneDrive app.
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Don’t forget that Microsoft published anew video seriesthat will help Windows 11 newcomers to find their way around easier.
How to enable Taskbar overflow
Before we go into this, know that not all insiders from the Beta channel can test the updated taskbar overflow.
Microsoft only made it available on build 22622.436, not 22621.436, because Microsoft has two builds in a single Beta channel.
Even more confusing is the fact that even Insiders with build 22622.436 get randomly selected to test the new overflow feature.
Those that weren’t among the lucky ones selected for testing can try a popular ace up their sleeves called Vivetool.
As reported by tech-savvy users overReddit, we’re about to show you how this can be done even if you don’t officially have the right to test Taskbar overflow.
If, for any reason, you decide that you are done and want to revert these changes, simply type thevivetool /disablecommand with the same IDs.
Remember that the new overflow system is not the only taskbar-related novelty in preview Windows 11 builds.
Have you noticed any other issues after installing Windows 11 Build 25163? Share your experience with us in the comments section below.
More about the topics:Windows 11 Software & Apps
Alexandru Poloboc
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With an overpowering desire to always get to the bottom of things and uncover the truth, Alex spent most of his time working as a news reporter, anchor, as well as TV and radio entertainment show host.
A certified gadget freak, he always feels the need to surround himself with next-generation electronics.
When he is not working, he splits his free time between making music, gaming, playing football, basketball and taking his dogs on adventures.
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With a desire to always get to the bottom of things and uncover the truth, Alex spent most of his time working as a news reporter.
