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Low Latency Profile aims to help Windows apps launch faster.
The feature works by spiking the CPU speed.
Early testing shows improvement.
Ever find that opening an app, triggering a menu, or running other tasks in Windows doesn't feel as fast or as snappy as it should? You're not alone. Microsoft is currently testing a new technology in Windows 11 designed to provide some oomph to many of the actions you perform in the OS.
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Currently available in the latest Windows 11 Insider builds, the new Low Latency Profile is an attempt to enhance Windows by increasing the speed and responsiveness of key tools, apps, and features, Windows Central reported on Thursday. Citing sources familiar with these plans, reporter Zac Bowden said that this can boost the launch times for tools like the Start menu and File Explorer, apps like Edge and Outlook, and features like context menus and system flyouts.
In its testing, Windows Central found that Edge and Outlook launched up to 40% faster, while the Start menu and context menus kicked off 70% faster. Low Latency Profile is also supposed to provide speed boosts to most common third-party programs, making Windows overall feel snappier.
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