There's Already a NEW Windows 11

The video provides a concise overview of Windows 11 version 22H2, released in the latter half of 2022, highlighting the most significant new features and user-facing changes. It explains how the Start menu gains folder support, allowing users to group pinned apps and name the folders, with the option to increase the number of pins or rely on recommended files and apps if space is tight. The presenter notes that File Explorer may finally adopt browser-like tabs, a feature previously unavailable and currently in release preview, detailing how this will streamline navigation across multiple folders. Drag and drop to the taskbar to open files with the associated application has been restored, addressing a long-standing friction point from Windows 10 to Windows 11’s initial release, and the video clarifies this change is part of a broader trend of reversing some initial design choices. In addition, the video discusses a trimmed down context menu, which can still access the classic options by holding Shift during right-click, and introduces a new window snapping system accessed by dragging a window to a drop-down area for preset layouts. Beyond UI tweaks, the 22H2 update brings under-the-hood improvements like suggested actions that automatically prompt actions such as creating calendar events or sending invites when copying dates or numbers, and a streamlined volume slider that appears and disappears for a more modern desktop feel. The host emphasizes that not all features are covered in a single segment and invites viewer input for future episodes, signaling an ongoing dialogue about Windows 11 improvements and user needs.

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