Microsoft released a new update for Windows 10, KB5043131, on September 24, 2024. We call it an “optional” update.
This update brings with it many new changes and fixes. Updates like Start Menu, and Sign In Reminder have been included.
Before this update, Microsoft released a new build, KB5043186 of Windows 11. Many new features in this build are being tested on the Microsoft Store. If we can also see store updates on this Windows 10. What new changes and features has this new update brought? We will know further.
New changes and fixes of KB5043131
- New look of your Start menu
The most noticeable change is in the Start menu. Microsoft has also darkened the color of the left part of the menu in place of your profile picture. So that you will be able to see it highlighted.
- Quiet sign-in reminder
If you are in Europe, you may have noticed that Windows constantly asks you to sign in with a Microsoft account. This problem is going to end with this update.
Apart from all this, some problems have also been fixed. These were bothering the users a lot. These include:
- Microsoft Edge will now work better when used in “IE mode” (this is for websites that still need the old Internet Explorer to work properly).
- If you are facing the problem of sound cutting out when using surround sound, then it should be fixed now.
- File Explorer and Taskbar used to freeze up many times for those using Windows Server. This update aims to remove that problem.
Windows 10 KB5043131 Catalog Download
You can download the Windows 10 KB5043131 catalog or .msu file by clicking on the link given below. It is for both 32-bit and 64-bit versions.
If you want to try out the optional update, here is what you need to do:
- Go to your Settings
- Click on “Update & Security”
- Click on “Check for Updates.”
- Look for KB5043131 and choose to install it