Windows 11's upcoming new features QR code generator, Copilot menu, and more

Windows 11’s new features: QR code generator, Copilot menu, and more

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Windows 11 Build 22635.3420 is out and contains several new features including a QR code generator for sharing links, an improved Copilot context menu, a repositioned widgets icon, and more.
Adobe AI features scanning document

Adobe clarifies its Windows apps won’t auto-scan your documents for AI

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Adobe has been testing new AI features in its Windows 11 or 10 app. This includes an AI Assistant capable of generating summaries by scanning PDFs. However, some people are concerned that Adobe's AI could be secretly scanning documents.
You can install an extension of your choice in Edge Canary for Android

You can now install any extension in Microsoft Edge Canary for Android

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Until now, you could only choose from a couple of extensions on the page. But in the Edge Canary version 125.0.2487, you can install any extension from the Microsoft Edge Add-ons.
Windows Copilot in Windows 11

Windows 11 sneaks in a new “Microsoft Copilot” app to enable upcoming AI features

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Microsoft has recently added a new app called "Microsoft Copilot" to Windows 11 and 10. This small app, only 16KB in size, currently doesn't have any functionality, but it is necessary for upcoming AI features to function properly. There is no need to uninstall it at this time.
New Start menu design for Windows 11

Microsoft tests a new grid design for Windows 11 Start menu’s All apps

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Microsoft is currently testing a new design for the Windows 11 Start menu. This design will display apps under "All apps" in a grid layout, as opposed to the current vertical layout organized alphabetically. This new design is similar to the Start menu in Windows 10X.
Windows 11 File Explorer drag and drop

Windows 11 File Explorer address bar is finally getting drag and drop

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In the 23H2 (Moment 4) update of Windows 11, Microsoft removed the drag-and-drop functionality from File Explorer's address bar. However, they have now announced plans to restore this feature in response to user feedback.
Windows 11 widgets board with navigation menu

Windows 11 tests a new widget board layout with a navigation pane

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Microsoft is testing a new widget board layout in the Windows 11 Canary build, adding a navigation pane and some design tweaks. It contains two icons: My Widgets and My Feed.
Windows 11 KB5035942 update

Windows 11 KB5035942 fixes performance (direct download links)

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Windows 11 KB5035942 is now available as an optional cumulative update. It includes much-needed performance fixes, particularly for AMD PCs. As always, you can grab this patch from Windows Update. Microsoft also posted direct...
You Can Uninstall Microsoft Edge in Windows 11 in a Few Weeks

You can soon control and limit Microsoft Edge’s RAM usage on Windows

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Microsoft is testing a RAM usage control feature in the Edge Canary version. You get to choose the maximum limit that Microsoft Edge will consume, thereby leaving adequate memory for running other apps or games.
Windows 11 2024 Update

Windows 11 2024 Update spotted in WSUS ahead of Snapdragon X mid-2024 launch

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A recent post on mydigitallife forum reveals that 24H2 will be released soon. After a Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) query, the code snippet result shows that the 24H2 update rollout will happen soon.

Windows 10 KB5035941 out with features (direct download)

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Windows 10 March optional update comes with several new features, including MSN on the lock screen. This update can be accessed via Windows Update, but Microsoft has also provided direct download links for the Windows 10 version 21H1 offline installer on the Microsoft Update Catalog.
Microsoft confirms Windows 11 24H2 removes WordPad

Microsoft confirms Windows 11 24H2 removes WordPad

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Multiple Windows legacy features were marked for deprecation in 2023, including WordPad. Windows 11 24H2 and Windows Server 2025 will no longer have WordPad.
Windows 11 still comes with the old Task Manager, but it's hidden

Windows 11 still comes with the old Task Manager, but it’s hidden

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The old Task Manager is still a part of Windows 11 but doesn't launch when you press the Ctrl + Shift + Esc key shortcut. Instead, you must access the app from the SysWOW64 folder.
Windows 11 Super Resolution

Microsoft details DirectSR “Super Resolution”, coming to Windows 11

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One of the main features in Windows 11 24H2 is the inclusion of the "Super Resolution" toggle, which is based on DirectSR, directly accessible via Settings. Microsoft shared interesting details about how DirectSR enables game developers to use GPU or NPU to upscale gameplay during the Game Developers Conference event.
Google Chrome font rendering

Microsoft is improving Chrome’s font rendering on Windows 11, Windows 10

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As an open-source champion, Microsoft has been actively contributing to Chromium's development. Microsoft has improved Chrome's experience on touch PCs, made scrolling faster, and is now looking to upgrade Google's browser font rendering on...