- Windows 11 build 27686 finally adds a detach option for virtual drives in the Settings app.
- This flight also increased the format support by up to 2TB for FAT32.
- Also, Windows Sandbox has been updated from the store and has rolled out new features.
UPDATED 8/17/2024: Microsoft revealed Windows 11 build 27686, which features a number of fixes and enhancements for administrative tools, in the Windows Insider Program’s Canary Channel.
The Windows Sandbox utility has been upgraded with new capabilities in build 27686, which is currently available via the Microsoft Store, per the official revisions released on August 15, 2024.
This aircraft fixes a bug that prevented virtual drives from remounting automatically, raises the format size limit for FAT32 from 32GB to 2TB, and changes the Disk & Volumes settings with a new option to remove virtual drives. The lock screen resolves a number of difficulties with the Registry and Settings app, as well as the battery symbol and icons on the Windows Security program’s Firewall & Network page.
Windows 11 build 27686 new changes
These are the biggest developments that are occurring across the Canary Channel.
Windows Sandbox from the Microsoft Store
The utility now updates from the Microsoft Store if you utilize the Windows Sandbox to test apps and visit untrusted websites to safeguard your primary installation.
Additionally, a menu with clipboard redirection is being added by the company from the top-right, allowing you to copy and paste from the clipboard from the main installation.
Additionally, there are options to link the virtual machine’s camera and audio input.
Virtual drives detach option
The ability to disconnect VHD or VHDX is now available on the Disks & Volumes page, within the drive properties page, as part of the virtual drive enhancements. Previously, you had to use the classic Disk Management app to unattach a virtual drive that you had connected using the Settings app.
Format tool with 2TB support for FAT32
The business is now improving the application to accommodate up to 2TB, whereas previously it only permitted you to format a storage device using the FAT32 file system up to 32GB.
It’s crucial to remember that the 4GB file size restriction of the FAT32 file system still holds true.
Auto HDR for videos when HDR is off
The “Allow HDR video streaming even when HDR is off” option has been added to the HDR setting under the “High Dynamic Range” (HDR) options under “Settings>Display>HDR.” This option will activate the feature even when HDR is off. Although the setting suggests watching videos in full screen for optimal effects, this option should function when watching videos of any size.
Power mode for battery and plugged in
Following the preview’s release, the firm revealed in an update to its notes that build 27686 also modifies the Power & batterysettings page, enabling you to configure the power mode for both while your computer is plugged in and running on battery. Additionally, the page has some interface adjustments.
For devices that were part of the Dev Channel, this capability was previously disclosed.
Other changes
Microsoft also mentions that the system will run network tests in the background on a regular basis after installing this release in order to link diagnostic data for upcoming operating system performance changes. The business isn’t disclosing specifics of such enhancements, though.
You can always reestablish your PIN and biometric authentication from the Settings app, but if you have a Copilot+ PC enrolled in the Stable, Dev, or Release Preview Channels, switching to the Canary Channel will cause you to lose the Windows Hellow settings and result in the 0xd0000225 problem.
Lastly, the organization failed to specify that the ReFSfile system version 3.15 is supported in this sample.
Install build 27686
Enroll your device in the Canary Channel using the Windows Insider Program settings from the Update & Security area in order to download and install this Windows 11 build. You can download the build from the Windows Update settings after enrolling the machine in the program by clicking the Check for Updates button and activating the Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available option.
Update August 17, 2024: To guarantee accuracy and take into account modifications to the procedure, this guide has been revised.