Builds 29565 and 28020.1812 for Windows 11 arrive in the Canary Channel

Windows 11 builds 29565 and 28020.1812 (KB5083824) roll out in the Canary Channel for versions 27H2 and 26H1.
This update introduces platform changes and improvements to screensavers, Drag Tray, and the Feedback Hub app.
In addition, the Windows Security app will now show you if the device has the correct Secure Boot certificates.

Microsoft is releasing Windows 11 build 29565 for version 27H2 and Windows 11 build 28020.1812 (KB5083824) for version 26H1 in the Canary channel, delivering another incremental update with new features and fixes.

According to the official changelog, “Windows 11 Insider Preview Quality Update (29565)” rolls out platform changes to move to a new active development. Also, it improves velocity when using the Bubbles screensaver on high-refresh-rate monitors.

Also, there’s an updated version of the Drag Tray that uses a smaller peek view to reduce accidental activation, and it’s now easier to dismiss.

Starting with build 29565, the company began rolling out the green, yellow, and red badge alerts about the current state of the Secure Boot certificates in the Windows Security app > Device security > Secure Boot.

Microsoft is rolling out Feedback Hub version 2.2604.101.0 to the Dev and Canary channels, featuring usability improvements and experience refinements.

The update improves window behavior by setting a more consistent default size and adds persistence so it remembers your preferred size across sessions. Navigation is also enhanced with support for the mouse back button, making page switching faster and easier.

The company fixed an issue in which community feedback appeared less frequently than expected, restoring the normal visibility of submissions and discussions. It also resolves a bug affecting upvote buttons for users with Chinese display language, improving consistency and accessibility.

Windows 11 build 28020.1812 (KB5083824)

As part of the Windows 11 build 28020.1812, the company rolls out general improvements and fixes to improve the overall experience.

In this release, the company is also adding a new setting in the “Touchpad” page under Settings > Bluetooth & devices, which lets you choose the size of the right-click zone, the portion at the bottom-right of the touchpad.

The new setting lets you choose between default, small, medium, and large.

Microsoft says that this setting only appears for touchpads with a pressable surface. Also, some manufacturers may provide customization for this in their own apps.

If your device is configured with a custom setting through an app, the “Custom” option will appear in the “Touchpad” settings.

Also, similar to build 29565, preview build 28020.1812 includes the same Drag Tray, Secure Boot, and Feedback Hub improvements.

Other details

It’s important to clarify that Windows 11 26H1 is not a feature update for existing devices. The software giant has explicitly confirmed that version 26H1 is not an upgrade path for computers running Windows 11 25H2 or any earlier release.

This release is designed exclusively for new ARM64 hardware and will ship only on next-generation computers, starting with devices powered by Snapdragon X2 Plus, Elite, and Extreme processors. Systems based on Intel or AMD platforms will never receive Windows 11 26H1 through Windows Update or any other supported upgrade channel.

Preview build download

To download and install this Windows 11 build, enroll your devices in the Canary 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.