Windows 11 Preview update adds Task Manager shortcut and includes some hidden features
You can enable the tablet-optimized Taskbar in the latest build of Windows 11, though we don’t recommend doing so.
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What you need to know
Windows 11 Build 22621.755 just rolled out in preview. The update includes a long list of general improvements as well as some notable changes. The Microsoft Account experience in Settings improves with the update, as does the backup experience when using a Microsoft Account. It also includes a new Task Manager shortcut from the Taskbar.
Microsoft lists the new features from the build in acomplete changelog. While not officially listed, it is possible to enable a few hidden features in this build.Neowinhighlighted that you can turn on the tablet-optimized Taskbar in Windows 11 22621.755 if you use the correct tools. Doing so could result in instability, however.
It’s probably best to wait until Microsoft releases a stable version of the tablet-optimized Taskbar in a future update. Until then, you can check the feature out in one of ourInsider build videos.
Windows 11 Build 22621.755: highlights
Windows 11 Build 22621.755: improvements
The build is available in the Release Channel through Windows Update or theMicrosoft Update Catalog. When searching for the update through Settings, make sure to look in the Optional updates available area.
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