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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Were you already bored with the current Windows 11 Insider build? You don’t have to worry about that anymore, as build 22000.120 is now available for users in the Dev and Beta Channels, through theWindows Insider program.

We’ve now reached the fifth cumulative update for Windows 11 RTM Build 22000, and this one comes with several quality enhancements, but there are no new features or significant improvements.

If you check for updates today, a new patch calledCumulative Update for Windows 11 (10.0.22000.120) (KB5005188)will appear available for download.

Furthermore, a new Defender security update will also download and install automatically when you tap on the check for updates button.

Build 22000.120 brings a plethora of improvements and fixes

KB5005188 comes with a lot of improvements for desktop users. For example, Microsoft has updated File Explorer’s right-click context menus with a compact interface for mouse users.

Windows 11’s right-click context menu felt a bit too big on desktops, but Microsoft has finally addressed it with today’s release.

The Redmond company also tweaked theNewbutton in the File Explorer’s command by integrating a dropdown menu.

Other changes and improvements that Windows 11 gained through build 22000.120 include:

Important fixes brought via Insider build 22000.120

Of course, as with any new build, Microsoft also fixed some of the problems that were making it hard for users to enjoy the new OS experience.

It’s a lengthy list, as the company took an even more hands-on approach and decided to exterminate the bugs that plagued our system on previous builds.

These are the fixes that the tech giant promised for build 22000.120:

The Microsoft Store also received some vital tweaks

As part of this system update, Microsoft Store is getting support for auto-scrolling on the spotlight, thus allowing users to discover their next favorite app, movie, or game without manually scrolling through the list.

The Redmond-based tech company is also introducing a gaming product detail page (PDP) design, so users can see more info and images of the game.

There’s also a new ratings and reviews dialog, and it’s based on XAML instead of WebView.

Known issues with build 22000.120

Don’t go thinking that this Insider build is perfect and that there is absolutely nothing wrong with it. Windows 11 is still in its testing phase so we are bound to run into more issues.

However, Microsoft is bringing to our attention some of the problems that the new build has, as follows:

On a more serious note, this update could also break the taskbar and Start Menu if you’re in the Beta Channel.

How do I install KB5005188?

Have you already installed the new Windows 11 Insider build? Tell us all about your experience in the comments section below.

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#

Windows 11 Build 22000.120 fixes the Taskbar and File Explorer#

Build 22000.120 brings a plethora of improvements and fixes#

Important fixes brought via Insider build 22000.120#

The Microsoft Store also received some vital tweaks#

Known issues with build 22000.120#

How do I install KB5005188?#