Microsoft has confirmed that it's still working to fully address a known issue that causes bright white flashes when opening the File Explorer on some Windows 11 systems.

Microsoft’s Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7961 for 25H2 fixes File Explorer flashes, adds voice typing for renaming, and restores Administrator Protection.

Microsoft releases Windows 11 Insider Build 26300.7965 (KB5079385) for Dev and Build 26220.7961 (KB5079382) for Beta with File Explorer fixes.

Microsoft may introduce more rounded corners to File Explorer’s address and search bars in Windows 11, as the hidden design tweak appears in preview builds.

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Annoying white flashes are still hanging around in Windows 11 for some users, but hopefully not for much longer.

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