Windows 11 Build 27928: More Control Panel Features Phased Out in Canary Release

Microsoft has rolled out Windows 11 build 27928 to the Canary Channel, introducing enhancements to the Settings application, various bug fixes, and identifying some known issues that users may encounter.

As outlined in the official Windows blog, this build notably transfers several legacy features related to time, language, and region settings from the Control Panel to the more user-friendly Settings app.

Highlights of Windows 11 Build 27928

This latest update signifies an important transition for Windows users as it migrates settings into the Settings app, streamlining user interactions and enhancing overall functionality.

Time and Language Settings Overhaul

Within the Settings > Time & language > Date & time section, users will now find:

A newly integrated option to add multiple clocks through the “Show time and date in the system tray” setting.
Settings for modifying the time server can now be found under the “Additional settings” subsection.
Date and time formatting adjustments are accessible directly from the “Date & time” page, which includes the ability to customize AM and PM symbols.

Date & time page with more Control Panel settings / Image: Mauro Huculak

Updates to Language and Region Settings

The Language & region settings have also seen improvements, including:

The capability to modify the number and currency formatting under the “Regional format” section.
Support for enabling Unicode UTF-8 to enhance language options globally found in the “Language” section.
An option to replicate current user language and region settings to the welcome screen, system accounts, and newly created user accounts located under “Additional settings”.

Language & region copy user settings options / Image: Mauro Huculak

Bug Fixes and Known Issues

The update not only includes these enhancements but also resolves several issues including:

Click to Do: Resolved crashes associated with text and image actions.
File Explorer: Fixed incorrect behavior in the preview pane and inconsistencies with unblock options in file properties.
Taskbar: Enhanced functionality by fixing a glitch that disabled click features when dragging over Taskbar thumbnails.
Input issues: Addressed crashes related to textinputframework.dll and resolved IME input errors following “CTRL + C.”
Lock Screen: Enhanced reliability, particularly during login and wake transitions, to prevent blank screens and sluggish Taskbar response times.
Live Captions: Fixed issues with caption opacity settings under Accessibility > Caption Style.
Settings: Mitigated crashes occurring when attempting to add a security key via Account > Sign-in options.
Other fixes: Resolved multiple error reports when launching Group Policy Editor and issues tied to dao360.dll in earlier builds.

Despite these advancements, users should be aware of some known issues that remain, such as potential hang-ups in scanning Temporary files settings and an occurrence where elevating Command Prompt may inadvertently open the Windows Console Host. Users might also experience increased DWM crashes or issues with File Explorer’s dark mode when a red hue is applied to low-space drives.

How to Install Windows 11 Build 27928

To download and install this latest build of Windows 11, ensure your device is registered in the Canary Channel via the “Windows Insider Program” settings found in the “Update & Security” segment. Once enrollment is complete, users can retrieve the build through the “Windows Update” settings by enabling the “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” option and clicking on “Check for Updates”.

Is your PC enrolled in the Canary Channel? What do you think about the recent changes introduced in this channel? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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