{"id":473204,"date":"2025-09-14T15:13:59","date_gmt":"2025-09-14T15:13:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/?p=473204"},"modified":"2025-09-14T15:13:59","modified_gmt":"2025-09-14T15:13:59","slug":"windows-11-is-getting-a-handy-new-internet-speed-test-shortcut","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/computer\/windows-11-is-getting-a-handy-new-internet-speed-test-shortcut\/","title":{"rendered":"Windows 11 Is Getting a Handy New Internet Speed Test Shortcut"},"content":{"rendered":"

Microsoft continues to refine and expand Windows 11, adding new features that aim to make everyday use simpler and more intuitive. The latest preview builds of the operating system have revealed several hidden additions, and one of the most interesting is a new button that lets you quickly check your internet speed directly from the taskbar.<\/p>\n

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It\u2019s worth noting right away that the new tool is not a native Windows 11 app or a separate feature.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A Small but Useful Shortcut<\/h3>\n

The feature was first spotted by Windows enthusiast @phantomofearth, who regularly digs into early builds to uncover unannounced changes. According to their findings, the new option will appear in the Network flyout menu\u2014the small window that opens when you click on the Wi-Fi or Ethernet icon in the taskbar.<\/p>\n

Here, alongside the existing button for refreshing the list of available Wi-Fi networks, users will soon find a \u201cCheck Internet Speed\u201d button. In addition, when you right-click on the network icon in the taskbar, the same shortcut will appear in the context menu, neatly positioned between the \u201cTroubleshoot problems\u201d and \u201cNetwork settings\u201d options.<\/p>\n

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In fact, the button is just a shortcut that, when clicked, launches Bing with its internet speed measurement tool.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Not a Built-In Tool (Yet)<\/h3>\n

While the addition sounds like a native feature, it\u2019s important to clarify what\u2019s really happening under the hood. The button itself doesn\u2019t launch a new Windows utility\u2014it simply opens Microsoft\u2019s Bing speed test page in your browser. In other words, it\u2019s essentially a direct shortcut to Bing\u2019s internet speed test, integrated into the Windows 11 interface.<\/p>\n

That means users won\u2019t be running a local diagnostic tool like they might expect, but rather using Bing\u2019s online service to measure their connection speed.<\/p>\n

Early Days, Subject to Change<\/h3>\n

Since this feature is currently hidden in preview builds, it\u2019s not guaranteed to ship in its current form. Microsoft often experiments with new ideas before deciding whether to keep them, refine them, or remove them entirely. It\u2019s possible that the company could replace the Bing shortcut with a native Windows speed test tool in the future\u2014or change the way the shortcut works altogether.<\/p>\n

For now, though, the integration is a small quality-of-life improvement that makes it easier for users to quickly test whether their internet connection is running smoothly, without needing to open a browser and search for a speed test manually.<\/p>\n

A Sign of Microsoft\u2019s Strategy<\/h3>\n

This update also highlights Microsoft\u2019s growing push to integrate Bing more deeply into the Windows experience. Just as Copilot has brought AI assistance into the operating system, this speed test shortcut funnels users toward Bing\u2019s services. Whether that\u2019s seen as convenient or simply another way to promote Microsoft\u2019s ecosystem will likely depend on the user.<\/p>\n

Still, for many, having a one-click way to verify internet performance right from the taskbar could prove surprisingly handy\u2014especially during video calls, gaming sessions, or whenever your connection feels slower than usual.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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