- Windows 11 build 22635.3646 (KB5037858) rolls out fixes for File Explorer as well as for printers, networking, drivers, and more. However, this update doesn t introduce new features or significant changes.
Microsoft has made the Windows 11 preview build 22635.3646 (KB5037858) available in the Windows Insider Program’s beta channel. Although it is a little update, it brings a number of corrections, enhancements, and modifications to the current features.
The official notes state that Windows 11 build 22635.3646 resolves issues with networking, printers, out-of-the-box experience (OOBE), sharing, and more. It also fixes a few issues with File Explorer.
Additionally, this update installs the PC Manager program for Chinese users. PC Manager is an application that offers many solutions to enhance the security, performance, and general well-being of your device. Other than the PC boost option, the app doesn’t offer any new functionality. Rather, it is a set of pre-existing tools on the system.
Along with build 22635.3646, the company has also released build 26100.712 in the Release Preview Channel as the first preview for version 24H2, which comes with a number of new features like Energy Saver, Sudo for Windows, a new Copilot app, Quick Settings changes, an archival creation wizard from File Explorer, and more.
Windows 11 build 22635.3646 changes
This edition of File Explorer fixes a latency issue that occurs when network folders are opened from the Quick Access section. Additionally, swiping from the edges should no longer cause the file manager to become unresponsive.
The following are other enhancements and fixes included in the KB5037858 update:
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TWAIN Drivers:
Fixes an issue causing drivers to stop responding in a virtual environment. -
Smart Card Icon:
Resolves the missing icon issue during sign-in with multiple certificates on the smart card. -
Server Domain:
Addresses Get-LocalGroupMember cmdlet exceptions when removing a server from a domain. -
AMSI (Antimalware Scan Interface):
Enhances detection of AMSI scan bypasses and resolves long-term exposure issues. -
Printers:
Fixes functionality issues in AppContainer or restricted environments. -
Out-of-Box Experience (OOBE):
Corrects completion failures when the Prevent the use of security questions for local accounts policy is enabled. -
Host Networking Service (HNS):
Ensures proper restoration of load balancer policies after service restarts. -
Enhanced Fast Reconnect:
Fixes failures with third-party remote desktop protocol (RDP) providers. -
Bluetooth LE Audio:
Adds the option to connect or disconnect devices. -
IPP-over-USB Printer:
Removes the residual after deleting the printers in the Control Panel. -
Unified Write Filter (UWF):
Fixes access denied exceptions for shutdown or restart WMI API calls. -
Screen Distortion:
Corrects video playback issues in Chromium-based browsers. -
COSA Profiles:
Updates profiles for certain mobile operators. -
USB Controllers:
Fixes non-functional Share button with Game Bar. -
Hidden Window:
Addresses the issue of a hidden window with no content in the title bar during screen sharing. -
Handwriting Panels and Touch Keyboards:
Ensures appearance when using a pen. -
Encrypted Email App:
Resolves repeated credential prompts after initial PIN entry.
Additionally, the official notes highlight known problems with Windows Communication Foundation (WCF), Internet Information Services (IIS), Widgets, and the Settings app.
Installing this preview build
Use the Windows Insider Program settings from the Update & Security section to enroll your device in the Beta Channel in order to download and install Windows 11 build 22635.3646 (KB5037858). 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.
It’s crucial to remember that while the Dev Channel often gets new features and updates first, the Beta Channel may get some things first because it’s currently developing at a different pace.