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Microsoft released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26231 to the Canary Channel
It was released on June 6, 2024
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Windows Insiders in Canary Channel got Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26231, which brought on a few changes and fixes for known issues.
The build comes packed with a new feature that lets the Narrator users use voice access in Windows 11 to dictate text with voice. They can also hear what they have dictated.
Furthermore, you can also use voice access to give the Narrator commands like speaking faster, turning on the narrator, and so on.
To get the list of commands, you can click the help icon on the voice access bar and choose View all commands.
Here is what you can do with the voice access:
Tips:
Microsoft also mentioned adding auto restart for voice access in Windows 11. This will ensure that voice access can automatically restart whenever it encounters problems, making it conveniently accessible for people with limited mobility.
Therefore, they no longer depend on external assistance or assistive technologies. Moreover, the Redmond tech giant made reporting crashes easier.
You can use the new command, Search [Entity] files in Windows search, to search for apps or files, making the process quicker.
Here are thechanges and improvements mentioned in the changelogon the official blog said says:
[Windows Share]
New copy button for copying files in the Windows share window highlighted in a red box.
[Settings]
Rename your PC dialog with refreshed design to match the Windows 11 visuals.
Fixes
[File Explorer]
[Task Manager]
Known issues
[General]
If you encounter any issues after downloading the new build, you can send feedback via Feedback Hub (WIN+F) underAccessibility>Voice access.
To get the new build, go toSettings>Windows Update, then clickCheck for Updatesto install it. However, if you don’t see it, you might have to wait a while as it is still rolling out.
Have you installed Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26231 yet? If so, share your experience with our readers in the comments section below.
More about the topics:Windows 11,Windows Insider Program
Srishti Sisodia
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Srishti Sisodia is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. She has extensive experience exploring the latest technological advancements and sharing her insights through informative blogs.
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She is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. Srishti is specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
