Enable New Features in Windows 11 October 2025 Update (KB5065789)

Windows 11 October 2025 Update: How to Enable New Features

On October 14, 2025, Microsoft began rolling out the Windows 11 October 2025 Update (KB5065789) for version 24H2, featuring various enhancements and critical security fixes. If you’re eager to explore the latest features ahead of the gradual rollout, this guide will help you manually activate them using the ViveTool command-line utility.

Overview of the Update

The new update, identified as build 26100.6718 (KB5065789), is also available for Windows 11 version 25H2 as build 26200.6718, which includes identical updates. However, due to Microsoft’s staggered deployment approach, the rollout of new features is not immediate for all users. To gain early access, you can utilize the command vivetool /enable /id:57048226.

Activating New Features in Windows 11

Follow these steps to enable the exciting new features included in the October 2025 update:

Visit the GitHub website.
Download the latest version of ViveTool-vx.x.x.zip.
Open the zip file using File Explorer.
Click the Extract all button.
Click Extract to complete the extraction process.
Copy the folder path where ViveTool is located.
Open the Start menu.
Search for Command Prompt, right-click the top result, and choose Run as administrator.
Input the following command to navigate to the ViveTool folder, then hit Enter:

cd c:\folder\path\ViveTool-v0.x.x

Remember to replace “c:\folder\path” with the actual path on your system.
Execute this command to enable the new features:

vivetool /enable /id:57048226
Finally, restart your computer.

Upon completion of these steps, you will have successfully activated the prominent features associated with build 26100.6718 for Windows 11 24H2.

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If you wish to revert the changes, simply follow the same steps but replace the command in step 10 with vivetool /disable /id:57048226. Alternatively, you could run vivetool /fullreset to reset all customizations made with this tool.

How to Install the Windows 11 October 2025 Security Update

If your system has not yet installed Windows 11 build 26100.6718 (KB5065789), here’s how to check for updates:

Open the Settings app.
Select Windows Update.
(Optional) Enable the “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” toggle.
Click the “Check for updates” button.
(Optional) Select “Download and install” for any preview updates available.
Select the Restart now button to apply updates.

Once the above steps are completed, any available updates will automatically download and install on your device.

If you’re eager to access these new features before official availability through the Stable Channel, you may enroll your device in the Release Preview Channel. Otherwise, you can opt to wait for the update directly from the Stable Channel, typically released at the beginning of the month during the Patch Tuesday updates.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Windows 11 October 2025 Update

What command is needed to enable the October 2025 features using ViveTool?

To activate the new features with ViveTool, run the command vivetool /enable /id:57048226.

Will executing the ViveTool command activate all new features?

No, not all features will be enabled as some may still be region-specific or not universally available even after using ViveTool commands.

Why should I use ViveTool to unlock new features?

While using ViveTool isn’t mandatory, many users prefer to access new enhancements sooner. Microsoft’s gradual rollout strategy allows them to quickly address potential issues without exacerbating the situation across all devices.

What notable features are included in the October 2025 update?

This update presents numerous enhancements. For instance, the Click to Do feature now supports tagging for actions and improved text summarization through AI. The Settings app will introduce an upgraded AI agent UI, a new configuration for hardware indicators, and a refreshed Advanced settings page.

Furthermore, File Explorer will offer AI actions in the context menu, and the Windows Share UI will incorporate options for pinning favorite apps. Enhanced passkey security now supports third-party integrations, alongside numerous bug fixes and modifications included in this update.

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