MC992093 – M365 Change Digest

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January 2025 preview update for Windows 11 23H2/22H2 adds taskbar preview improvements, new system tray icon, File Explorer enhancements, sharing options, and a Magnifier shortcut.

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The January 2025 non-security preview update is now available for Windows 11, versions 23H2 and 22H2. Information about the contents of this update is available from the release notes, which are accessible from the Windows 11 update history page. To learn more about the different types of monthly quality updates, see Windows monthly updates explained.

Highlights for the Windows 11, versions 23H2 and 22H2 update:

This update improves the previews that show when your cursor hovers over apps on the taskbar. The update also improves their animations.
An icon will appear in the system tray when you use an app that supports Windows Studio Effects. This only occurs on a device that has a neural processing unit (NPU).
In File Explorer, when you right-click items in the left pane, the “New Folder” command appears on the context menu.
You can now share directly to apps that support sharing in Windows. Just right-click local files in File Explorer or on the desktop.
This update adds a new keyboard shortcut in the Magnifier app: CTRL+ALT+Minus sign. Use it to quickly switch between the current zoom and 1X zoom.

For instructions on how to install this update, see the KB for your operating system listed below:

Windows 11, versions 23H2 and 22H2: KB5050092

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