The latest insider preview builds of Windows 11 have become available for beta testers. Microsoft has rolled out two new builds to the beta channel. The first build includes new features whereas the other one has features that are turned off by default.
If you’re looking to learn more about the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22631.2048 and 22621.2048. In this guide, you will get to learn more about Microsoft starting to push the new Windows 11 22631.2048 update.
Changelog for the new update
Microsoft has kicked off the new Windows 11 Preview Build with the build number KB502847. According to Microsoft, Insiders who were previously on Build 22624 will get moved to Build 22631 automatically through an enablement package.
As for the changes, the newest beta build will bring a whole new Gallery section to the File Explorer, which will beautifully portray your photo collection (the same photos that are available in all photos in the Photos app).
There is also a new Add Phone Photos option present in the command bar, which will help you quickly add photos from your device to the Gallery section. There are also numerous bug fixes and improvements made to the firmware.
Users on Windows 11 22631.2048 will get the versioning updated under Settings -> System -> About to version 23H2. This build will also bring an option for ending tasks from the taskbar with a right-click. Moreover, Microsoft has also added the option to tear out and merge tabs in File Explorer. The other change that comes with this build is the “For Developers” settings page being available in Settings -> System.
How to update to the Windows 11 22631.2048 beta update
The new features and fixes are available on the Windows 11 22631.2048 Insider Preview Build. If you’re receiving the 22621 build, you’ll be able to update to the 22631 at any time and access the new features.
If you have opted for the beta channel in the Insider Preview Program and you’re running on Windows 11, then you will receive the new beta build. You can just go to Settings -> Windows Update -> Click on Check for Updates. You can just download the update on this PC.
