Microsoft Releases Windows 11 KB5037853 Update with New Features

TapTechNews May 30th news, Microsoft today released the KB5037853 non-security optional update for the Windows 11 system. After installing on 22H2, the version number rises to Build 22621.3672, and after installing on 23H2, the version number rises to Build 22631.3672.

TapTechNews note: The content of this optional update is basically the same as the previous release through the ReleasePreview channel, but there is one difference that is Microsoft PC Manager. The update log does not mention that Microsoft PC Manager (PCManager) will be added for domestic devices.

The Windows 11 Build 226x1.3672 update content is as follows:

New feature: Added a new feature to prevent accidental closing of the Windows sharing window. Clicking outside the window will no longer close the window. To close the window, select the close button in the upper right corner. Please note that since this feature will be gradually rolled out, not all users can use it.

New feature: Users can drag and drop files into the path in the address bar in the File Explorer with the mouse.

New feature: Users can directly share to the specified Microsoft Teams channels and group chats in the Windows sharing window. To use this feature, users must log in with the Microsoft EntraID.

New feature: Users can create a QR code for web page URLs and cloud files in the Windows sharing window.

New feature: Windows will now back up many of your sound settings (including your sound scheme). This only happens if you turn on the Remember my preferences and select the Personalization and Other Windows settings checkboxes.

New feature: Users can now send an email to themselves from the Windows sharing window. You will receive an email through the email address in your Microsoft account.

New feature: This update starts to roll out the Add Now button in Settings > Accounts. After selecting this button, if you have not added a recovery email address for your Microsoft account, you can add it.

New feature: Users can log in with a Microsoft account in the Windows Backup application.

This update resolves a known issue affecting account profile pictures. When you try to change it, you may receive an error message. The error code is 0x80070520.

This update affects the Anti-Malware Scan Interface (AMSI) AmsiUtil class, which helps detect bypasses of AMSI scans. This update also resolves some long-term issues that expose devices to threats.

This update resolves the issue affecting servers after removing them from the domain. The Get-LocalGroupMember cmdlet returns an exception. This occurs if the local group contains domain members.

This update resolves the issue affecting printers. When using them in an AppContainer or in a restricted environment, they do not work as expected.

This update resolves the issue affecting the File Explorer. When swiping from the screen edge, it stops responding. This occurs after disabling the edge swipe.

This update resolves the issue where the stylus does not show the stylus pad and touch keyboard.

This update resolves the issue of showing a hidden window. Its title bar has no content and no client area. This occurs when using certain applications to share the screen.

This update resolves the issue of some screen distortion. This occurs when playing videos using a Chromium-based browser.

This update resolves the issue affecting IPP-over-USB printers. They still show as unavailable in the Control Panel after deletion.

This update resolves the issue affecting TWAIN drivers. When using them in a virtual environment, they may stop responding.

This update updates certain Carrier Settings Assets (COSA) profiles for mobile operators.

This update resolves the issue affecting the Host Networking Service (HNS). When the service restarts, the load balancer policy does not restore in the correct way.

This update resolves the issue where the smart card icon does not show. It does not show when logging in. This occurs when there are multiple certificates on the smart card.

This update resolves the issue affecting Enhanced Fast Reconnect. It fails. This occurs when using it with a third-party Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) provider.

This update resolves the issue affecting the File Explorer. When pinning a folder on a network share to Quick Access, it takes two minutes to start. This occurs when upgrading from Windows 11 version 21H2 to Windows 11 version 22H2.

This update resolves the issue affecting applications that support encrypted emails. The application asks you to enter your credentials every time you open an encrypted email. This occurs even if you have entered the PIN code at least once.

This update resolves the issue in the folder context menu. When you select the command to delete an item, the command instead adds the item. This occurs when a third-party service implements the synchronization function.

This update resolves the issue affecting the Out-of-Box Experience (OOBE). It cannot be completed. This occurs when opening the Prevent the use of security questions for local accounts policy.

This update resolves the issue affecting Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) audio headphones. They do not show the connect or disconnect options.

This update resolves the issue with the Share button on the USB controller. It may not work with the GameBar.

This update resolves the issue affecting the Unified Write Filter (UWF) Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) API calls. Calls to shut down or restart the system produce an access denied exception.