Windows 11 build 22598, according to the official changelogs, sets the Spotlight for the desktop feature as the new default experience for new installations. Also, it will now try to display 4K desktop backgrounds when enabled. In addition, the Taskbar is getting a minor update that shows when you use spatial sound in the tooltip, and the Get Started app will now launch automatically after an upgrade to highlight the new improvements.

Windows 11 build 22598 fixes

Furthermore, build 22598 ships with many fixes for Taskbar, Start menu, File Explorer, Input, Settings app, windowing experience, Task Manager, and more.

Taskbar

Start menu

File Explorer

Task Manager

Input

Settings

Windowing

Live captions

Windows Subsystem for Linux

General fixes

In addition to the fixes, the company also highlights several known issues that you should know about upgrading to this build, including problems downloading and installing this flight, and issues with the Taskbar, File Explorer, Widgets, network, and Live captions. 

Install Windows 11 build 22598

If you want to download and install the Windows 11 build 22598, you need to enroll your device in the Beta Channel or Dev Channel using the “Windows Insider Program” settings from the “Update & Security” section. Once you enroll the computer in the program, you can download build 22598 from the “Windows Update” settings by clicking the Check for Updates button. However, you will need a device that meets the minimum system requirements to receive the update if you are new to the Windows Insider Program. If you have a device in the Beta Channel, and you prefer not to install previews of version 22H2, it’s now the time to go to Settings > Windows Update > Windows Insider Program and select the “Choose your Insider settings” and change the channel to Release Preview. Update April 15, 2022: Microsoft is now rolling out build 22598.100 as update KB5014100. However, the update does not include anything new, it’s only designed to test the update mechanism through the Dev and Beta Channels. Update April 19, 2022: Microsoft is now rolling out build 22598.200 as update KB5014105. However, the update does not include anything new, this is only another test for the update mechanism service. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.