Microsoft is giving Windows 11 a faster Run dialog inspired by PowerToys

BetaNews·May 2

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Microsoft is updating the Run dialog in Windows 11 with a faster and more modern version, inspired by PowerToys. The new dialog is reported to be an improvement over the legacy version, with some outlets noting it loads more quickly. The exact details of the update are not entirely clear, but it appears to be part of a broader effort to refresh the Windows 11 interface with new features and controls.

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