If you are a WindowsInsider then the latest update to Windows 11 (which will soon become mainstream) brings a mixture of new features and subtle, but important redesign. Let’s taken a look.
New File Sharing Tools
One of the standout features in the new update is an enhanced file-sharing menu. This new tool appears at the top of the screen whenever you drag a file out of a folder.
It presents an array of icons for apps like WhatsApp, My Phone, and Microsoft Teams, allowing for seamless sharing directly through these platforms. Additionally, you can now share files from jump lists on the taskbar, making it even easier to send documents, images, and PDFs.
Redesigned Start Menu
The Start Menu, which was relocated to the center of the taskbar with Windows 11, has received several layout options in this update. Users can now choose between grid or category views for the All Apps page.
As you can see if the image above, the new grid view maintains alphabetical ordering, but extends the layout sideways to fit more apps on screen, reducing the need for scrolling. The category view groups applications under headings like social, productivity, and entertainment, with the most-used apps highlighted for quick access.
This is much easier to use and more pleasing on the eye in my option. What do you think?
Multiple App Access to Webcam
In response to feedback from users, Microsoft will now allow multiple apps to access a webcam simultaneously (though there are some hardware limitations).
One of the primary benefits of this new feature is that, for the first time you can leverage video streaming for both a sign language interpreter and the end audience at the same time, enhancing accessibility.
It can also of course be used for multiple apps using the same camera without having to close the other app or turn the camera off.
Summary
The changes to the Windows 11 desktop in my opinion provide some really useful features and redesigns.
To test these now you need to be a WindowsInsider and being pre release their may be bugs and refinements before the updates hit mainstream users.