January 8, 2024 at 08:54PM
Windows 11’s 2023 update brings back drag and drop for the taskbar, introduces Windows Copilot AI assistant, and modernizes File Explorer. Aiming to address early feedback, Microsoft plans to enhance Copilot in 2024. The 2024 update is expected to focus on AI, with features including upgraded weather updates, printing management, voice access, and Windows 365 Boot enhancements.
Meeting Notes Summary:
The year 2023 brings significant updates to Windows 11:
1. Taskbar Drag and Drop: Users can now drag and drop items directly onto the taskbar, enhancing multitasking and workflow convenience.
2. Windows Copilot: An AI assistant designed to revolutionize PC interactions, offered from a dedicated sidebar on the taskbar. Early feedback indicates the need for further improvement in integration and functionality.
3. File Explorer Refresh: Modernized interface, with Azure Active Directory users benefiting from a file recommendation carousel and intuitive cloud storage management. The updated details pane facilitates efficient collaboration and quick access to file details.
Looking ahead to 2024, new features include:
1. Enriched Weather Updates on Lock Screen: Offers dynamic weather updates and full forecast accessibility from MSN Weather via Microsoft Edge.
2. Pause and Resume Printing Directly in Settings: Users can manage print jobs directly from the ‘Printers & scanners’ section under Settings.
3. Voice Access: More advanced than Windows Speech Recognition, with support for multiple languages and custom commands.
4. Windows 365 Boot Enhancements: Includes a dedicated mode, customized company branding, fail-fast mechanism, and local PC settings management from Cloud PC.
These updates demonstrate Microsoft’s commitment to refining Windows 11.