Security News > 2023 > March > Microsoft testing File Explorer access keys, new VPN status icon
Microsoft has released a new Windows 11 preview build with new features such as File Explorer access keys, a new VPN status indicator, and a new way to copy two-factor authentication codes from text messages.
The new Access Keys features in File Explorer will enable users to execute any command in the context menu using keyboard strokes.
"Each access key will correspond with a letter in the display name. It's part of our effort to make File Explorer more accessible."
Microsoft is also testing File Recommendations in File Explorer, which will only show up for Windows Insiders using an Azure Active Directory account.
Redmond is also testing a new VPN status indicator that will show up on the Windows system tray as an overlay over the network connection icon when connected to recognized VPN profiles.
On Monday, Microsoft announced it's adding a new Canary channel to the Windows Insider Program to allow testing new and "Hot off the presses" features.