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In this post, we’ll go over what’s new in PowerShell 7.2
Windows Update Support
PowerShell now supports Windows Update! When you install PowerShell 7.2, you’ll be prompted as to whether you want to enable update via Windows Update. You’ll no longer need to manually update your PowerShell installation if you enable it.
Predictive IntelliSense
PSReadLine 2.1 is included with PowerShell 7.2 and includes Predictive IntelliSense. You’ll have to enable this feature with the following command line.
Set-PSReadLineOption -PredictionSource History
Once enabled, you’ll be able to see predictive completions in the terminal.
Improved ANSI Escape Sequences
You’ll see improved ANSI escape sequences in PowerShell 7.2. This includes colors for default formatting like tables.
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