August 30, 2024 at 04:07PM
Windows 11’s Spotlight feature offers dynamic desktop backgrounds and fun facts, but its pop-up occupies 20% of desktop space, linking to Bing search results. In response, Microsoft is testing changes in Build 22635.4145 for the beta channel, introducing hotspots for additional information and a decluttered user experience. This build also includes updated mouse settings.
Based on the meeting notes, here are the key takeaways:
1. Windows 11’s Spotlight feature is currently taking up a significant amount of desktop space when users try to learn more about the wallpaper.
2. Microsoft is testing adjustments to the Spotlight experience in Windows 11 Build 22635.4145 for the beta channel, which includes the addition of hotspots to reduce the size of the Spotlight pop-up.
3. In this future release, users will notice Spotlight pop-ups with a reduced flyout, and hotspots which will be animated to aid discovery and reveal additional information on hover. Clicking on a hotspot will close the full-screen experience and launch the Bing landing page.
4. Microsoft has also made updates to Windows 11 Mouse Settings in Build 22635.4145, which now includes the option to turn off enhanced mouse pointer precision and a toggle for changing mouse scrolling direction, previously only available in the Control Panel.
These changes aim to provide a more streamlined and user-friendly experience for Windows 11 users.