Enabling New Features in Windows 11 November 2025 Update (KB5068861)

Unlock New Features in Windows 11 with the November 2025 Update

The highly anticipated Windows 11 November 2025 Update (KB5068861) is rolling out from November 11, 2025, for versions 25H2 and 24H2. This update brings a range of new features and crucial fixes to enhance user experience.

Since Microsoft implements updates gradually, you can proactively unlock new features immediately by installing the update and executing a specific command using the ViVeTool utility.

How to Access New Windows 11 Features

The latest cumulative update, titled “2025-11 Security Update (KB5068861) (26200.7171), ” is now available. This update includes various new features and functional fixes. However, not all users receive the updates at the same time. For eager users wanting early access, the command-line tool ViVeTool allows you to unlock these new features.

Steps to Enable New Features on Windows 11

Visit the GitHub site.
Download the ViveTool-vx.x.x.zip file.
Open the downloaded zip file using File Explorer.
Press the Extract all button to unpack the files.
Click on the Extract button to confirm.
Copy the path to the directory where ViveTool was extracted.
Open the Start menu.
Search for Command Prompt, right-click on it, and choose Run as administrator.
Type the following command to change the directory to your ViveTool folder and hit Enter:

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

Make sure to replace the path with the correct folder path for your system.
Execute the command below to unlock most new features:

vivetool /enable /id:57048231
Restart your computer. If some features are still unavailable, proceed with additional steps below.
(Optional) To enable a new Start menu design, enter:

vivetool /enable /id:47205210
(Optional) For the battery percentage feature, use:

vivetool /enable /id:56328729
(Optional) To access features beyond the Release Preview Channel, run:

vivetool /enable /id:48433719
Restart the computer once more.

Once all steps are completed, these commands should allow you to experience the most transformative features from build 26200.7171 for Windows 11 versions 25H2 and 24H2.

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Installing the November 2025 Security Update

If you want to enable the new features before they’re available through the Stable Channel, consider enrolling your device in the Release Preview Channel. Alternatively, wait for the Stable Channel update, which usually rolls out on the first Tuesday of the month during scheduled Patch Tuesday releases.

Here’s how to install the Windows 11 build 26200.7171 (KB5068861):

Open the Settings menu.
Select Windows Update.
For faster updates, toggle on “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available.” (Optional).
Click the “Check for updates” button.
(Optional) Choose “Download and install” to apply any preview updates available.
Finally, click the Restart now button.

After following these steps, the update, if available, will download and install automatically on your Windows 11 device.

Frequently Asked Questions about the November 2025 Update

For additional clarity regarding the November 2025 Windows 11 update, consider these common inquiries:

What is the ViveTool command for enabling the November 2025 features?

The command to activate the new features using ViveTool is vivetool /enable /id:57048226.

Will using the ViveTool command unlock all features?

Not all features may be instantly available—even with the ViveTool. Certain updates are released based on specific regional availability.

Why use ViveTool for feature activation?

Although not strictly necessary, ViveTool provides eager users a way to access the latest features sooner. Microsoft typically rolls out updates gradually to mitigate issues effectively.

What are the new features included in the November 2025 update?

This Patch Tuesday Update introduces exciting features such as a redesigned Start menu, enhanced Administrator Protection, a new battery icon with a percentage display, improved functionality for Click to Do, File Explorer Home, and others.

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