Microsoft is doubling down on its promise to boost the overall performance of Windows 11, and this time, it’s turning to the people who experience its quirks firsthand—its testers.
In a new preview build released through the Dev Channel, Microsoft announced a performance-focused initiative that encourages Windows Insiders to report system sluggishness. But this isn’t just about complaints; it’s about smart data collection. Now, when a tester experiences any noticeable slowdown or lag, logs are quietly generated and stored locally. These logs contain valuable technical details that, when shared, can help Microsoft pinpoint the root cause of performance hiccups faster and more accurately.
A Targeted Approach to Sluggishness
From slow search functionality to File Explorer behaving like it just woke up from a nap, users have had their fair share of frustrations with Windows 11. While not everyone is affected, the issues are common enough to warrant this initiative. Microsoft is aiming for faster resolutions by inviting users to submit feedback via the Feedback Hub. A dedicated section for system sluggishness has been added to streamline this process.
What’s key here is transparency and control: logs are only sent to Microsoft when users actively submit feedback. Until then, they stay on the user’s PC—collected automatically but shared voluntarily.
The End Goal: A Smoother Windows for Everyone
This move signals a proactive shift in how Microsoft addresses performance challenges. It’s particularly welcome news for those running Windows 11 on older devices, where even small performance drops are more noticeable.
As the tech giant experiments with this feedback-driven model, users and testers alike may finally see long-requested improvements become reality. It’s a slow and steady road, but one that could make Windows 11 smoother for all.
