Windows 11 Insider Build 25201 adds option to expand widgets board and improves Xbox widget

Microsoft is testing out ways to show more widgets on Windows 11.

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What you need to know

Microsoft released Windows 11 Build 25201 to Insiders in the Dev Channel today. The update includes a couple of notable new features, both of which center around widgets. Microsoft is testing out the option to expand the widget board to show more content at once.

The widgets board now shows a button to expand the panel. Windows 11 will remember your preference and default back to it the next time you open the widgets board. Microsoft notes that the experience isn’t available for all Insiders at this time.

Microsoft is shipping an update to the Game Pass widget that adds the ability to sign in to your Xbox profile. Thanks to sign-in support, the widget can now show available Game Pass games, the most recent titles you’ve played on PC Game Pass, and provide a shortcut to return to your recently played games.

Here are the highlights and changes in the build fromMicrosoft:

Windows 11 Preview Build 25201 highlights

Windows 11 Preview Build 25201 File Explorer changes

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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.