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MC521666 | New experiences and apps available for Windows 11, version 22H2



MC521666 | New experiences and apps available for Windows 11, version 22H2

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Last Updated 02/28/2023 14:02:05
Start Time 02/28/2023 14:02:04
End Time 02/28/2024 14:02:04
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Beginning with Windows 11, version 22H2, new features and enhancements are delivered more frequently using servicing technology. Today, Panos Panay announced what will be offered in the March 2023 monthly quality update so you can better support these experiences in your organization.
The March 2023 update will bring experiences such as enhanced accessibility features for braille and voice commands, improvements to the search experience on the taskbar, and energy use recommendations.
When will this happen: 
These new features are included in the February 2023 optional non-security update released today for Windows 11, version 22H2 (KB5022913). The new experiences will also be included in the March 2023 security update.
How this will affect your organization:
Here are some of the new features available for Windows 11, version 22H2 that your organization can benefit from:
  • Search on the taskbar: Faster, more relevant, and consistent results across the web, apps, and files. To configure, please refer to CSP documentation for ConfigureSearchOnTaskbarMode.
  • Hover over and easily rearrange all icons in the notification area (formerly known as the system tray), including the “Show hidden icons” flyout menu.
  • Touch-optimized taskbar for 2-in-1 devices: Easily switch between an expanded or a collapsed taskbar to gain more screen space when needed.
  • Faster search and recommended local and cloud files in File Explorer
  • Support for multiple tabs in Notepad
Some new experiences will also be available on the Microsoft Store, and you can learn more in Panos Panay’s post on the Windows Experience Blog.
What you need to do to prepare: 
Windows 11, version 22H2 is available through familiar channels for phased deployment using Microsoft Intune, or by employing the same processes, policies, and management solutions you use for the original release of Windows 11 (version 21H2) or Windows 10. To make your deployment easier, we encourage you to leverage the Windows feature update device readiness report in Microsoft Intune to help identify eligible devices.
For instructions on how to install the February 2023 non-security optional update on devices already running Windows 11, version 22H2, see KB5022913.
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