Windows 11 Sun Valley 2: Microsoft to Release 'Version 22H2' Update | Here's How to Test it

Joseph Henry, Tech Times 06 March 2022, 11:03 pm

With Microsoft's "Sun Valley" major update, we could expect that a lot of features will soon arrive for the Windows 11 OS.

In line with its release, the Redmond giant confirmed that it would be launching a version number "22H2" for the newest operating system. Here's how you can test this.

Microsoft Confirms Windows 22H2 Update

Windows 11 Sun Valley 2: Microsoft to Release 'Version 22H2' Update | Here's How to Test it

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Here's how you can test Microsoft version 22H2 update for Windows 11.

According to Windows Latest, the tech titan has announced on Thursday, March 3, that it would be releasing the "Version 22H2" for Windows 11. It was mentioned in the report that it was the "tentative" name for this update which also hints at its finalization.

As of press time, the company has not yet explained if it would stick to the given codename for the next major Windows update.

While it appears that it might be the public name version that Microsoft will use, 22H2 has been involved in numerous leaks in the past.

So far, we only know that this version will put its focus on bringing important fixes to the Windows 11 interface. As such, it would cover some OS areas including taskbar desktop, Control Center, Windows Settings, and other native apps as well.

In addition, the 22H2 update for the new Windows is expected to revert some previously removed features including the drag-and-drop support feature for the taskbar. A new Task Manager could also be introduced to Windows 11 soon.

How to Test 22H2 Version in Windows 11

In a similar report by the tech site, users could now install the OS builds on their computer in line with the Sun Valley update. For that, they could go to the different Insider Program channels to explore more about them.

They could enter the Dev Channel for developers and other technical individuals. Furthermore, this would allow them to run a series of tests for the Sun Valley builds and the new Windows 11.

Most importantly, the updates for this Beta Channel are focused on experimenting with trials for fixing bugs.

Before its official launch, Microsoft will publish Windows 11 22H2 in the Release Preview Channel. This area is used for the build-testing process for production.

In another report from How To Geek, you can also use Windows Hello Webcam Sign-in Windows 11 by following a series of simple steps.

Meanwhile, Tech Times reported last month that a new leak highlighted the potential release of tablet mode, new sticker editor app, and more for Windows 11.

Elsewhere, Windows 11 Pro will reportedly not allow users to finish the installation process without a Microsoft account. According to the article, this would count as the second "major" version for Microsoft's latest OS. However, people could fully install the software before without the need of logging in to the account.

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Written by Joseph Henry