And how is feedback helping this new feature evolve?

Microsoft Windows 11’s ‘Haptic Signals’ would provide haptic feedback based on certain user interactions, including window resizing, window snapping, and aligning objects in PowerPoint. When the preview build was first released for Windows Insiders, the haptic feedback also existed for hovering over the Close (X) button on any folder or window.

However, the haptic feedback is no longer there for the Close button, reports Windows Central. Marcus Ash, Leading Design and Research for Windows, said, “This was a deliberate change based on early input. We are being cautious with the close button as it might feel too noisy”.

“We’re starting with a smaller set of high value interactions, like window layout, drag and drop, and alignment, where haptics clearly reinforce intent. The goal is to build a strong foundation and expand thoughtfully over time as devices release and we get more signal,” added Ash.

It’s an understandable decision as well, as the haptic feedback getting triggered each time you hover over the X icon to close a window might actually start to get annoying. As long as haptic feedback plays its role in meaningful actions, it has a better chance of enhancing the experience instead of becoming a gimmick that users would want to turn off in settings.

These instances continue to reflect Microsoft’s new approach for Windows 11, where they’re actively listening to feedback to improve the UI. While that’s positive, there are a handful of other factors that are currently stopping this feature from being widely used by the community.