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KB5023778: A closer look at this new cumulative update

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Key notes

The time has come for stable Windows 11 users to get new features delivered via cumulative updates, so Insiders need to sit on the sideline for this one.

If you haven’t yet upgraded to the latest Windows 11 version (22H2), we have a guide that will show you where to get it and how to install it.

And, speaking of upgrading, know that theSteam gaming platform will no longer work on older versions of the Windows OS, such as Windows 7, 8, and 8.1.

Also, don’t forget to check out a newsecurity tool that can prevent hacking attempts in Microsoft’s cloud, in case you were on the lookout for something of that nature.

What should I look for in KB5023778?

Now, if you use a stable Windows 11 release and do not mind installing a cumulative update, here is a new release from the Redmond giant for you.

That being said,KB5023778(build 22621.1485), is now available with several notable changes and non-security fixes.

Please note that Microsoft is changing how itdelivers preview versionsof its cumulative updates, so another thing you should definitely check out.

On that note, beginning April 2023, the company will ship optional non-security updates every fourth Tuesday of the month.

In other words, Windows users will now have two Patch Tuesdays rollouts, one mandatory and one that is optional.

This latest update introduces notifications for Microsoft accounts in the Start menu. This is only available to a small audience right now, and it will deploy more broadly in the coming months.

Furthermore, the search box on the taskbar will be lighter when you set Windows to a custom color mode, which can be changed in the Settings app.

KB5023778 also addresses an issue that affects the Notepad combo box in Settings, one that fails to show all the available options.

The issue that affects Microsoft PowerPoint, making it stop responding when you use accessibility tools, is history and we no longer have to deal with it.

There was also an annoying problem that affected Microsoft Narrator and it failed to read items in dropdown lists in Microsoft Excel. Microsoft has dealt with that as well.

Before we get into the rest of the changelog, know that this update addresses an issue that affects USB printers, so you can kiss that goodbye.

Improvements

Known issues

What can I do if I can’t install KB5023778?

Make sure to report any other issues you might come across, in order for Microsoft to address and improve the overall OS experience for us all.

This is everything you can expect if you are a Windows 11 user. Leave a comment below if you found any issues since installing this build.

More about the topics:Windows 11 Software & Apps

Alexandru Poloboc

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When he is not working, he splits his free time between making music, gaming, playing football, basketball and taking his dogs on adventures.

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With a desire to always get to the bottom of things and uncover the truth, Alex spent most of his time working as a news reporter.

With KB5043178 to Release Preview Channel, Microsoft advises Windows 11 users to plug in when the battery is low#

Copilot in Outlook will generate personalized themes for you to customize the app#

Microsoft will raise the price of its 365 Suite to include AI capabilities#

Death Stranding Director’s Cut is now Xbox X|S at a huge discount#

Outlook will let users create custom account icons so they can tell their accounts apart easier#

KB5023778: A closer look at this new cumulative update#

What should I look for in KB5023778?#

Improvements#

Known issues#

What can I do if I can’t install KB5023778?#