- Windows 11 build 22635.3646 (KB5037858) rolls out fixes for File Explorer as well as for printers, networking, drivers, and more. However, this update doesn’t introduce new features or significant changes.
Microsoft has released the preview build 22635.3646 (KB5037858) for Windows 11 in the Beta Channel of the Windows Insider Program. The update is minor but introduces several fixes, improvements, and changes for existing features.
According to the official notes, Windows 11 build 22635.3646 fixes a couple of problems with File Explorer and addresses problems with printers, out-of-the-box experience (OOBE), networking, Share experience, and more.
Furthermore, this update also installs the “PC Manager” app for users in China. PC Manager is an app with different tools to improve your device’s performance, security, and overall health. However, the app doesn’t introduce new features besides the “PC boost” option. Instead, it’s a collection of tools already available on the system.
In addition to build 22635.3646, the company has also made available build 26100.712 in the Release Preview Channel as the first preview for version 24H2, which ships with several new features, such as Sudo for Windows, Energy Saver, archival creation wizard from File Explorer, changes for Quick Settings, a new Copilot app, and more.
Windows 11 build 22635.3646 changes
File Explorer is fixing a delay problem in this release when opening network folders from the Quick Access section. Also, the file manager should no longer become unresponsive when swiping from the edges.
Other fixes and improvements with the update KB5037858 include:
- TWAIN Drivers: Fixes an issue causing drivers to stop responding in a virtual environment.
- Smart Card Icon: Resolves the missing icon issue during sign-in with multiple certificates on the smart card.
- Server Domain: Addresses “Get-LocalGroupMember” cmdlet exceptions when removing a server from a domain.
- AMSI (Antimalware Scan Interface): Enhances detection of AMSI scan bypasses and resolves long-term exposure issues.
- Printers: Fixes functionality issues in AppContainer or restricted environments.
- Out-of-Box Experience (OOBE): Corrects completion failures when the “Prevent the use of security questions for local accounts” policy is enabled.
- Host Networking Service (HNS): Ensures proper restoration of load balancer policies after service restarts.
- Enhanced Fast Reconnect: Fixes failures with third-party remote desktop protocol (RDP) providers.
- Bluetooth LE Audio: Adds the option to connect or disconnect devices.
- IPP-over-USB Printer: Removes the residual after deleting the printers in the Control Panel.
- Unified Write Filter (UWF): Fixes access denied exceptions for shutdown or restart WMI API calls.
- Screen Distortion: Corrects video playback issues in Chromium-based browsers.
- COSA Profiles: Updates profiles for certain mobile operators.
- USB Controllers: Fixes non-functional Share button with Game Bar.
- Hidden Window: Addresses the issue of a hidden window with no content in the title bar during screen sharing.
- Handwriting Panels and Touch Keyboards: Ensures appearance when using a pen.
- Encrypted Email App: Resolves repeated credential prompts after initial PIN entry.
Furthermore, the official notes point out known issues with the Settings app, Widgets, Internet Information Services (IIS), and Windows Communication Foundation (WCF).
Installing this preview build
To download and install the Windows 11 build 22635.3646 (KB5037858), enroll your device in the Beta Channel through the “Windows Insider Program” settings from the “Update & Security” section. Once you enroll the computer in the program, you can download the build from the “Windows Update” settings by turning on the “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” option and clicking the “Check for Updates” button.
It’s important to note that new features and changes usually first appear in the Dev Channel, but since the Beta Channel is currently on a different development path, some features may first appear in the Beta Channel.
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