Microsoft has rebuilt the Windows Run dialog using WinUI 3 and .NET, introducing a new version that promises faster performance. According to the company, the updated dialog now opens in 94 milliseconds, an improvement over previous versions. The change is part of a broader modernization effort for a tool that has existed in Windows for more than three decades.
Developers testing the update have mixed reactions. While Microsoft highlights the performance gain, many argue that a simple function like the Run dialog should open almost instantly. The criticism centers on whether the improvement is significant enough to justify the changes, given the tool’s basic purpose.
The new version is currently available only to Windows Insiders, offering them early access to test and provide feedback. This group includes developers and enthusiasts who get early builds of Windows updates before public release. Microsoft has not announced a timeline for broader availability.
The Run dialog, a long-standing feature in Windows, allows users to execute commands or launch applications quickly. Over the years, it has remained largely unchanged despite updates to other parts of the operating system. This update marks one of the few major revisions to a tool that originated in the early versions of Windows.
Microsoft has not yet addressed the developer feedback publicly. The company typically responds to such criticism through official channels or updates, but no statement has been issued regarding the Run dialog’s performance claims.
Source: itavisen.no