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Windows 11: July update fixes annoying stuttering in games

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If you are a player who upgraded to Windows 11, you may have noticed some annoying stutters or freezes in your games. This is a common problem that many users have reported and it can ruin your gaming experience. Fortunately, Microsoft has released a new update for Windows 11 that promises to fix this problem.

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The update, part of the July 2021 cumulative update for Windows 11, includes a fix for a bug that caused some games to stutter or freeze when using Auto HDR, a feature that automatically improves the color and contrast of games. games. According to Microsoft, the error was caused by a synchronization issue between the graphics driver and the operating system, and the update resolves this issue by improving synchronization between them.

To install the update, you need to go to Settings > Update & security > Windows Update and click Check for updates. The update should appear as KB5004252 and you can download and install it manually. Alternatively, you can wait for the update to automatically install on your device.

After installing the update, you should notice a significant improvement in your game performance, especially if you use Auto HDR. However, if you are still experiencing stuttering or freezing in your games, you can try other solutions, such as:

– Update your graphics driver to the latest version

– Disable any unnecessary background programs or services

– Reduce game settings or resolution

– Use a wired connection instead of Wi-Fi

– Scan your device for malware or viruses

We hope this update helps you enjoy your games on Windows 11 without interruptions. If you have any comments or questions about the update, feel free to leave a comment below or contact Microsoft support.

The update "improves the performance of the Windows input stack when processing high DPI mouse inputs." This should reduce mouse cursor stuttering and lag in games. Microsoft also notes that this improvement is only available for Windows 11 devices that support hardware-accelerated GPU scheduling (HAGS).

How to enable HAGS in Windows 11

To take advantage of the improved mouse input performance, you need to enable HAGS on your Windows 11 device. Here's how to do it:

– Right click on the desktop and select Display Settings.

– Scroll down and click on Charts.

– Click Advanced Graphics Settings.

– Enable hardware accelerated GPU scheduling.

You may need to restart your device for the changes to take effect. You can also check if your device supports HAGS by opening the DirectX Diagnostic Tool (dxdiag.exe) and looking for the “Hardware Accelerated GPU Scheduling” entry in the Display tab.

How to show the seconds on the Windows 11 taskbar clock

Another change coming with the July 2023 update for Windows 11 is the ability to display seconds on the taskbar clock. This is a feature that some users have been requesting for a long time, as it can be useful for certain tasks that require precise synchronization.

To enable this feature, you must edit the registry. Here's how to do it:

– Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog box.

– Type regedit and press Enter to open Registry Editor.

– Go to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced.

– Right-click on an empty space and select New > DWORD (32-bit) Value.

– Name it ShowSecondsInSystemClock and set its value to 1.

– Restart your device or sign out and sign in again for the changes to take effect.

You should now see the seconds displayed on the clock in the taskbar. If you want to revert this change, simply remove the ShowSecondsInSystemClock value from the registry or set it to 0.

Conclusion

The July 2023 Update for Windows 11 brings some welcome improvements for gamers and users who want more control over their taskbar clock. If you have a high DPI gaming mouse, you should notice less stuttering and lag in games after installing this update and enabling HAGS. If you want to see the seconds on the clock on your taskbar, you can easily do so by editing the registry. We hope you find these tips useful and enjoy using Windows 11.