Microsoft has been fixing Windows 11's annoying white flash bug in File Explorer for over 2 years

The latest Windows 11 preview build mentions a fix for File Explorer that should stop it from flash banging you in dark mode.

System File Checker stuck or stopped in Windows 11

If Windows 11's System File Checker (SFC) is stuck or stopped randomly, run DISM first, try in Safe Mode, restart the ...
Bleeping Computer

Microsoft says new Outlook can't open some Excel attachments

Microsoft is working to resolve a known issue that prevents some users from opening Excel email attachments in the new Outlook client. According to a service alert (EX1189359) seen by BleepingComputer ...
Neowin

First preview build for Windows 11 in 2026 is out with fixes for File Explorer and more

The first Windows 11 preview build in 2026 is here, and it brings accessibility improvements, a new Windows Spotlight icon, File Explorer fixes, and more. The Windows Insider Program team is back from ...
Bleeping Computer

Microsoft still working to fix Windows Explorer white flashes

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. "Removed white flash when ...