Windows 22631 -
This build represents a high-water mark for Microsoft's enablement package strategy—a stable, low-risk feature update that finally brought AI to the taskbar, modernized File Explorer, and added native RGB controls. If your system reports 22631 , you are on a secure, fully supported, and feature-complete version of Windows 11. However, with end-of-support approaching in late 2025, you should begin planning your migration to the 24H2 codebase (Build 26100) in the coming months.
: Native control for RGB peripherals directly within Windows Settings. Passkey Support : Allows users to use Windows Hello windows 22631
Crucially, both builds share the each month. When you install the monthly security update (e.g., KB5034765), it patches the core system files identically for both 22621 and 22631. This build represents a high-water mark for Microsoft's
Copilot requires a Microsoft Account login and may be disabled by Group Policy. Right-click taskbar > Taskbar settings > Toggle "Copilot" on. Alternatively, ensure you are not on a work/school account with disabled AI. : Native control for RGB peripherals directly within
Added native support for extracting various archive formats like .rar, .7z, and .tar.gz without needing third-party software. Taskbar & System Tray:
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth sfc /scannow
This is a 24-month support lifecycle for each fall feature update. Users still on build 22621 (22H2) will be automatically updated to 22631 (23H2) as their end-of-support date approaches, provided they have not deferred feature updates.