Microsoft has launched a new gamepad keyboard layout for Windows 11, designed to improve the typing experience with an Xbox controller. The updated layout was first tested in beta form back in September and is now available in the Release Preview version of Windows 11.
The new keyboard features greater navigation and helpful shortcuts, allowing users to access letters more quickly. For example, the X button can function as backspace, while the Y button serves as the spacebar. Microsoft has also aligned the keyboard keys vertically for smoother use.
With this update, Xbox controller users should see a significant reduction in typing time and frustration. The feature is expected to roll out within the next few weeks, making it available for Windows 11 users to try.
Source: https://www.engadget.com/gaming/xbox/microsoft-launches-a-new-gamepad-keyboard-layout-for-windows-11-154011591.html