Microsoft released cumulative update KB5083633 (Build 28020.1812) for Windows 11 version 26H1. This build is intended for insiders on the Canary channel, which is designed for previewing the latest changes in Windows, including major kernel revisions, API changes, and other critical parts of the OS.
Builds in this channel do not correspond to a specific Windows version, are released immediately after creation with limited documentation, without thorough validation, and may be unstable. Some of the changes being tested will never be released, while others may appear in the future when ready. This update includes a small set of general improvements and fixes aimed at enhancing system stability and overall quality.
- Touchpad. Added a setting to adjust the size of the right-click area on the touchpad. The setting is available in: Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Touchpad. The user can choose the right-click zone size (lower right corner of the touchpad) from options: default, small, medium, or large. The setting is only displayed for touchpads with a physically pressable surface. If settings have been changed through the manufacturer's proprietary app, an additional Custom option may appear, preserving user-defined values. Feedback can be sent through Feedback Hub (Win + F) under Input & Language > Touchpad.
- Sharing. Based on user feedback, Microsoft has refined the Drag Tray interface – now using a more compact peek view window. This reduces the chance of accidental activation when moving the cursor to the top of the screen and makes it easier to close the panel during interaction.
- Windows Security. Continued rollout of the updated interface in Windows Security > Device Security > Secure Boot. Added color indicators (green, yellow, red) as well as updated tooltips reflecting the status of Secure Boot and certificates. This is related to the Secure Boot certificate update on consumer and some enterprise devices – users can check their status directly in the interface. The feature is disabled by default on IT-administered devices and servers.
- Feedback Hub. An updated version of the Feedback Hub app (version 2.2604.101.0) is being rolled out for Dev and Canary channels. The update includes refinements based on user feedback: improved default window size and added window size memory between sessions; added support for mouse back button for navigation; fixed an issue where fewer community feedback items were displayed; fixed display of Upvote buttons for users with Chinese display language; plus other stability and usability improvements.
No known issues are officially listed at this time, but Canary channel builds are by definition unstable, released with limited documentation and without thorough validation. Some changes tested in the Canary channel may never be released. Users should be prepared for possible crashes.
Installation via Windows Update: go to Settings > Windows Update and click Check for updates. A computer restart is required to complete installation.
| Feature / Change | Performance Impact | Optimization | PC Speed | Gaming Optimization |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touchpad right-click area size setting | ⚪ No impact | 🟢 High (better input customization) | ⚪ No impact | ⚪ No impact |
| Drag Tray compact peek view | 🟢 Low (reduces accidental activation) | 🟡 Medium (faster window management) | 🟡 Low (smoother cursor interaction) | ⚪ No impact |
| Windows Security Secure Boot UI update | ⚪ No impact | 🟡 Medium (clearer status indicators) | ⚪ No impact | ⚪ No impact |
| Feedback Hub app update | 🟢 Low (window size memory) | 🟡 Medium (improved navigation) | 🟡 Low (faster feedback access) | ⚪ No impact |
Find and Change Settings
| Setting | Where to find | How to change |
|---|---|---|
| Touchpad right-click area size | Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Touchpad | Open Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Touchpad. Under the right-click zone size option, choose Default, Small, Medium, or Large. The setting only appears for touchpads with a physically pressable surface. If changes were made through the manufacturer's app, a Custom option may appear and preserve those values. |
| Drag Tray peek view | Top of screen (when sharing or using drag tray) | Move the cursor to the top of the screen to open the compact peek view. Close the panel using the available close control. No separate Settings toggle is provided. |
| Secure Boot status indicators | Windows Security > Device Security > Secure Boot | Open Windows Security > Device Security > Secure Boot to view color indicators (green, yellow, red) and updated tooltips for Secure Boot and certificate status. The feature is disabled by default on IT-administered devices and servers. |
| Feedback Hub updated version | Feedback Hub app (version 2.2604.101.0) | Update the Feedback Hub app through the Store. The updated version remembers window size between sessions, supports mouse back button navigation, fixes community feedback display, and fixes Upvote button visibility for Chinese display language. |
Official announcement on the Microsoft website.
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